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Voted ‘Best Hostel in Australia' & 'Best Extra-Large Hostel Oceania' at the 2025 Hostelworld HOSCARs, a stay with Wake Up! Sydney Central sets you up for a next-level travel experience.

Wake Up! Sydney is where you can easily make friends from around the world, explore the best of Sydney from your doorstep, revel in nights of partying, and choose the way you want to travel. All while having the best quality bed to sleep in at the end of each day.

To curate your own unforgettable adventure in Sydney, take your pick from Wake Up’s perks and benefits:
• Complimentary wine & cheese night
• Guided group walking tours (including Bondi Beach, Sydney City and Manly Beach)
• Social meetups and complimentary bar tabs
• Onsite travel desk, with discounts available across East Coast Australia
• In-house cafe, bar and nightclub
• Sydney pub crawls
• 24-hour reception and check-in
• Free WiFi, from anywhere in the hostel
• Easy-to-use laundry facilities
• Communal kitchen and dining area
• Daily happy hour - 7pm to 9pm
• Live DJs 7 nights a week
• Daily social events, 7 days a week
• In-house activities team to help you meet other travellers

MAKE MATES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Easily fit into Wake Up’s social vibes and community energy, with all-inclusive activities 7 days a week. Take your pick from a range of guided walking tours and beach walks, to pub crawls, social meetups and themed parties. If you’re hoping to make friends from around the world, you’ve come to the right place.

STAY IN THE CENTRE OF SYDNEY
Wake Up Sydney is located in the heart of the city, which means the best of Sydney is right outside your doorstep. Sydney’s Central train station is located opposite the hostel, making for the most simple connection to the Airport, Bondi, Blue Mountains, South Coast and more. In addition, buses and trams are just footsteps away from the property, connecting you easily to the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Darling Harbour. Feel like walking? Great! Must-see suburbs like Surry Hills, Glebe and Hyde park are just a 10-15 minute walk away.

AFFORDABILITY MEETS AWARD-WINNING QUALITY
Every room at Wake Up has been recently renovated with today’s traveler in mind. Quality Australia-made furnishings, superior cleanliness and modern amenities (hello bedside light boxes and charging points!) are just some of the details. Rest easy with individual lockers, key-only room access, linen and pillows provided, and a range of room options (including female-only dorms) to suit your budget and style.

ONSITE CAFE, BAR & NIGHTCLUB
Wake Up Sydney comes with a warning: you might never want to leave! The in-house facilities take the hostel to the next-level. Enjoy barista-made Colombian coffee, breakfast and lunch at Roy’s Cafe. As the sun goes down, sip your way through Happy Hour drink specials. When it’s time to get the party started, Wake Up’s onsite nightclub Side Bar has you covered, with live DJs, themed nights and trip-defining memories guaranteed.

ONSITE TRAVEL DESK
Whether you want to organise a day trip to The Blue Mountains, an Aussie East Coast Adventure, or just about anything else, Wake Up’s onsite team of travel experts are there to help. Better still, guests can enjoy exclusive discounts on travel, tours and day trips not just in Sydney, but across Australia. In addition, Wake Up’s Travel Desk can assist you with Work & Travel.

ACTIVITY CALENDAR
View Wake Up’s most up-to-date activity schedule at wakeup.com.au/sydney or see below.

Monday:
• City Orientation Walking Tour - 10.45am
• $5 Pizza Night - 8pm
• Beer Pong Tournament - 9pm
• Live DJs - from 9pm

Tuesday:
• Trivia Night - 7pm
• Live DJs - from 9pm

Wednesday:
• Sydney Beaches Walking Tour - 10:45am
• Free Wine & Cheese Night - 8pm
• Free Drink & DJs @ Side Bar - 9pm 

Thursday:
• Throwback Thursdays - from 8pm

Friday:
• City Orientation Walking Tour - 10:45am
• Fiesta Fridays w/ Sangria & Snacks - 8pm
• Free Drink & DJs @ Side Bar - 9pm 

Saturday:
• Manly Beach Day - 10.45am
• Saturday Bar Shout - 9pm

Sunday:
• Sunday Pub Crawl ($20)

T&Cs
• Guests must be 18+
• All guests must provide a valid photo ID (international passport or driver’s license) at the time of check-in
• The credit card used to make the booking must be presented upon check-in
• Special conditions apply for bookings over Christmas & New Years
• Please read the 'House Rules' prior to booking

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 Internet Access
  • Free City Tour
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Coworking Space
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

9.1Superb(10980)
  • Value for Money
    8.9
  • Security
    9.6
  • Atmosphere
    8.6
  • Cleanliness
    8.9
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.6
  • Facilities
    8.8
Summary of traveller reviews

Wake Up! Sydney Central in Sydney offers a fantastic location, right by Central Station, making it super easy to explore the city. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, with many highlighting specific individuals for their exceptional service. The hostel is known for its social atmosphere and numerous organised activities, perfect for solo travellers looking to meet new people. While generally clean, some recent reviews mention occasional issues with bathroom cleanliness and a lack of privacy due to no bed curtains. The kitchen can get busy, but overall, it's a great base for exploring Sydney.

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Stayed in Jul 2026
9.4
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Daniel
Male, 31-40, USA
Started only by booking 3 nights to make sure I liked the place. I felt super comfy and happy so I extended to stay all 7 nights I had in Sydney. Talia at reception was so kind, welcoming and helpful. Rooms are comfy and spacious. Bathrooms were clean most of the time (can’t clean up after guests 24/7). Kitchen was decent. Location is 10/10 to explore Sydney. Will definitely stay again in the future
Stayed in Jul 2026
7.4
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Sophie
Female, 25-30, Canada
Location was good in that you can access public transit easily to get anywhere in the city. But, if you are backpacking and looking to meet people I would NOT stay here. Everyone is a long term guest looking for work, and nobody was very social because of that. Extremely hard to meet people.
Stayed in Jul 2026
9.1
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Sirius
Male, 18-24, Wales
Really good hostel in a great location. Good events on every day!
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Location

509 Pitt Street, Opposite Central Railway, Sydney, Australia
1.7km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

Wake Up! Sydney voted 'Best Extra-Large Hostel in Oceania' and 'Most Popular Hostel in Sydney' at the 2024 Hostelworld HOSCARs Awards and it's no wonder , it's no wonder Wake Up! Sydney is the go-to accommodation choice for travellers. We love the hostel's facilities, including its convenient location next to Central Station, a cafe, bar and nightclub, and an onsite travel desk to help you with your Aussie travel plans. Travellers tell us they also appreciate the "very engaging community", and staff who "are super friendly and go out of their way to accommodate you", hosting parties and events every day.