About

Play and stay in YHA Sydney Central! In a spectacular heritage listed building located directly opposite Central Station

This is traveller's accommodation at its finest, boasting a rooftop pool and, a sunny outdoor area with panoramic views of the city with free, fast Wi-Fi all throughout the property.

Extensive facilities include 2 large well equipped 24-hour kitchens, spacious dining and lounge areas, laundries, cinema, secure lockers, parking, 24 hour access, meeting rooms, group facilities, cafe, vending machines, and Schirrmo's Bar.

The new Sydney light rail line stops right across the hostel, and the train station is 100 metres away, making it very easy for guests to travel through the city to the Harbour and much further away.

Our famous activities program includes walking tours, movie nights with free popcorn.
Winner - 'Best Backpacker Accommodation of the Decade' - need we say more?

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free City Tour
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Coworking Space
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

8.2Fabulous(2056)
  • Value for Money
    8.0
  • Security
    8.4
  • Atmosphere
    6.9
  • Cleanliness
    7.4
  • Staff
    8.6
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    8.3
Summary of traveller reviews

YHA Sydney Central offers a fantastic location right by Central Station, making city exploration easy. Guests appreciate the clean rooms, comfortable beds with privacy curtains, and helpful staff. While it's a large hostel and can be quiet, it's well-suited for travellers seeking a convenient and comfortable base.

Stayed in Jun 2026
4.9
Z
Zhuo
Male, 25-30, China
Very bad experience to stay, the bunk bed is noisy, no light coverage, worst experience ever
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.7
L
Lesley
Female, 41+, Australia
Friendly and helpful staff Brilliant location Excellent value for money
Stayed in May 2026
6.0
J
James
Male, 25-30, Australia
don't understand why you'd put 20 year olds in a mixed room with someone who's in there 50's it's called a youth hostel it's just such an uncomfortable feeling. did not enjoy
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Location

11 Rawson Place, Sydney, Sydney, Australia
1.6km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

Sydney Central YHA is a super clean, spacious hostel that continues to receive high ratings, especially for its location. It's set next to the trams, close to trains at Central Station and is a short walk from Paddy's Market and Chinatown. Hostelworld reviewers tell us that this is a fantastic place buzzing with international traveller's, things to do and ways to meet other people. We particularly like their two big kitchens, ensuring that there's still enough space for everyone to cook in this large hostel.