The Pacific House Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Free daily continental breakfast
Lounge
10 Bed Mixed Dorm
Front of property
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept

Explore the area

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50 Sir John Young Cresent, Woolloomooloo, NSW, 2000
  • Hyde Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Circular Quay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Sydney Opera House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

One Bed In Eight Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

One bed in 8 bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

One bed in 4 bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

10 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

One Bed In Six Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

One Bed In Four Bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

10 Bed Deluxe with ensuite and balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

One Bed In Six Bed Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Sydney

The Pacific House Hostel places you in the centre of Sydney, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye. Highlights at this Victorian hostel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Woolloomooloo hostel include Martin Place and Pitt Street Mall.

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Circular Quay - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • St. James Station - 7 min walk
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 18 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woolly Bay Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flour and Stone - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art Gallery of NSW Cafe & ArtBar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Fitzroy Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Twin Peeks - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Pacific House Hostel

Adults-only hostel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Pacific House Hostel. A complete renovation of The Pacific House Hostel was completed in November 2022.

This Victorian Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1892
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Pacific House Hostel offers 45 accommodations with blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Library
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1892
  • Communal living room
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - November 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay and Tap & Go
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, mobile payments, Google Pay, Apple Pay and Tap & Go. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Elephant Backpacker Sydney Hostel Woolloomooloo
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Elephant Backpacker Sydney Hostel
Elephant Backpacker Sydney
Elephant Backpacker Sydney Hostel
The Pacific House Hostel Woolloomooloo
The Pacific House Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Pacific House Hostel?

The Pacific House Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pacific House Hostel?

As of 9 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pacific House Hostel on 15 Sept 2025 start from AU$189.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Pacific House Hostel?

The closest beach to The Pacific House Hostel is Bondi Beach (6 km).

Is The Pacific House Hostel family-friendly?

No, The Pacific House Hostel is an adults-only property.

Does The Pacific House Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental brekkie is on offer daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Pacific House Hostel?

No, The Pacific House Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Pacific House Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Pacific House Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Pacific House Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.