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Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Star Casino

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Reception
A travel agency counter with a 'travel up!' sign, a TV displaying a scenic view, and a wall of travel brochures.
Exterior
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large refrigerator, and a clean, organized layout.
A modern interior with a curved blue sofa, wooden flooring, and a brick wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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

View all photos for Bed in 10-bed Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a large window with a view of a clock tower, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 10-bed Mixed Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dorm | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dorm

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed in 6-bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Bed in 4-bed Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 6-bed Female Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Bed in 6-bed Female Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a suitcase, and a person walking.

Bed in 4-bed Female Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A neatly folded blue towel and two soap bars on a striped bedspread.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a metal rack with clothes, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large window, a bed with grey bedding, a bedside lamp, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a red door.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a desk and chair, a hanging rack with clothes, and a window with blinds.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Heart of Sydney.Within a 15-minute walk of this Haymarket hostel, you'll find Capitol Theatre and International Convention Centre Sydney. Star Casino and Circular Quay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Paddy's Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

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
  • ‪Sushi Hub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chinese Noodle House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Adults-only hostel near Star Casino
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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator 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 transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

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

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 percent 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 percent

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 each 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

How close is Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel to the airport?

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel is 9.3 mi (24-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel on Jul 27, 2026 start from $77, 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.

Does Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel.

How close is Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 4.6 mi (20-min drive) from Bondi Beach and 5 mi (21-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 7 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

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

Is there free parking at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel have a pool?

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel have a restaurant?

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel is home to Roy's Cafe, which features light fare and brunch.

Does Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel to downtown Sydney?

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel is 1 mi away from Sydney.

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 468 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean facility and excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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

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

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

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just be aware that getting a towel requires a $15 AUD deposit and you get 10 back when you return the towel
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 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

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

6/10 Okay

Pepesau

Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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

Dominique

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

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

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

Yani

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

Anna

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

David

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

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

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central train station across is nice. Staff are awesome. Clean facilites. Quiet place other than people coming in and out of the room makes for a lot of click and door slams. No outside noise and no partying. Ear plugs help with all the coming and going. I realize it is a dorm. Bathroom is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026