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Little Drifter Surry Hills

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near University of Sydney

Photo gallery for Little Drifter Surry Hills

Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Restaurant
Front of property
Property amenity

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June

Explore the area

Map
207 Cleveland Street, Redfern, NSW, 2010
  • University of Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Hyde Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Private 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Private 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

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

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

Private 6 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

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

View all photos for Private 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

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 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Private 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

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

Private 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

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

View all photos for Private 4 Bed Female Dorm

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

Private 4 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

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

View all photos for Private 4 Bed Dorm

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 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Private 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

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 Single Bunk Beds

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Private 8 Bed Dorm

Private 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

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

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Shower, hair dryer, towels

Private 12 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Single 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

View all photos for Private 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

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 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Private 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

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 Single 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 Prophet Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Brew Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Meet Mica - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Redfern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gladstone Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Surry Hills

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near University of Sydney
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.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, Spanish

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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 22 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Surry Hills on 24 June 2025 start from AU$110.46, 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.

Little Drifter Surry Hills Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 235 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and accomadating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large family friendly clean and tidy relaxed atmosphere perfect for pit stop
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, nice property, & friendly staff

Easy walk to train station. The room was nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Peta

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Renie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the place, convenient to the city, place is nice and clean.Staff is amazing, definitely recommended. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

TONY, Fawkner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Supun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sannan

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Zaki

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
One rat was in the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Djamel

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad attention when checking in, the rooms were not ready and I had to wait more hours. The common areas were dirty as were the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erlend

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel. Amazing staff, especially Bea!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nils Erik Kristoffer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Leanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was totally discussed with staff telling me that they dont take people over the age of 35yrs old, well i had book in online and they should be sacked for discrimination. Totally horrified at there rules when they should say this on line, oh but hey i guess they cant as they would benstruck of the list of back packers. Not happy.........?
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Disliked: Staff & service
I booked 4 nights 26-30 Nov in The Village Surrey Hills on the Expedia website. When I showed up I was refused a bed due to my age. I asked the manager to show me the rules of this 18-35 AGE RESTRICTION. She refused. I asked her to speak to someone higher up.. refused! I asked her who owns the company,no info. She was of no help! I wanted to show her my booking so she could see there is NO mention anywhere while booking on Expedia of this restriction or even in the rule etc. in confirmation email from Expedia. I still have not received a refund from the hostel I was told I'd be getting. AVOID!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the village for a night awhile back and I didn’t love my time there. Staff weren’t very friendly right off the bat. The room I had was a mixed dorm and there were beer bottles everywhere and the floor of the bathroom by the toilet was completely wet. There was no shower so I’m trying to not imagine what the liquid was. Although it’s not necessarily the village’s responsibility to make sure people don’t have drinks in rooms it’d be nice if people were more encouraged to leave them out of the rooms. I did feel a bit unsafe although everything was fine, but that feeling comes with the area. Overall it wasn’t an awful stay but it definitely wasn’t great. It is a party hostel so if that’s your vibe great, but the price I paid for a 1 night stay was not good.

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Liked: Staff & service

Ok

For the price we paid, we had a great stay in Sydney, so this place offers great value for money if you want a private room. The kitchen was too small for cooking in and the communal areas weren’t the cleanest. The bed wasn’t amazingly comfy. The local area is great, lots of cafes and restaurants. Overall, good value for money but not the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Julie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room adequate, close to transport. Fridge rattled, windows and blinds need urgent repairs. Shower light flickered. Toilet roll holder too close to toilet seat, and i'm a size 10 :/
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maya the receptionist was very friendly. She went out of her way to swap me to another room because I had a bad back. I was very happy I did not have to sleep on the top bunk bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beniamin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023