Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Reception
Fridge, microwave
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June

Explore the area

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509 Pitt Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in 10-bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dorm

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 6-bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 4-bed Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 6-bed Female Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Bed in 4-bed Female Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

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

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Sydney

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel places you in the centre of Sydney, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Capitol Theatre and International Convention Centre Sydney. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The café, Roy's Cafe, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Side Bar is the hostel's own bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 1:00 PM. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Haymarket hostel include Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Paddy's Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Hub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chubby Cubby - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Khao Man Kai - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 451 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel offers 451 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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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

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 30 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: AUD 7 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Roy's Cafe
  • Side Bar

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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 younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 7 to 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 30 per night (820 ft away)
  • 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, 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 cash
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Wake Up Sydney Hostel Haymarket
Wake Up Sydney Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

As of 7 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel on 8 June 2026 start from AU$116, 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 Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

The closest beach to Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel is Coogee Beach (6.5 km).

Is Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel family-friendly?

No, Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel is an adults-only property.

Does Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

No, Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

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

Are pets allowed at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 456 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Location, helpful staff with my questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and as advertised. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

U-Yin Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cclean room, friendly staff, clean toilet
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and staff nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pepesau

Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hostel. Very clean in the kitchen and bathrooms. Lots going on if you want it. Super friendly vibe. Great staff. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great venue for a budget traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice to stay and great location
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and clean stay! Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dahlia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
if you are not too picky and on limited budget, or just need a place to sleep while away like me, this is an excellent choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Reem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff and the rooms were very nice for the price. Great location right next to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a 6 bed female dorm, bed was comfortable and lockers available. Easy to walk to shops/bars/restaurants. Lots of events put on my staff and bar downstairs is always busy. Bathrooms and kitchen clean.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hedir Johari

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in and check out, staff are amazing and friendly, price are good for our budget and easy access to all public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nabilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. Staff was extremely nice. Love that we're able to store our luggage after checkout if we have a later flight.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best run hostel experiences I’ve had anywhere in the world. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Friendly. Excellent stay. Very reasonable price
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, spotless good vibe and the café is a bonus such good food thanks to the chefe David:) i booked more nights i highly recommended And the bar downstairs is so convenient to go straight to bed afterwards
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay here. Clean, perfect location, good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for train travel and they have fantastic showers. Only down side is you maybe able to hear the noise from the nightclub below, depending on the floor you are on.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a private room with the shared bathroom, it was small but clean and surprisingly quiet, so it was perfect for what I wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, close to a party club, then easy access to the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfy stay, nice and clean, nice big kitchen, quiet at night
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff ver helpful and friendly would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022