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The Downing Hostel

253 Castlereagh Street, Sydney

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Good

315 reviews

7.3/10

Vibrant CBD Location
Located in the heart of Sydney's bustling CBD, The Downing Hostel offers a lively atmosphere surrounded by a variety of dining and entertainment options.
Convenient Facilities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi, shared kitchen amenities, and an on-site bar/restaurant during your stay at The Downing Hostel. Additionally, take advantage of the free laundry and ironing facilities available to all guests.
Exciting Activities
Let the front desk assist you in planning fun-filled activities such as archery, bowling, and tennis, ensuring a memorable stay at The Downing Hostel.
Experience the vibrant CBD life at The Downing Hostel - book now for an unforgettable Sydney getaway!

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Popular Amenities

Air conditioning

Luggage storage

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Jun 7th – 8th 2026

1 Room, 2 Travellers

7.3

315 reviews

Josephine

Solo Traveller · November 2025

2/10

Location was good and staff were able to accommodate an early check-in.Location was good and staff were able to accommodate an early check-in.

Solene

Couple · December 2025

7/10

L’emplacement de l’hostel est très pratique, 0 min à pied de town hall, l’arrêt de train muséum et les bus sont à 5 minutes à piedL’emplacement de l’hostel est très pratique, 0 min à pied de town hall, l’arrêt de train muséum et les bus sont à 5 minutes à pied

Matthew

Solo Traveller · September 2025

9/10

Great staff, good vibes, quite small hostel so you can easily make heaps of mates. Rooftop is a big bonus, beds are comfy, regular cleaning, great locationGreat staff, good vibes, quite small hostel so you can easily make heaps of mates. Rooftop is a big bonus, beds are comfy, regular cleaning, great location

Charlie

Couple · September 2025

2/10

How close it was to the centre, so we could spend as little time as possible in that hell holeHow close it was to the centre, so we could spend as little time as possible in that hell hole

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Amenities

General

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Terrace

Non-smoking throughout

Shared kitchen

Adult only

Outdoor furniture

Front Desk Services

Luggage storage

Express check-in/check-out

Private check-in/check-out

Express check-in

Housekeeping on request

Internet

Free wired internet

Internet access

Transport & Parking

Secured parking

hygiene

Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas

Restaurant & Bars

Restaurant

Happy hour

Games, Entertainment & Media

Shared lounge/TV area

Board games/puzzles

Evening entertainment

Pub crawls

Television in common areas

Business & Work

Fax/photocopying

Outdoor Activities

Private picnics

Safety & Security

Safety deposit box

Fire extinguishers

First aid kit available

Smoke alarms

Key access

CCTV outside property

Security alarm

Key card access

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House rules

Check-in

02:00 PM

Check-out

10:00 AM

Cancellation policy

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

FAQ

Check-in starts at 02:00 PM, while you're expected to check out by 10:00 AM.

The Downing Hostel's cancellation policy depends on the room type and the dates it’s booked around. Make sure to select your preferred cancellation policy when selecting your rooms.

Yes, breakfast is included with some of the rooms. However, some rooms include breakfast with an extra charge. Make sure to select your preferred meal option when selecting your room. Subject to availability.

Yes. This hotel provides free wifi connectivity along with your rooms.

No, this hotel does not offer parking facilities.

No, pets may not be allowed at this hotel. Contact the hotel for more details.

This hotel may have restrictions on child stays or may not provide family-specific amenities. Please check the room policies before booking.

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The Downing Hostel

Good

315 reviews

Show More

Popular Amenities

Choose rooms

Jun 7th – 8th 2026

1 Room, 2 Travellers

315 reviews

Josephine

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Solene

7/10

Matthew

9/10

Charlie

2/10

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Amenities

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Internet

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Restaurant & Bars

Games, Entertainment & Media

Business & Work

Outdoor Activities

Safety & Security

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House rules

FAQ

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Matthew

9/10

Charlie

2/10

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