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Should I stay in a hostel in Sydney?

By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your money for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social setting.

What are the best hostels in Sydney?

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking: The George Street Hotel - Hostel - Located steps from World Square Shopping Centre. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Sydney Harbour YHA - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Circular Quay and The Rocks Markets. Property features include free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and an arcade/games room. You’ll find showers, lockers and linens in all rooms. Stoke Beach House - Located within a 10-minute walk of Manly Beach. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and a bar. Rooms come with lockers. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Central Light Rail Station and Sydney Central Station. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find linens in all rooms. Sydney Beachouse YHA - Backpacker - Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. You’ll find showers, lockers and linens in all rooms.

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If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Sydney, one of the 72 hostels here could be a great option for you.

What's the seasonal weather in Sydney?

The weather can be a big factor when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 13°C. Average annual rainfall for Sydney is 1181 mm.

What is there to see and do in Sydney?

Overall, Sydney is known for its museums, restaurants and theatres. Major attractions include Sydney Tower, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Hyde Park. Get out into nature with places such as Royal Botanic Gardens, Bondi Beach and Coogee Beach. Cultural attractions include International Convention Centre Sydney, Sydney Opera House and Art Gallery of New South Wales.

What's the best way to get around Sydney?

You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.), 5.3 mi (8.6 km) away. An alternative is Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), which is 53.5 mi (86.1 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Martin Place Station, Wynyard Station and St. James Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, take a train from Sydney Circular Quay Station, Exhibition Centre Station or Sydney Central Station.

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