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YHA Sydney Harbour

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Overseas Passenger Terminal

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Fridge, microwave, eco-friendly cleaning products
King Plus One with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Daily continental breakfast (AUD 12 per person)
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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.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

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Queen Opera Harbour View Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Opera Harbour View Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Queen Plus One with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus One with Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4-Bed Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Queen Room with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Opera Harbour View Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Opera Harbour View Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Plus 2 with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Plus 2 with Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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King Plus One with Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Plus One with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Plus 2 With Ensuite

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Opera Harbour View With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Opera Harbour View with Ensuite

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Beds Male Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus Single With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3

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Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Share With Ensuite

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King Plus Single With Ensuite

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About the neighborhood

Map
110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Overseas Passenger Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Circular Quay - 7 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hyde Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Blu Bar on 36 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Glenmore Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Rocks Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fortune of War - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Australian Heritage Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

YHA Sydney Harbour

Hostel near Overseas Passenger Terminal
A short walk from Circular Quay and Sydney Harbour Bridge, YHA Sydney Harbour 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), bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • Coworking spaces, a water dispenser, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • 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

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese

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
  • 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
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

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 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 at YHA Sydney Harbour?

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: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA Sydney Harbour?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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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YHA Sydney Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 828 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 828 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 828 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 828 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 828 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in the Rocks. Close to transport, quiet and chilled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was an archaeological dig going on on the ground floor. Very cool to see. Had never stayed in a hostel before but was very pleased with all the amenities that were offered (large, full kitchen, laundry, comfortable private rooms and cafe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooftop view is amazing, you can see the opera house. The staff is very kind
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room set up was great. The room temperature was freezing (57 F) and it took 2 days to get the staff to turn up the temperature. A little pricey for a hostel but the place was a safe, clean and had a wonderful rooftop deck with a view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool laid back vibe Coin the phrase "Be Nice" I would stay anywhere else if I can get a room next time. Already planning my next trip Sydney Y H A Hostal ROCKS
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most of ut was excellent, only the continental breakfast has no variety of cereal and jams for toast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and welcoming staff, Tomas and Anna were amazing. All of the common areas were clean and secure, the view from the rooftop is spectacular. The location is close to everything so you can walk everywhere. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, clean and comfortable room, lovely rooftop areas with beautiful views over Sydney Harbour… I would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff, and facilities!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, not far away for the ferry , train station and lots of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to harbour, clean rooms & friends staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hope Zinnia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location and incredible views! All very clean and all the necessities are provided, plus a very comfortable bed. The rooftop bar was great and there are plenty of activities and excursions which you can join for free if you want to.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and the location couldn't be better. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and helpful staff, would use again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raimonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best possible option to stay! Staff, all amendments, location and wonderful view from the terrace! All the best to all who mane my stay so great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Amenities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Lots of activities offered, friendly staff, convenient location and great breakfast! Love that there is a kitchen that guests can use to cook their own meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

The location is excellent, walking distance of the most iconic places. The personnel was very kind and helpful. Very friendly environment for a very diverse people from families, young students and more mature ones. Very interesting concept of a shared kitchen. We were very igratefully mpressed by the ECO effort that the place practice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how YHA was catering for all ages and budgets. The building was clean, neat had all what l required and even the kitchen if necessary. l found how they presented the history of the area to be unique and very interesting. I would highly recommend this place to others. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and met lovely people
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location- perfect for families!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely exceeded my expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025