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YHA Sydney Harbour

2.0 star property

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A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.
A spacious, modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and potted plants.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city, and a building with a modern design.
A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, a counter with a cash register, and a person preparing drinks.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Rocks Markets
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Room with Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, TV, and window with curtains.

Queen Room with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a desk.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Ensuite

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a desk.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Plus One with Ensuite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Queen Plus One with Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Opera Harbour View Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a kettle, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Queen Opera Harbour View Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Opera Harbour View Ensuite

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

King Opera Harbour View Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room With Ensuite

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Plus Single With Ensuite

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus Single With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Plus 2 With Ensuite

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Plus 2 With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Plus One with Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a mirror.

King Plus One with Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Plus 2 with Ensuite

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a small wooden nightstand, and a window with curtains.

King Plus 2 with Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Sydney

At YHA Sydney Harbour you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Highlights at this hostel include a bar/lounge, a conference centre and a rooftop terrace. .Rooftop Bar is open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy access to yoga classes and Pilates classes. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this The Rocks hostel include Sydney Harbour Bridge and Pitt Street Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Circular Quay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Rocks Markets - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Martin Place - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Wynyard Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 9 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fortune of War - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blu Bar on 36 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maybe Sammy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mode Kitchen & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

YHA Sydney Harbour

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at YHA Sydney Harbour.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
YHA Sydney Harbour offers 106 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Rooftop Bar
  • Trails Cafe

Things to do

  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 12 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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, 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sydney Harbour YHA Hostel The Rocks
Sydney Harbour YHA Hostel
Sydney Harbour YHA The Rocks
Sydney Harbour YHA
Sydney Harbour Yha Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at YHA Sydney Harbour?

YHA Sydney Harbour offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Sydney Harbour?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Sydney Harbour on 17 Aug 2026 start from AU$214, 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 YHA Sydney Harbour?

The closest beach to YHA Sydney Harbour is Bondi Beach (7.3 km).

Does YHA Sydney Harbour serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA Sydney Harbour?

No, YHA Sydney Harbour does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at YHA Sydney Harbour?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA Sydney Harbour?

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

Are pets allowed at YHA Sydney Harbour?

No, only service animals are allowed.

YHA Sydney Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 615 out of 946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 946 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and great upstairs and downstairs seating areas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place good location, good price, great staff, totally recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very helpful friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and good value. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and nice, beautiful terrace with an amazing view of the city and the opera
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean and great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic accomodation, faculties and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, convenient position, clean rooms and kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location with amazing rooftop bar and clean nice rooms. Also has kitchen you can make meals. Exceeded my expectations by far as was worried it was technically a hostel but we booked a room with a bathroom and was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hostel in thr perfect location! Staff is friendly and breakfast is always good. Make sure you visit the rooftop bar for a great view of the opera house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best value in town, great location, rooftop with a view, nice little coffee shop with great coffee, tasty food for little money. Rooms decent size, some even with a view of the opera house.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and ‎Location are fantastic. Dylan was exceptional and took very good care of us. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel style hotel with private rooms as well. Really interesting place to stay with an archeology dig within and below the building. The hotel is in a good location for accessing all the Harbour front activities. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy check in and close walking distance to everything. Views from the bar were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only continental breakfast, but the rooftop bar has a great view of the Sydney Opera House
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Alejandro was wonderful at the reception desk, location was super close to Circular Quay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Sydney Harbour YHA. It's a really nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect. The location, the rooms, the breakfast, but especially the wonderful friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service from the staff.
Sunrise at around 6am from the rooftop.
Sydney Opera House was slightly blocked by the cruise ship, but beautiful view nonetheless.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff great and location out of this world
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful. Loved our room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026