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The Pod Sydney - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Star Casino in Sydney

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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Level 6, 396 Pitt Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Bed in Female Dormitory

Single Bed in Female Dormitory

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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6 Pax Family Room with Shared Bathroom

6 Pax Family Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Sydney

Haymarket stay.A stay at this Haymarket hostel places you steps from Capitol Theatre and a 5-minute walk from Hyde Park. Star Casino and Circular Quay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • World Square Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 7 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boon Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Associate - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Civic Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mango Coco - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Pod Sydney - Hostel

Hostel near Star Casino in Sydney
The Pod Sydney - Hostel offers its guests a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Pod Sydney - Hostel also features a communal living room, an elevator, and a microwave in a common area.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2016
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
The Pod Sydney - Hostel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Pod Sydney Hostel
Pod Sydney
The Pod Sydney
The Pod Sydney Hostel
The Pod Sydney - Hostel Haymarket
The Pod Sydney - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Pod Sydney - Hostel to the airport?

The Pod Sydney - Hostel is 8.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pod Sydney - Hostel?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pod Sydney - Hostel on Jul 21, 2026 start from CA $138, 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 The Pod Sydney - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Pod Sydney - Hostel.

How close is The Pod Sydney - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 4.6 mi (23-min drive) from Bondi Beach and 5.2 mi (23-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Pod Sydney - Hostel offer free breakfast?

The Pod Sydney - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Pod Sydney - Hostel?

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

What time is check-in at The Pod Sydney - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Pod Sydney - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The Pod Sydney - Hostel have a pool?

The Pod Sydney - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does The Pod Sydney - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Pod Sydney - Hostel to downtown Sydney?

The Pod Sydney - Hostel is 0.7 mi away from Sydney.

The Pod Sydney - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 391 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shailey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay here. The space was clean, quiet, and not a party vibe at all — perfect for anyone who values their alone time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place wqs spotless, beds super comfy, fully equipped kitchen and the location is outstanding with close bus and train stops in a walkable distance
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay again (this was my second time)The location is perfect, a 5 min walk from Central train and bus station. The bed is huge and really comfy, everyone is so quiet. Everywhere is spotlessly clean. The kitchen and showers are excellent and all the staff are just lovely. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to sleep. It was so quiet, the bed was comfy and I had undisturbed sleep every night. Everywhere is spotless and the kitchen area has all you need. The staff were super helpful and friendly. Also a great central location, good for public transport. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shuheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very smooth check in and check out, the staff there is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect central location, very clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

More than perfect place to stay in Sydney!

HYPER clean capsule hotel, great customer service, super cozy, perfect place to stay, THANK YOU guys, great job!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is clean and comfortable, and it's in a great location. But what mesmerized me the most was their staff! All of them were amazing, helpful, and ready to make my stay even better. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bibian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s near the city’s most popular attraction.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and orderly place to stay in central Sydney!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service - very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable, clean, and safe! I'm on the plus size so I was worried about the sturdiness of the bunk beds, but that wasn't a problem at all! The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chaiyasoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good everything and very cheap er
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good value for money. Restroom and showers were clean.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient!! It smells like cup noodles though but completely understandable from guests eating there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eléonore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay in this hostel! Clean rooms and bathrooms. Beds are very comfy and the largest I had in Australia. This hostel is one of the best I stayed in Australia and I highly recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarawut

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

Great value

There are very convenient to stay in the centre of Sydney close by everything you need restaurants and shopping etc. The room was great than I thought and the toilets were clean. I will be back again next visit in Sydney :)
The pod room
In room
Kitchen and living room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katsu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed there for my 15 hours of transit. I didn’t expect that much but the stay was far better than I expected. The rooms and facility were clean and neat, staff are welcoming and creating warm ambiance. I definitely visit the city and the place again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. The pods were great and actually very spacious, they also blocked light well. Check in and out we're quick and easy and I really appreciated being able to store my luggage before check in time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie-Ann

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

Best hostel I’ve stayed at

Hands down the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. The staff was super friendly and helpful throughout my stay. The bed (bunk in shared dormitory) was quite big, comfortable, had an individual light, charging ports and a curtain for privacy. The rooms, the washroom and the kitchen were cleaned every day and the noise was kept to a minimum always. Very happy with my stay and will be back if in Sydney again. It was also well situated. Easy to get to from the airport via train, to the beaches via bus and a walkable distance to the Opera House.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Does the job

PROS: privacy, good size bunks, rooms not crowded, great location, price fair, amenities, close to public transport CONS: room door is the loudest I’ve ever encountered, bathroom very dirty and smells due to no ventilation, check in process extremely slow
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In this backpacker hotel, I stayed for 5 days. It is very close to the city, and just opposite Coles shopping to buy some food for my dinner and breakfast at the backpacker hotel. Put it in the fridge with name label stickers. All very safe and very friendly staff. A very nice manager who looks after tourists stay. I give it a 5-star rating. In bed in your room with the wall light on and turn off the ceiling light in each room at 9.30pm. I enjoyed it and will come back again in future from Brisbane QLD Happy New Year to tourists. Take care on the trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Zenun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The pods are functional but no sound insulation whatsoever.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

No sleep

The bed and room temperature was comfortable however the door opening and closing the entire night kept me up and I got very little sleep. Owners should invest in soft close door and stop the locks from making such a loud sound every time people leave and enter the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023