The Bat & Ball Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near Hyde Park

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Rooftop terrace
Restaurant
Basic Double Room, Park View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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

Room options

Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

  • 25 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dorm (16 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Female Only Dorm (8 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Female Only Dorm (6 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Redfern within a short walk of Sydney Cricket Ground, The Bat & Ball Hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Hyde Park. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Crown Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sydney Cricket Ground - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hordern Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Entertainment Quarter - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oxford Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪Bar Cleveland - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪St Jude - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mogu Mogu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maya Da Dhaba - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bat & Ball Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, near Hyde Park
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 Hordern Pavilion. You'll also find Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

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

Does The Bat & Ball Hostel have a hot tub?

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, at The Bat & Ball Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Bat & Ball Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt Ryan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

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

8/10 Good

keiran

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

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

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