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Little Drifter Surry Hills

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Hyde Park

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Property amenity
Gym
Restaurant

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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207 Cleveland Street, Redfern, NSW, 2010
  • University of Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Capitol Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Hyde Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 12 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Queen Ensuite Room

Private Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Sydney

At Little Drifter Surry Hills you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like University of Sydney and Capitol Theatre. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Redfern hostel include World Square Shopping Centre and Hyde Park.
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What's nearby

  • University of Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hyde Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Redfern Station - 8 min walk
  • Redfern Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Redfern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Knock - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nookie Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lord Gladstone Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Henry Lee's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Surry Hills

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Hyde Park
As a guest of Little Drifter Surry Hills, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. An arcade/games room, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Little Drifter Surry Hills.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hostel.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Little Drifter Surry Hills offers 42 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [203 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010, Australia]
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 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

VLA Surry Hills Hostel
VLA Hostel
VLA Surry Hills
Village Surry Hills Hostel
Village Surry Hills
Alfred Park Hotel Sydney
The Village Surry Hills
The Village Surry Hills Hostel
Little Drifter Surry Hills Redfern
Little Drifter Surry Hills Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Little Drifter Surry Hills?

Little Drifter Surry Hills offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Surry Hills?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Surry Hills on 30 Sept 2025 start from AU$210.00, 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 Little Drifter Surry Hills?

The closest beach to Little Drifter Surry Hills is Coogee Beach (6.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little Drifter Surry Hills?

No, Little Drifter Surry Hills does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Little Drifter Surry Hills?

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

Are pets allowed at Little Drifter Surry Hills?

No, only service animals are allowed.