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The Bat & Ball Hostel

1.0 star property

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A restaurant interior with booths and tables, wooden paneling, and artwork on the walls.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A wooden table and chairs set outdoors with a wooden fence and string lights in the background.
Exterior
A restaurant interior with a bar area, multiple tables and chairs, and a patterned carpet.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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495 Cleveland St, Redfern, NSW, 2016
  • Place, Crown Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Cricket Ground
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Entertainment Quarter
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Mixed Dorm (6 beds) | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Mixed Dorm (16 beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Female Only Dorm (8 beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Female Only Dorm (6 beds)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Redfern within 2 miles (3 km) of Hyde Park, The Bat & Ball Hostel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Circular Quay. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Crown Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sydney Cricket Ground - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Entertainment Quarter - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hordern Pavilion - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Oxford Street - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Redfern Station - 3 min drive
  • Kings Cross Station - 3 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bat & Ball Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bourke Street Bakery Surry Hills - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Trinity - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Kentaro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St Jude - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Bat & Ball Hostel

Guests of The Bat & Ball Hostel have access to free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include 5 bathrooms, ironing boards, and wardrobes or closets. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 5 detached shared bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 41678202447

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Bat Ball Hotel
The Bat & Ball Hostel Redfern
The Bat & Ball Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Bat & Ball Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Redfern

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Bat & Ball Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Redfern within a short 13-minute walk of Sydney Cricket Ground and also 13 minutes on foot from Entertainment Quarter. You'll also find Hyde Park and Circular Quay within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does The Bat & Ball Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Bat & Ball Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Bat & Ball Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some rooms include a park view.

Are there hot tubs at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does The Bat & Ball Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Bat & Ball Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Bat & Ball Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bat & Ball Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Bat & Ball Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Bat & Ball Hostel is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 8.2 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI), which is around 28.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Bat & Ball Hostel.

The Bat & Ball Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good , hotel staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent! So friendly and helpful. Food and drink in the bar was very good and great value. The room was exactly what I needed. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal spot to get to a footy game. Comfortable room and bed. Pub had a good buzz, reasonably priced grog and I enjoyed the food. My team lost but otherwise this place made it a really fun experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

keiran

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025