Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near International Convention Centre Sydney

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Exterior
Shared fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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509 Pitt Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Paddy's Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in 10-bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 8-bed Mixed Dorm

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 6-bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4-bed Mixed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 6-bed Female Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4-bed Female Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dorm (18-40 Years Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 4 Beds Female Dorm (18-40 Years Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dorm (18-40 Years Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 6 Beds Female Dorm (18-40 Years Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 8 Beds Mixed Dorm (18-40 Years Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 10 Beds Mixed Dorm (18-40 Years Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Sydney

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

What's nearby

  • Paddy's Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

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
  • ‪Side Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A Bowl of Noodles - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Adults-only hostel near International Convention Centre Sydney
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 Apr 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel on Apr 22, 2026 start from CA $103, 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 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. 231 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 438 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

U-Yin Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cclean room, friendly staff, clean toilet
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Annie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The door slamming, all day all night, is unbearable. The hotel should do something about it. Housekeepers shows they're vacuuming but the is a pile of dust behind the bedroom door. In slite of that, the staff is very professional and courteous. Bus, tram and trains are just steps away.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sikander

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Akshay

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mingzhen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in long narrow room with an entire wall of west facing windows. The temperature outside was 96 F. The room heats up pretty badly. The furniture wasn’t comfortable either.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Travelled with group
Unfortunately Wake Up at all their hostels have elected to discriminate against all over 40s- males and females. Ageism just like racism and sexism is a scourge in our Australian society. My mature age friends have travelled to many coubaround the
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

bao

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and staff nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Bich Ngoc

Disliked: Staff & service
Depends on the staff, some are nicer than others. Someone randomly took off my clothes from the dryer when it’s not done so when I got my clothes it’s all damp. Staff partied harder than guests. They were on the tables dancing and yelling in the common room/kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Noah

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelynn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stu

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wake Up! Sydney owned by the Millet family, is conveniently located near Central station. All rooms including the private rooms, the dorms, and the bathrooms, are immaculately clean. Impressive considering there are over 500 beds in this place. The kitchen on the 1st floor is clean and modern with new electric hobs. 2 convection ovens and microwaves. Big shoutout to Nora, India and Pearse who always make me feel welcome when I stay. A high quality and recommended hostel. (There is also a Wake Up! at Bondi beach).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

PK

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thatchanok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Central, clean, fit for purpose. No privacy curtain.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kiriaki

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025