YHA Sydney Central
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 5-star11 Rawson Place, Sydney, AustraliaShow on map
8.2 · Very good9,635 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at 11 Rawson Place.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Heritage Listed Building with Indoor Pool: Experience a stay like no other at this award-winning hostel, housed in a heritage listed building with an indoor pool, offering a unique blend of history and modern amenities.
Panoramic Views and Rooftop Outdoor Area: Guests at YHA Sydney Central are treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the city from the rooftop outdoor area, providing the perfect backdrop for relaxation and socializing.
Diverse Facilities and Activities: From free WiFi and multiple kitchens to an on-site cinema, travel agency, and rooftop BBQs, this hostel offers a wide range of facilities and activities to ensure a memorable stay in the heart of Sydney CBD.
Book now to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of YHA Sydney Central and create unforgettable memories in the bustling city of Sydney!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 9,635 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.6
- Service9.1
- Location9.1
- Rooms7.5
- Amenities8.6
- Value8.0
- Food & drink7.1
Guests mention
Good locationFriendly staff
VernekarAustraliaGood
Clean
AyelénArgentinaExcelente
Limpieza y ubicación
FrancescoItalyVery good
Position is very handy. Comfortable bedroom and showers very clean
VernekarAustraliaGood
Clean
RuxueChina整体不错，氛围很好、性价比很高、出行非常方便，舒适度也可以；推荐
地理位置非常方便，不仅就在central station边上，而且门口就是轻轨车站，去town hall什么的都很方便；边上吃的什么挺多的也很方便
不是每天都会清洁房间，有一天没吸地房间挺脏垃圾桶都是我自己处理的
AkerstenSERent o snyggt, bra läge
Hiss ur funktion
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
11 Rawson Place, Sydney, Australia
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about YHA Sydney Central
What time is check-in and check-out at YHA Sydney Central?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does YHA Sydney Central allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at YHA Sydney Central?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does YHA Sydney Central have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at YHA Sydney Central?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does YHA Sydney Central have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at YHA Sydney Central?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does YHA Sydney Central have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at YHA Sydney Central?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book YHA Sydney Central?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is YHA Sydney Central?
11 Rawson Place, Sydney.
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