About

Head up to our fantastic rooftop for skyline views and sunny vibes, or unwind in our charming courtyard – both perfect spots for mingling and making new friends. Inside, our common areas buzz with energy, featuring a cozy TV room for kicking back.

Welcome to Mad Monkey Downtown, your ultimate social hub right in the beating heart of Sydney's Kings Cross! Part of the renowned Mad Monkey Backpackers Group, we're dedicated to bringing travellers together and creating unforgettable Sydney adventures as part of our vibrant Mad Monkey Family.
Our hostel is designed for connection and good times. We thrive on our social atmosphere, constantly hosting awesome group events and offering discounted tickets for epic pub crawls to help you dive into Sydney's legendary nightlife. Plus, start your day right with free barista coffee available at the Happy Travels shop!

Choose from comfortable 4-bed dorms or opt for a private room. All our dorms prioritse your comfort with privacy screens on every bed and individual power points to keep your devices charged. All rooms have clean, shared bathroom facilities, and fresh linen is always provided.

Your stay includes:
- Ultrafast WiFi
- Large, Secure Lockers (bring your own padlock)
- Complimentary Tea & Coffee
- Massive TV/Gaming Room
- Bespoke Rooftop
- Organised Social Events 7 days a week
- Free Barista Coffee (at Happy Travels)

You'll love our prime location directly in the heart of Kings Cross, you're surrounded by Sydney's most vibrant nightlife, cafes, and eateries. Plus, with the train station just a 2-minute walk, exploring the CBD, Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and beautiful beaches is incredibly convenient.

Important Info for Your Stay:
- Reception hours are 8 am - 8 pm. If you're checking in after these hours, please give us a call beforehand.
- Check-out is before 10 am and check-in is after 2 pm.
- We are a strictly 18+ property. While all adults are welcome, dorm rooms are recommended for guests aged 18 to 35.
- A valid passport or international passport is needed for check-in.
- Your card will be charged 1 day prior to your arrival. Please ensure there are sufficient funds to avoid cancellation.
- Group Bookings: Bookings of 4 or more guests are subject to different terms and conditions, and we cannot guarantee placing all members of a group booking in the same room.
- Please note: No E-Bike batteries are allowed on the premises.

Join us at Mad Monkey Downtown – your gateway to an amazing Sydney adventure with new friends!.

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S: All bookings between 23rd December and 2nd January are NON-REFUNDABLE and are subject to a 10 night minimum stay. Payment will be processed within 72 hours of booking and if the card cannot be charged then your booking will be cancelled.
Please also note that our reception will be closed to arrival and departures between 23rd December and 2nd January: no check-ins or outs will be allowed during this time. If your booking contains a check in/out scheduled for those dates then it will be subject to immediate cancellation.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Luggage Storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Internet access
  • Book Exchange
  • PlayStation
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Reviews

8.6Fabulous(371)
  • Value for Money
    8.3
  • Security
    9.2
  • Atmosphere
    8.4
  • Cleanliness
    7.9
  • Staff
    9.0
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    7.8
Stayed in Dec 2025
9.7
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Amanda
Female, 18-24, Switzerland
I enjoyed my stay a lot, the only unpleasant part was that the room had no AC and it was very hot making it hard to sleep.
Stayed in Nov 2025
10
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Max
Male, 25-30, Italy
friendly staff and very clean. Aaand the best kitchen utensils I saw in Australias hostels:)
Stayed in Nov 2025
10
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Nella
Female, 18-24, Finland
The hostel feels like a big family. I love the cinema room, courtyard and rooftop for chillin! Staff is super friendly and the rooms are nice.
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Location

23 Darlinghurst Road, Sydney, Australia
1.7km from city centre