YHA Sydney Harbour

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Overseas Passenger Terminal

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Guests can enjoy stunning views of the Sydney Opera House from this vantage point overlooking the harbor.
Two single beds with white linens and wooden headboards, a small table, and a mirror adorn this stylish room.
Prepare meals and beverages with ease in this kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and large windows offering city views.
Enjoy a variety of breakfast options at our buffet, featuring cereal, granola, and more, served with utensils and plates.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Sydney Opera House and city skyline from this room.

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
  • Circular Quay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sydney Opera House
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

Queen Opera Harbour View Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

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

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Queen Plus One with Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

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

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Queen Room with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Opera Harbour View Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Plus 2 with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

King Plus One with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

King Plus 2 With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Queen Opera Harbour View With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

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

King Opera Harbour View with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bed In 4 Beds Male Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Queen Plus Single With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Entire 4 Share With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Queen Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

King Plus Single With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Located in The Rocks, YHA Sydney Harbour is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge. This hostel has 106 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Circular Quay - 7 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wynyard Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 9 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rocks Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blu Bar on 36 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sake the Rocks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fortune of War - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Endeavour Tap Rooms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

YHA Sydney Harbour

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Overseas Passenger Terminal
Guests of YHA Sydney Harbour enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with access to locker space, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

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 coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Rooftop Bar
  • Trails Cafe

Things to do

  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sydney Harbour YHA Hostel The Rocks
Sydney Harbour YHA Hostel
Sydney Harbour YHA The Rocks
Sydney Harbour YHA
Sydney Harbour Yha Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at YHA Sydney Harbour?

YHA Sydney Harbour offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near YHA Sydney Harbour?

This hostel is situated in The Rocks within a short 10-minute walk of Circular Quay and also 10 minutes on foot from Sydney Harbour Bridge. You'll also find Sydney Opera House and Overseas Passenger Terminal less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at YHA Sydney Harbour?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does YHA Sydney Harbour include a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at YHA Sydney Harbour?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about YHA Sydney Harbour?

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

Are there hot tubs at YHA Sydney Harbour?

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

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

Yes, YHA Sydney Harbour serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Rooftop Bar.

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

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

Does YHA Sydney Harbour have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to YHA Sydney Harbour?

The closest major airport to YHA Sydney Harbour is Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 10.9 mi away (24 minutes by car).

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

No, at YHA Sydney Harbour, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

YHA Sydney Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 822 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaheena

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joselle Gema

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is the greatest asset! But walls too thin! I could hear conversations from outside and every little noice at the city down the from my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope Zinnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location and incredible views! All very clean and all the necessities are provided, plus a very comfortable bed. The rooftop bar was great and there are plenty of activities and excursions which you can join for free if you want to.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

reylette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel. Our room was spotless. Amazing view of the opera house and harbour bridge. We had the king ensuite. It was big, clean and bathroom waa large. Great facilities and location. Close to public transport. Love the rooftop, amazing view of the sunset and iconic sights. Staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommended. Will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely exceeded my expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdolali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and helpful staff, would use again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raimonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best possible option to stay! Staff, all amendments, location and wonderful view from the terrace! All the best to all who mane my stay so great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and the location couldn't be better. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, clean and comfortable room, lovely rooftop areas with beautiful views over Sydney Harbour… I would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very disappointed about the parking for my car.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to harbour, clean rooms & friends staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Fantastic location and clean and tidy accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hostel is in the best location imaginable with walking distance to the Opera house, train station that can take you all the way from/to the airport, harbor with big cruise and small local ships and stunning views from the rooftop bar/eating area. It also has a historical value with the archaeological ruins underneath with see through floor to explore. Next door is archaeological educational center as well. Nice common kitchen with everything you need to cook, store, and keep cold. Big common dinning area with booths to work on a computer too.
Roof top area
View from the rooftop area
The  modern orange building is the hostel next to beautiful skyscrapers with the view of the bridge too
The view from the overpass to the hostel
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Clean but minimalist.

The room was very well maintained. I could have used a luggage stand for my large suit case. I could have used a small towel for showering and wash my face.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brianna

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay what a view just beware located on a hill, stayed in a private room with kettle and hair dryer which are good quality and wash stuff in shower big common area supermarket next door
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sania

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No bad
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property has the bare minimum.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent so far
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We were very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025