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Sydney Central YHA

Sydney - NSW · Australia

11 Rawson Place, Cnr Pitt Street & Rawson PlaceView location

8.6/10Excellent877 Reviews
Cleanliness8.2/108.2
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort7.6/107.6
Condition8.0/108.0
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood8.8/108.8
Value8.4/108.4
Amenities8.2/108.2
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About Sydney Central YHA

YHA Sydney Central is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Sydney. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Service-minded staff will welcome and guide you at the YHA Sydney Central. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities.

Take a break from a long day and make use of sauna, indoor pool, billiards, garden, games room. Convenience and comfort makes YHA Sydney Central the perfect choice for your stay in Sydney.

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With a stay at YHA Sydney Central, you'll be centrally located in Sydney, just a 5-minute walk from Capitol Theatre and 6 minutes by foot from World Square Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Hyde Park and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sydney Town Hall.

Make yourself at home in one of the 149 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided on request. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Limited parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Professional property host/manager Property does not require health documentation at check-in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    German

    Portuguese

    Filipino

    English

    Italian

    Polish

    French

    Urdu

    Dutch

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Capitol Theatre 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
University of Technology Sydney 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Paddy's Market 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Market City 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
World Square Shopping Centre 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chinatown Night Market 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hyde Park 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Sydney Town Hall 1 km / 0.6 mi
International Convention Centre Sydney 1 km / 0.6 mi
Crown Street 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
QVB 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
State Theatre 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Westfield Shopping Centre 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Harbourside 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Sydney Tower Eye 1.4 km / 0.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 151
  • hostel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Smoke detector
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  • Lift access
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Toaster
  • Dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Café
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant: 1
  • TV lounge
  • Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification
  • Breakfast
  • SnacksExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • SINGLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMSINGLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMSGL.FH

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    SINGLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room code: SGL.FH

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBT.DB

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 8Bed in dormitory • CAPACITY 8BED.C8

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    Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 8

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Bed in dormitory
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    CAPACITY 8

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    Room code: BED.C8

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST-11

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBT.ST-11

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  • Bed in dormitory WITH SHARED BATHROOMBed in dormitory • WITH SHARED BATHROOMBED.FH

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    Bed in dormitory WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room code: BED.FH

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  • Double or Twin ECONOMYDouble or Twin • ECONOMYDBT.EY

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    Double or Twin ECONOMY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBT.EY

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  • Room WITH SHARED BATHROOMRoom • WITH SHARED BATHROOMROO.FH

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    Room WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room code: ROO.FH

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  • Bed in dormitory STANDARDBed in dormitory • STANDARDBED.ST

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    Bed in dormitory STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: BED.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 1Bed in dormitory • CAPACITY 1BED.C1

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    Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 1

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
    View / characteristic
    CAPACITY 1

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    Room code: BED.C1

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  • QUADRUPLE STANDARDQUADRUPLE • STANDARDQUA.ST

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    QUADRUPLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory MALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMBed in dormitory • MALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMBED.MQ-FH

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    Bed in dormitory MALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Bed in dormitory
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    MALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room code: BED.MQ-FH

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  • Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 5Bed in dormitory • CAPACITY 5BED.C5

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    Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 5

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    CAPACITY 5

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.C5

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  • Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMBed in dormitory • FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOMBED.FA-FH

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    Sydney Central YHA

    Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Bed in dormitory
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    FEMALE ROOM WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.FA-FH

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  • Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOMBed in dormitory • FEMALE ROOMBED.FA-1

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    Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    FEMALE ROOM

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    Room code: BED.FA-1

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  • Double or Twin ECONOMY WITH SHARED BATHROOMDouble or Twin • ECONOMY WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBT.EY-FH

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    Double or Twin ECONOMY WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.EY-FH

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  • DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBL.FH-1

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    Sydney Central YHA

    DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.FH-1

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  • SINGLE ECONOMYSINGLE • ECONOMYSGL.EY

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    SINGLE ECONOMY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.EY

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  • TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWIN • WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWN.FH

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    TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.FH

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  • Double or Twin WITH SHARED BATHROOMDouble or Twin • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBT.FH

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    Sydney Central YHA

    Double or Twin WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.FH

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN-1

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-1

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  • Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOMBed in dormitory • FEMALE ROOMBED.FA

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    Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    FEMALE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.FA

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  • Bed in dormitory MALE ROOMBed in dormitory • MALE ROOMBED.MQ

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    Bed in dormitory MALE ROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    MALE ROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.MQ

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  • DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOM • 1 Bedroom • 22 m²DBL.FH
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    DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.FH

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
    Room type
    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DUS.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Sydney Central YHA

8.6
Excellent
877 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.2 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
7.6 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.8 /10
Value
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.2 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2026
QIANYING
fair price for solo trip. you get what paid for.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Jessica
Very modern and lush. Towels, hairdryer and basic toiletries provided
Friends
8/10
Excellent
30 Apr 2026
Mogens
Was positively surprised with our stay. Was expecting it to be a bit noisy and more \"party\" hotel. It was actually pretty quiet on our floor, and the staff was very friendly. Only issue was the windows didn't open, and the room was a bit hot
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2026
Eleanor
Comfy bed with curtain, spacious room, lockers, big kitchen. Good location right by tram station but far to walk to harbour
Self
6/10
Pleasant
06 Apr 2026
Alexandra
Found several cockroaches during my 5 days stay and room trash didn’t get cleaned out for days. The fan did help cause the air conditioning wasn’t on but the location and staff were amasing.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
30 Mar 2026
Beverley
Breakfast was good. Reception staff not so great.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Paddianne
Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :)
Self
6/10
Pleasant
22 Mar 2026
Eva
The room was clean but no fresh air because you couldn’t open the windows. The banging doors at night time were annoying. Other guests who were coming home at night were having chats in the corridor waking us all up. Maybe there should be signs on every floor reminding guests to be quiet after 9pm.
Self
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2026
Sanchit
Clean rooms + Courteous staff
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2026
Kevin
Good basic accommodation at a reasonable price is a super convenient location
8/10
Excellent
08 Jan 2026
Rebecca
We had a great stayed. Loved the location easy walk to everywhere we needed. All the amenities were clean and ready to use.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
L L
As far as hostels go, this was excellent. Friendly welcome, our double room was clean and spacious, shared toilets and bathrooms were clean and hygienic, excellent kitchens, very good buffet breakfast... and, best of all, right next to Central station
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Thatchanok
Great budget place great service
2/10
Poor
06 Dec 2025
Iyiola
The environment of my floor had some unpleasant smell, No towel for provided for guest until client came down to ask at the reception and only one was offered. When I told reception I booked for two nights, I was told I can only have 1 and come back for another one later. This is unbelievable as I stay on the 8th floor. Also no bath soap was provided. On the positive side, wifi was good, the cafeteria/eating area good as well.
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
02 Dec 2025
Chandni
There was no aircon so it was cold at night. No fridge to store food in the room and the shower pressure was really weak. Other then that great location and bathroom was fine.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
James
Everything, the location, right next to central station, easy to walk everywhere in CBD, to Circular Key, Darling Harbour Star City Casino, Lyric and Entertainment theatres/centers etc.

Love the lockers in room and also behind reception before and after your stay on checkin/out day to store your bags, so you can walk around without bags.

Have stayed at Sydney YHA many times.

Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
James
Have stayed here a number of times now, I like the lockers up the stairs behind reception that you can put your own lock on that are big enough for a full size carryon bag and a school sized backpack and some other stuff. Same size as the ones in the dorm rooms.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2025
Eddy
clean location.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Lisha
Na
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
11 Nov 2025
Natalie
Staff were professional, friendly and helpful at all times.
I didn't have free breakfast included in my stay but from what I saw it was well provided. Great location with all transport options in the doorstep and a variety of dining options within walking distance.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
05 Oct 2025
Kent
We did laundry, but the equipment was in disrepair on multiple floors. Had to dry clothes in our room. The adjoining restaurant is marginal at best.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Oct 2025
Joemar
Clean rooms
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
Katrina
very clean room and easy access to Central
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
24 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Dirty

Stayed here because the YHA Sydney Harbour was so great. YHA Sydney Central was a shock. Really dirty. Cleaners are definitely understaffed for sure. Bathrooms were foul. Hair and plasters on the floor. The cubicles themselves were tiny and had to practically contort yourself to shut the door. The kitchen was no better. The fridges were full of mouldy food and smelled revolting. The kitchen itself was really dirty, the microwaves were gross.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
bao
All perfect
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
Kellie
Everything you need is close by
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
Anne
Clean, comfortable and easy access to all trains.
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2025
Emma

Recommend YHA Sydney Central

My experience was great. I liked the clean rooms and bathroom, friendly staff, and the fact that it is near to the Central station. So convenient for those using public transport.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Ashley
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Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Maria
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.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Hee Chung
Location is prime. Linen could be cleaner.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
Hisashi
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.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
21 Jun 2025
Imam
I didn't t feel safety ,this Is uncomfortable for me,so I choosed another Hotel,
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Caitlin
Greay
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4/10
Poor
27 May 2025
Michael
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.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2025
Paddianne
Been staying here for work trips, it’s great and I love how central it is
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2025
Ryoichi
Very close to city and tram/train station
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2025
Colleen
Very comfortable beds but bathroom floor a little sticky.
Front of house staff excellent.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
Lynette
The closeness to station and light rail was handy. Beakfast was good abd the room clean
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2025
Yusuf
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.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Verified traveler

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.
Business
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2025
Malachi
Good room but the shower pressure was almost non-existent. May as well have stood out in the rain
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2025
Ricardo
Good 👍
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2025
Niall
Well located,suitable for families, kitchen facilities good. Pool small and dirty,
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Apr 2025
Xueyu
not bad, and below average for the cleaness
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2025
Ashley
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
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
15 Apr 2025
Nima
The property window cannot
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Kelly
Service great
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Cindy
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.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Anthony
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.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
30 Mar 2025
Kevin
If your after a youth hostel, its great.
If you after a restful nights sleep, look elsewhere
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2025
James

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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2025
Kerrie
Clean and safe hostel. Lots of showers and bathrooms and dining area with pool. There was a long wait to check in at 2pm
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2025
Mirsad
Room was tidy and floor was quiet as a mouse. Slept very comfortably and no issues to report.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
07 Mar 2025
Mary
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.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2025
Amanda
Very helpful staff property very clean
A little noisy next to bath room recommend soft closing doors
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Ricardo
Great 👍
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2025
Peter
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Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
Drew
We had a great stay, rail close by and generally things were as expected.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2025
Verified traveler
Probably be over priced a little but with cricket on supply/demand dictates higher prices. Very clean and good chexkinnp ideas. Have lockers available for bag storage as well and amenities immaculate.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Janet

I would stay again

Great place. Modern and clean. Convenient and comfortable. I stayed in a private room with ensuite. It was an excellent value for Sydney.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
Michael
Great. Will stay again
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2024
Bango
Great staff clean space
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2024
Ngoh Huang

Great overall.

Great location. Near station. Good service.
8/10
Excellent
05 Dec 2024
Mary
Clean and comfortable, convenient location.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
seungho
everything was nice
6/10
Pleasant
14 Nov 2024
Johnny
Unfortunately, it was advertised on Expedia as more of a hotel and not a hostel, for the particular room we reserved. There was no phone or no refrigerator. The pictures on Expedia showed a large window overlooking the area. When in fact it was a large circular \"porthole\" almost 2 meters off the floor. It was nothing like what we expected for the mount paid per night. I had prescription medication that required refrigeration. I was told \"Not to worry\", we can put them in the common use refrigerator, which all backpackers have access to. They were finally able to come up with a few frozen ice bags. They were kind enough to take my ice bags and put them in the employee refrigerator.
***Be aware that all forms of transportation, with the exception of the light rail, cannot pick-up or drop off at the front entrance. Uber & taxis have to stop a1/2 block away in an alley or across the street at the bus stop. Not particularly bad if all you have is a backpack. But, when you have several suitcases and hand carried it is very inconvenient. It was not mentioned when booking.
I will compliment the staff for doing all they could do to assist us with the issues and helping on checkout with our luggage. I would highly recommend for backpackers, but for the same cost per night those looking for hotel type amenities, hotels are available in the area.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
12 Nov 2024
Guadalupe
It is very well located
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Oct 2024
Eduardo
Friendly staff
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
Catherine
Very friendly reception staff, easy process to check in and no problems at all. Would stay again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2024
Gillian
Clean - tidy. Great spot friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Joanne
I loved the convenient location for transport to all parts of the city; the staff were great-very kind and helpful. Great value for two sharing a room with ensuite. Took me a while to acquaint myself with the procedures for self-cooking, food storage etc in the communal kitchen and dining rooms, but people were helpful. Bed was really comfortable. No complaints!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Sep 2024
George
Very Convenient location, but not good for overnight business people looking for a quiet sleep as alot of young people partying at night
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Abbdulla bin younus
Very convenient
2/10
Poor
10 Aug 2024
Verified traveler

Nice just for backpackers

This is a nice place for backpackers with good kitchen facility. However it is not a normal hotel. The room condition was too poor. Too noisy all over nights, no table or shampoo. I paid $8 for leaving luggages for 5hrs. It is worth no more than $90 per night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Phillip
It was a cute hostel. Really enjoyed it.
8/10
Excellent
28 Jul 2024
Desiree
Quality basic, cheap accomodation in city centre. Very comfortable bed. Clean, secure room with good basic amenities including own shower with hot water, TV, kettle and tea/ coffee/ generous milk supply. Very well located, close to Central Station with inhouse community kitchen/ laundry and good value restaurant next door. Staff helpful.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jul 2024
Al
Good ideas but access to kitchen, how to use the card in the lifts and easy access to working laundry all caused problems.

Good value and will be far easier to navigate in the unlikely event I stay again.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2024
wing

Good location and convenience to everything

Check-in was quick and easy. Very clean in the whole building. Renovation is still underway in some area but did not affect my stay.

Two things that I have come across. First one is that I was inside the same lift with an extremely smelly man (not shower for few days). I hope he was not staying in shared dome room.

Secondly, minor urine smell coming out from a number of toilet bowls on 6th floor.
Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2024
Francisco

Good hostel

Everything was fine
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2024
Luciana
The place is really good, well located, clean and the staff are polite, friendly and welcoming. I will definitely comeback.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2024
Randy
Needs more washing machine and dryers. Please act on this immediately for everyone’s convenience. The rest are excellent.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
18 Jun 2024
Maree

Short stay

The water pressure in shower was VERY POOR
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2024
Parth
Some more fun activities should be planned
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2024
Daniel
Great place!
6/10
Pleasant
09 May 2024
FRANCIS W K
Centrally located
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2024
Christy anjali
Staff was lovely, and very accomodating to my injury. Very great location as well. Rooms were suoer clean
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2024
John
Fabulous location just next door to Sydney's city centre train station and transportation hub. Very convenient as a base for arriving late or leaving early. We had an ensuite room but shared bathroom and dormitory style also available. Breakfast was a little overpriced.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2024
Verified traveler

Decent hostel

Average hostel that’s pretty clean and comfortable. Some grime in the bathrooms - but I dare you to find me a hostel where that’s not also true. The big selling point here is the location - literally right next to Central Station (1 minute walk). Perfect for getting a ride to/from the airport, the blue mountains, or even up to Brisbane or down to Melbourne. Literally every transport option leaves from there. The hostel is big and accepts guests of all ages, so you have to wander the property a bit to meet people. There’s a great cafe next door (InCafe) with good coffee and the cheapest happy hour in the city - $6 pints 👍 Overall, I’d recommend this place
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2024
Jeff
Great location and good price (for Sydney). Handy for one night stopover as close to airport train
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2024
Jacky
Really close to transportation and close to great restaurants! Loved it!!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
24 Mar 2024
Bibian
Close to the train station
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
24 Mar 2024
Clara
YHA central is a really good hostel but it's too big to meet people
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2024
Lyn
Excellent location to central station & tram outside the door.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2024
michelle

Cheap place to stay, right next door to train

Clean and friendly. Eacy check in. Has luggage to store until check in.
Self
8/10
Excellent
09 Mar 2024
Lawrence
Very big hostel, with lots of travellers - so the common areas and the lifts get crowded quickly. Fridges are always overflowing with bags and food.

However the overall cleanliness of the hostel is outstanding! Especially the bathrooms and other areas that have lots of foot traffic.

Would be great to remind clients, at check in and maybe by using humorous posters- to close doors quietly. My last trip was a 2 weeks stay. Seems like it’s a kind of contest every night or in the early morning to bang doors while the rest of us are sleeping (or trying to!).

Staff is nice and helpful, but sometimes look overwhelmed?

Would book again, mainly because of the fantastic location.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2024
Zenaida
The hotel was the pick up point for our Blue Mountain tour and very close to Paddy’s Market in China Town.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
02 Mar 2024
Jovy-Lee
Didn't provide extra towels, otherwise had everything there and was extremely safe.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2024
David

Poor value for money

Pool out of order, long que at checkin, over priced
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2024
Robert
Clean, friendly and close to central station, trams,shops and pubs..Awesome

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Sydney Central YHA
11 Rawson Place, Cnr Pitt Street & Rawson Place, Sydney, Australia

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