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The Bat & Ball Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, near University of Sydney

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Rooftop terrace
Food and drink
Exterior
Basic Double Room, Park View
Food and drink

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
495 Cleveland St, Redfern, NSW, 2016
  • Sydney Cricket Ground
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Capitol Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Female Only Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Female Only Dorm (8 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Mixed Dorm (16 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Iron/ironing board
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sydney

At The Bat & Ball Hostel you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from University of Sydney and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Hyde Park. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Redfern hostel include Sydney Cricket Ground and Capitol Theatre.
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What's nearby

  • Sydney Cricket Ground - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hyde Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Redfern Station - 3 min drive
  • Kings Cross Station - 3 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Kentaro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar Cleveland - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bourke Street Bakery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St Jude - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Erciyes Pizza House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Bat & Ball Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, near University of Sydney
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bat & Ball Hostel offers 10 accommodations with an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 5 detached shared bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 May 2025 to 31 October 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number 41678202447

Property is also known as

The Bat Ball Hotel
The Bat & Ball Hostel Redfern
The Bat & Ball Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Bat & Ball Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Redfern

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Bat & Ball Hostel?

The closest beach to The Bat & Ball Hostel is Coogee Beach (5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, The Bat & Ball Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Bat & Ball Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt Ryan

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal spot to get to a footy game. Comfortable room and bed. Pub had a good buzz, reasonably priced grog and I enjoyed the food. My team lost but otherwise this place made it a really fun experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

keiran

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent! So friendly and helpful. Food and drink in the bar was very good and great value. The room was exactly what I needed. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good , hotel staff were great
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025