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YHA Sydney Central

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Capitol Theatre

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Interior detail
Rooftop terrace
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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11 Rawson Place, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Queen Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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King Room with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Entire 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 70 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 70 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 70 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 70 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Queen Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Queen Room Plus 4 Single Beds with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

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King Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Bed In 5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in Haymarket, YHA Sydney Central is within a 5-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like World Square Shopping Centre. This 149-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 2 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Side Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Khao Man Kai - ‬1 min walk

About this property

YHA Sydney Central

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Capitol Theatre
Guests staying at YHA Sydney Central enjoy an indoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You'll find limited parking. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with access to locker space, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an indoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • In Cafe
  • Schirrmo's Bar

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Sydney Central YHA Hostel
Sydney Central YHA

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at YHA Sydney Central?

YHA Sydney Central offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Sydney Central?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Sydney Central on Oct 28, 2025 start from $82.09, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of YHA Sydney Central?

This hostel is situated in Haymarket within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. You'll also find Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at YHA Sydney Central?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does YHA Sydney Central feature a casino?

No, YHA Sydney Central doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at YHA Sydney Central?

Yes, this hostel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about YHA Sydney Central?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at YHA Sydney Central?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does YHA Sydney Central have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, YHA Sydney Central serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at In Cafe.

Does YHA Sydney Central allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Sydney Central though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at YHA Sydney Central?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from YHA Sydney Central?

The closest major airport to YHA Sydney Central is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 9.3 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at YHA Sydney Central?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Sydney Central.

Reviews

YHA Sydney Central Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 373 out of 818 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 818 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 818 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 818 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 818 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located to Chinatown and lots of attractions in downtown Sydney. We loved the location. Bed linens where very clean, carpet and hallways could’ve used a little touchup. Great experience staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hee Chung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is prime. Linen could be cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hisashi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special thanks to Damon and Frazer for organising outdoor activities. Really enjoyed my stay. Difficult to fault for anything especially given the newly renovated facilities and price.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Imam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn't t feel safety ,this Is uncomfortable for me,so I choosed another Hotel,
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greay T
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Hayden

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is passable if all You want is a bunkbed. But other than This, The Property was pretty much lacking. Many common areas were dirty, for example, the tables and chairs in The Lobby. There was No Coffee available on Property or in surrounds until after 6am, which is problematic when You have 7am flights... Plus common areas are closed from 11pm - 6am. Not really a Property seeking to cater to a cosmopolitan or travelling crowd.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paddianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for work trips, it’s great and I love how central it is
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryoichi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close to city and tram/train station
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds but bathroom floor a little sticky. Front of house staff excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The closeness to station and light rail was handy. Beakfast was good abd the room clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent emplacement et rapport qualité-prix. Chaque lit a une prise et un casier. La gare centrale et la station de tramway est littéralement juste devant la porte, mais l’hébergement est sécurisé.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Efficient and friendly check in, room was quiet, clean, and modern. Bathrooms at time of use were clean, shower pressure could be more powerful, but not a dealbreaker, enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Malachi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good room but the shower pressure was almost non-existent. May as well have stood out in the rain
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Niall

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well located,suitable for families, kitchen facilities good. Pool small and dirty,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Xueyu

Liked: Staff & service
not bad, and below average for the cleaness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a fantastic 5 star backpackers to stay. Very convenient location next to Central Station, transport is everywhere you want it, walking distance to local shops and restaurants. Easy to check in and a nice waiting area to wait and relax if you are arrive to early. Rooftop pool and BBQ area was great, I stayed in a Queen Room and the bed was heaven, good size TV also. Noise didn't affect me, and I can't really fault the place at all. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Can

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nima

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property window cannot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Service great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neechal

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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