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Cambridge Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful moments in the garden or discover literary treasures in the library, with laundry facilities and easy access to Enmore Theatre

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Cambridge Lodge - Hostel, in Sydney's heart, offers a tranquil garden retreat and relaxing terrace. Guests can browse the library, use in-room WiFi, handle on-site laundry, and get tour assistance from the welcoming staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm - 1 Bunk Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm - 2 Bunk Bed

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Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm - 3 Bunk Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Stanmore, a neighborhood in Sydney, Cambridge Lodge - Hostel is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at White Bay Cruise Terminal and Circular Quay. Don't miss out on a visit to Taronga Zoo. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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109 Cambridge Street, (Entrance on Merchant St), Stanmore, NSW, 2048

What's nearby

  • King Street
    King Street
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Sydney
    University of Sydney
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Enmore Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Marrickville Market
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marrickville Metro
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Stanmore Station
    4 min walk
  • Dulwich Grove Station
    4 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salisbury Hotel
    7 min walk
  • Cow & the Moon
    8 min walk
  • Hearthe
    6 min walk
  • Queen Victoria Hotel
    8 min walk
  • Queen Chow Enmore
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Towels are available in dorm rooms for a surcharge.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Cambridge Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Cambridge Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Cambridge Lodge - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Cambridge Lodge - Hostel located?

Located in Stanmore, this hostel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Enmore Theatre and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Star Casino. White Bay Cruise Terminal and Circular Quay are also within 6 mi (10 km). Sydney Stanmore Station is only a 4-minute walk and Sydney Petersham Station is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cambridge Lodge - Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an interesting hostel for sure! Very friendly staff and excellent neighbourhood and I'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TOMOHARU

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

markus

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff nice, room clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cindy went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and welcomed. It was quiet, clean and easy train access. I wish I had found this place sooner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to crash cheaply overnight, with a nice dustant city view from the back balcony. Street parking was plentiful. Room was tidy though there was a lot of dust on the high bulkhead in the room. Bathrooms could use some TLC and some more regular cleaning but my expectations at this price were well met. Would recommend for short, low-cost and quiet stay in a great location, if one can deal with such things.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite affordable and clean in a very quiet residential neighbourhood. Very accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was everything we needed and expected. Comfortable room- all the facilities we needed. The host was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old but maintained boarding house with a relaxed feeling in a great location!! The Managers are lovely & welcoming they make sure you have what you need for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and train station Staff very obliging and friendly We would stay again if in Sydney
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lawrence De

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is only a walk to the bustling Enmore and Newtown restaurant and entertainment strip. Its also a short walk to Stanmore train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Boysie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access at anytime/ quiet and staff communication skills excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk Lady is wonderful, always helps and helps. Room was lovely and clean only issue was the other guests smoking in the bathrooms and on the deck area... it smells and is not good for asthmatics. I don't think the management knows this is happening as its before or after their hours
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful informative staff upon arrival. Great value especially considering location. Will stay again! 👍🇦🇺
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was an easy walk to transportation, clean, had an issue with a blocked toilet, looks like property is under renovations in parts (Or needs a little) beds very comfortable, great views, has character. Very affordable, and friendly staff. Nice and quiet for a mini vacation. Or a weekend retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love that you'd planted colourful flowers around the covered eating area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Yao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Convenient to reach from airport by uber. Nice kitchen to use. Furnitures are old. We found some small insects inside the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were absolutely fantastic - super accomodating and friendly!! Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The customer service was good, I got all my questions answered when I called and the staff were very helpful. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angharad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cheap and cheerful, with clean rooms, simple but reasonably comfortable beds, and decent bathrooms. There is a small kitchen area for preparing food etc., and mini-fridges and sinks in the bedrooms. (No kettles in the bedrooms, but there are tea and coffee making facilities in the kitchen.) There is a pleasant outdoor area for meeting other guests, hanging out, and chatting - it's a bit chilly in the winter, but was still attracting a friendly crowd when I visited. If you're looking for somewhere basic to rest your head at a very reasonable rate by Sydney standards, the Cambridge Lodge is worth checking out!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

GRACE

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing, unclean and overpriced

So disappointed in our stay that we left a day early. This is a classic case of pictures are a hundred times better than the accommodation, considering the price per night of this I would have expected more. On night one I placed a shampoo lid on the bathroom shower floor and by day three it was still there, clearly showing the communal shower had not been cleaned at all. Everything was broken, cracked electrics hanging out gf the wall- it was pretty poor. The room was covered in ants, and our window didn’t lock and over looked a communal patio, nothing was safe, everything was broken. To top it all off there was a screaming baby for the entirety of the time. I would recommend booking somewhere else, location was nice though and staff pleasant enough, the owner of this place needs to spend some money and actually do it up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

You get what you pay for....

The good - Beds were comfy enough, but not outsatnding - Relatively cheap, but you definitely get what you pay for - Near to stanmore train station so transportation is easy and cheap into the CBD - Near to enmore restaurants which have every type of cuisine you could want at affordable prices - Wifi is fast enough to stream tv shows/films, but you'll need to log in every time you connect to it (for whatever reason if I was connected to it for "too long" the wifi would get slow) The not so good - Unclean, a cockroach was in my room and another was in the kitchen. People washed pots and pans but didn't put them away & the hobs would get filthy - No lockers to lock items away so you're hoping nobody in your room steals from you - Timers on lights in bathrooms says they're 15 minutes but they actually turn off after 10 & one of the lights in the bathroom just stopped working - The smoke from people smoking weed/cigs outside of the entrance ended up coming into the room if you kept the window open.... - ....which you had to as there was no a/c, only a floor fan which was broken but semi functioning; alongside a ceiling fan which was also broken and non-functioning - Lack of plug sockets for half of the room, so I had to use my portable battery to charge my phone as there were no extension cables in the room
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. It's a great, quiet (apart from the occassion plane) residential location and easy walk to the action in Enmore/Newtown. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a clean place, quiet and easy access to the city!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Clemence

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and the staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cathy was simply amazing! She was always offering us idea and bringing them to us! You will never find another women like her! Thank you so very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026