About

Welcome to Nomads Sydney – your perfect hub in the heart of the action! Located just a stone's throw away from Sydney's iconic Opera House and the majestic Harbour Bridge, Nomads Sydney offers you easy access to all the city's must-see attractions. With Darling Harbour nearby and Sydney Town Hall right across the street, you're in the prime spot to explore.

At Nomads Sydney, we've got accommodation options for everyone, whether you prefer shared rooms or private deluxe spaces. Our friendly reception team is available 24/7 to assist you, and you can even reach out to them through the convenient Goki app for any questions or concerns.

Don't miss out on the fun at our award-winning bar, The Scary Canary! Join us for nightly events like trivia nights and silent discos, where you can mingle with fellow travelers and enjoy good food and drinks.

Traveling solo or want to check out some of the sites with other travelers? Make sure to check out our free activities schedule that runs weekly for guests - it includes free pancake days, walks such as the Bondi to Coogee trail, or a traditional Aussie BBQ at the beach hosted by us!

Whether you're here for a quick getaway, to explore Sydney, or just to relax, Nomads Sydney has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We can't wait to welcome you and say G'day

Please remember: Nomads Sydney is for guests aged 18 and above, and we operate as a cashless property for your convenience. Don't forget to bring your valid passport for check-in as this is a requirement.

If you need a hand or have any questions, just contact our friendly team. We really appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to welcome you to our property.

Terms & Conditions
**Non refundable or last minute bookings are non cancelable, non exchangeable and non refundable whatever the reason for the cancellation. The total of the amount of the stay is debited from your card once the booking is received. 

Standard or flexible bookings can be Canceled or changed free of charge prior to 3pm on the day before your arrival date. The total of the amount of the stay will be debited from your card within 24 hours of your arrival date.

If the property is unable to charge the full amount to your nominated card we will attempt  to contact the customer asking for an alternative payment method. If this is unsuccessful it may result cancellation. 

Credit card payments to Hostels in Australia and New Zealand are subject to a transaction fee. The current fee is 2.19 % of the total transaction for Visa, 2.18 % for Mastercard, and 3.95 % for American Express. Fees may change and are confirmed at the time a charge is made.

This property does not accept any bookings for Schoolies, Hens or Bucks parties

This property considers a group to consist of 5 or more people travelling together - regardless of whether bookings are made collectively or individually. To minimise impacts to other guests, and to ensure you are adhering to our group policies it is recommended that you contact the property directly to make group bookings. Failure to do so may result in additional fees, requirements to pay for additional beds and we may not be able to guarantee beds are allocated into the same room - if it is felt that your group may impact the experience of other guests it may result in the cancellation of your reservation with full charges. 

This property is an 18+ venue.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free City Tour
  • Jobs Board
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • ATM
  • Postal Service
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Reviews

8.2Fabulous(3759)
  • Value for Money
    7.8
  • Security
    8.7
  • Atmosphere
    7.9
  • Cleanliness
    7.2
  • Staff
    8.7
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    7.6
Summary of traveller reviews

Nomads Sydney in Australia offers a fantastic location, perfect for exploring the city. Guests frequently praise the incredibly friendly and helpful staff, with many mentioning specific individuals who enhanced their stay. The atmosphere is often described as social and lively, making it a great spot for travellers looking to connect. While generally clean, some recent reviews note that bathrooms and common areas could benefit from more frequent cleaning. The proximity to the nightclub can be noisy for light sleepers.

Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Anonymous
Male, 31-40, USA
Check in desk staff are so kind and helpful
Stayed in Jul 2026
10
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Urs
Male, 18-24, Germany
The best hostel in Sydney
Stayed in Jun 2026
6.6
J
Jemma
Female, 25-30, Scotland
Hostel overall was fine for the trip but the guy on reception was pretty much useless, made the check in process long and just kept saying he gets paid to do nothing wasn’t a fan of his attitude, felt he was kinda rude and unprofessional.
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Location

477 Kent Street, NSW 2000 Australia, Sydney, Australia
0.7km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

Nomads Sydney is a good choice for those flying in to Sydney as it's just a short walk from the train going to and from the airport. It's also centrally located very near Darling Harbour and the Harbour Bridge. Many Hostelworld guests tell us they'd stay here again, based on the highly-praised travel info desk and the large rooms which feature comfy beds and spacious under-bed lockers. We like that this hostel has free events every day, such as "beach trips, yoga, running [and] VIP nights at local bars", according to our reviewers.