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YHA Sydney Harbour

2.0 star property
Travelers can unwind on the rooftop terrace with harbor views before exploring Sydney's iconic landmarks with insider tips from the knowledgeable staff.

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Just a short walk from Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge, YHA Sydney Harbour offers a rooftop terrace with spectacular views. Guests can grab coffee at the on-site cafe before exploring, with multilingual staff providing local guidance and convenient luggage storage.

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 19 sq m
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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 19 sq m
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  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Queen Opera Harbour View Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
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  • Harbor view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Opera Harbour View Ensuite

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  • Harbor view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Plus One with Ensuite

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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Excellent
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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in The Rocks, a neighborhood in Sydney, YHA Sydney Harbour is near a metro station. Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pitt Street Mall and Martin Place. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park Sydney are not to be missed. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Museum of Contemporary Art
    Museum of Contemporary Art
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sy Circ quay blue hyatt panorama
    Overseas Passenger Terminal
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Circular Quay
    Circular Quay
    8 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Opera House
    Sydney Opera House
    14 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Rocks Markets
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

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
  • Mode Kitchen & Bar
    4 min walk
  • The Rocks Café
    4 min walk
  • Harts Pub
    2 min walk

About this property

YHA Sydney Harbour

Hostel near Circular Quay
Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House are located near YHA Sydney Harbour, which provides a grocery/convenience store, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff, bicycle parking, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 106 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and limited housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 in guestrooms
  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

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

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

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
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 solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information 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

Is YHA Sydney Harbour pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

YHA Sydney Harbour doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at YHA Sydney Harbour?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at YHA Sydney Harbour?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is YHA Sydney Harbour located?

Located in The Rocks, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Rocks Markets and Overseas Passenger Terminal. Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge are also within 15 minutes. Wynyard Station is 8 minutes by foot and Martin Place Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

YHA Sydney Harbour Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 916 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent Friendly Suggest mini bar fridge for private rooms Clean Large room and excellent views
Morning view from rooftop bar
Night view from rooftop bar
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
lovely clean rooms which were serviced daily, great access to city and transport, happy to cruise sailing port, access to cafe and restaurant. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

kris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thr location is good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guo Dong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, clean room, staff are are friendly and cheerful. A pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Nice location if you like The Rocks. The building has some c
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay in Sydney! We had a queen room, smaller than most hotel rooms but equipped with all that we needed, bed, bathroom, place to put clothes. Downstairs is a communal area with access to kitchens if you want to prep your own food, but they also have coffee bar and serve food. The roof top area is amazing with great views of Sydney Harbor and the Opera House, there is also a bar up there that serves till about 8:30pm? It a walk uphill to the top of the rocks, but you are located right next to the bridge and YHA is raised and built over an archeological site. Would not hesitate to stay again. Front desk staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very courteous and helpful. For the price and location of the hotel, this is a super value. The location is in the heart of the Rocks and walking distance to Sydney Harbor as well as to Circular Quay transit central. The room was clean and the rooftop view was unbeatable. The hotel provides kitchen and food sharing options. We love the idea! Will definitely recommend this hotel for any family traveling on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xuan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, clean, and friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an awesome location. Easy to find, excellent views from the roof unfortunately only booked as early flight the following morning but I was the only one in my 4 bed dorm. Compact but still modern shower, toilet and bed with only plugs, light and curtain. recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara Rae

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved our stay here. We're planning to stay here again when in Sydney. Rooms are very clean with a great view! Loved the rooftop and morning sun. The only thing to note is that if you are staying on the 3rd floor, some rooms are on the end where you'll need to take a few steps down and is a bit challenging when you have heavy luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Fantastic location and clean and tidy accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay, walk to everything, great value for money, clean kitchen to cook meals/ breakfast… best view from rooftop bar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great. Everything was exceptionally clean and well managed. It’s great that you can access the rooftop at any time. Awesome view and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wanted a room that was walking distance to Circular Quay. Very reasonably priced and staff were fantastic and breakfast was great. Room was a little small for 3 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a good location. A short walk to Th
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay at YHA Sydney Harbour! The location couldn’t be better — right in The Rocks, just a short walk to trains, buses, and trams, and so close to the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. The place is spotless, with super clean rooms and common areas. The staff are friendly and always ready to help with anything you need. I really liked the kitchens — fully equipped and perfect for cooking whatever you want, which made it feel just like home. And the rooftop view… wow! It’s simply breathtaking, with the Harbour Bridge and Opera House right in front of you. I’ll definitely be coming back here next time I’m in Sydney. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the upper patio for a beautiful location day and nite. We lived the historical aspect of this property and the nearby archeological dig ongoing. We lived the handiness of the laundry and walk to the city ferry depot. Fantastic to say the least!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel with clean, cozy and well staffed. Lovely location with everything in walking distance. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025