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Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Bondi Beach

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Economy Double Room | Living area
Reception
Exterior
On the beach, white sand
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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186 Arden St, Coogee, NSW, 2034
  • Place, Coogee Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon's Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University of New South Wales
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dorm with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dorm with Shared Bathroom

  • Beach view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dorm with Balcony, Shared Bathroom

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dorm with Balcony, Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm with Balcony, Shared Bathroom

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm with Balcony, Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dorm with Shared Bathroom

  • Beach view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4 Bed Private Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Partial ocean view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Sydney

On the beach.With a stay at this Coogee hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Coogee Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Clovelly Beach. Sydney Children's Hospital and Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Coogee Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gordon's Bay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Clovelly Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of New South Wales - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bronte Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Bondi Junction Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 9 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coogee Pavilion - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coogee Pavilion Rooftop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coogee Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chargrill Charlie’s Coogee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel

Beachfront hostel near Bondi Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel. Self parking is free.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel offers 108 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.7 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.7 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 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach
Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel Coogee
Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel to the airport?

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel is 7.6 mi (26-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel on Jun 27, 2026 start from CA $120, excluding 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 Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel.

How close is Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel offer free breakfast?

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Star Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel?

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel have a pool?

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel to downtown Sydney?

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel is 4.6 mi away from Sydney.

Mad Monkey Coogee Beach Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Justin

Disliked: Room comfort

Social, but bad beds.

The hostel is cosy and social. It’s not a party hostel, but people do socialise in the kitchen. The beds are the drawback here - they are rickety and every time someone moves in their bed, you can hear the springs. Also my bed moved every time the guy in the top bunk rolled around. I’m 193cm and couldn’t stretch out in the bed. Difficult to sleep. If you value your sleep, find another place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parking a bit tricky

Free street parking right across the street is one hour and monitored till 10pm; otherwise, there's a pay lot for four hours and also monitored till 10pm. It was a pain that Reception could only accept the $20 deposit in Australian currency, even though I offered USD 20, which is worth more than AUD 20. The 8-share female room had no lockers and not enough hooks to hang up our jackets.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel has a great location just across the road from the beach, however it is overpriced for the service you receive. When booking, please be aware that you will have to carry your luggage up three flights of narrow stairs to get to the reception area to check in. The rooms are shabby, with holes in the walls in several places. Having ‘apartment’ style rooms is quite nice, however in my apartment there were guests sleeping on beds in the communal areas, which was not very private. At full capacity, there are 14 people sharing one bathroom in the apartment I was in. The bathroom was mopped daily, but the floor was constantly filthy. Cleaners came in regularly to change beds and bins, but it would have been good if they could have vacuumed the floors as there was sand everywhere from the beach. Bed was comfortable, but room was stifling hot with just one small floor fan and one window (which had to be propped open with an empty bottle of dry shampoo), this made it very difficult to sleep, especially with 6 people in the room. On my first morning there, staff came into the room unannounced every hour between 8am and 2pm to complete various checks, including checking for ‘extra’ guests. This was quite disruptive in itself. I was disturbed on more than one occasion whilst I was in the shower by housekeeping staff also. Privacy is lacking a lot in this hostel. I would not choose to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very friendly however the cleanliness and condition of the place is not great
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Probably would have been a better stay if not in a room by myself with three blokes, from a female point of view perhaps some gender rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly, upgraded my friends and I to a much preferred room and were super easy to talk to and ask questions of, great host! Location was prime next to Coogee; just a bummer that lockers had to be paid for
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must stay when in Coogee!

I literally booked 3x because I kept extending my stay. Only issue is Australia has more bugs than I’m used to so I saw some. But everything else about this hostel was amazing. Everything I needed and exceeded my expectations... only issue is now my hostel standards are too high 😂
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A week in Coogee

The place was amazing, the people who work there are great and location is perfect. Will stay here always when in Sydney!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hostel in Sydney!

By far the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at... I couldn’t have been happier. Clean, spacious, friendly and helpful staff. They have a bar downstairs too where they host events and happy hours so it’s a good way to meet people.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Outi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hyvä hostelli yksin matkaajalle

Hyvä sijainti ja ystävällinen palvelu sekä näppärät kulkuyhteydet. Ravintoloita vieressä. Hostellissa hyvät patjat, tyynyt ja peitot.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great for being right in the middle of it all. Steps to the beach and restaurants. Staff was very helpful and the facilities were kept clean for how many people stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019