YHA Sydney Central

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

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

Queen Room with Ensuite

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

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

King Room with Ensuite

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

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 70 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

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

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

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

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 70 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room with Ensuite

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

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

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room Plus 4 Single Beds with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

King Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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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.

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

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fat Thaiger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mountbatten Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬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 tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an indoor pool.

Languages

Dutch, English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Urdu

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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.

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.

Is there parking available 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 amenities will couples enjoy at 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, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

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.

YHA Sydney Central Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 369 out of 807 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 807 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 807 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 807 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 807 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better labels 4 fridge. Rubber bands and paper rip. Frustrating. And sometimes theres either no pens or paper..maybe put pens on strings so they dont go walkabout. Dont get me wrong im nit picking everything else is exceptional. Pls keep up the great work.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had stayed in a few different hotels during my stay in Australia and New Zealand and this property had the friendliest staff of them all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with family
If your after a youth hostel, its great. If you after a restful nights sleep, look elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Can

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

YHA Central Hotel Stay

Excellent establishment for hotels and hostel accommodation. Very friendly staff, cafe prices very good. Being mainly a hostel lots of activities every day so quite a friendly buzz (not load). Rooftop modest swimming pool with views over the city.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe hostel. Lots of showers and bathrooms and dining area with pool. There was a long wait to check in at 2pm
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirsad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was tidy and floor was quiet as a mouse. Slept very comfortably and no issues to report.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
YHA has a good rate affordable for back packers like me, clean and tidy the only problem was the doors of your neighbour's room, plus bathroom doors, they guest keep slamming the doors that wake me up in different times.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff property very clean A little noisy next to bath room recommend soft closing doors
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025