Nomads Sydney - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to World Square Shopping Centre

Photo gallery for Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Nightclub
Breakfast area
Exterior
Front of property
Lobby

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr

Explore the area

Map
477 Kent St, Sydney, NSW, 2000
  • Sydney Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

10 Bed Dorm Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

8 Bed Share Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Double Room Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

4 Bed Dorm Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

The Sanctuary - 8 Bed Female Dorm Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

6 Bed Dorm Room (Ensuite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

8 Bed Dorm Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

4 Bed Dorm (Ensuite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

6 Bed Dorm, Shared Facilities

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sydney

At Nomads Sydney - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Sydney Town Hall and World Square Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, a nightclub and a bar/lounge. .Scary Canary is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Sydney Central Business District hostel include Hyde Park and Sydney Tower Eye.

What's nearby

  • Sydney Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Town Hall Station - 3 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Thai Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oh! Matcha - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scary Canary - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brew Bros Licenced Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barkers - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Nomads Sydney - Hostel

Hostel with a nightclub, a short walk to World Square Shopping Centre
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and limo/town car service are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at Nomads Sydney - Hostel.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 428 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Nomads Sydney - Hostel offers 428 accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Scary Canary

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - midnight)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 20 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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Backpacker Base
Base Backpacker
Base Backpacker Hostel
Base Backpacker Hostel Sydney
Base Backpacker Sydney
Base Sydney
Base Sydney Backpacker
Sydney Base
Base Backpackers Hotel Sydney
Base Sydney Hostel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Nomads Sydney - Hostel?

Nomads Sydney - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 19 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nomads Sydney - Hostel on 24 Apr 2025 start from NZ$110.72, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Nomads Sydney - Hostel?

The closest beach to Nomads Sydney - Hostel is Bondi Beach (6.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nomads Sydney - Hostel?

No, Nomads Sydney - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Nomads Sydney - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Nomads Sydney - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nomads Sydney - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Nomads Sydney - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 425 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I chose it for its price and location. Couldn’t have been better for that. Maintenance and cleaning issues that are easy to fix such as handle off shower and remote not working, shower needs a scrub not just a wipe. Do that and couldn’t fault it. My room was located next to traffic lights so Billy Eileish
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and efficient. There was an ability of every body to do their best for you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Natasha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good. Rooms weren’t ready at check in. We had to wait an extra hour before housekeeping was finished. The first room we stayed in had black mould and water damage. It smelled like stale alcohol and mould. We soon found out why there was water damage. The air con was leaking water all over the floor and splashing onto the bed. The second night we stayed, we were moved to a different room, but this room had no working air conditioning, which was honestly the worst considering Sydney’s humidity during our stay. We stayed in a private room with shared bathroom facilities and the standard was what you’d expect for a hostel. They were generally fairly clean. The hostel is a maze, combining multiple buildings and it was not a fun experience to lug a suitcase across multiple sets of stairs despite it being the first floor. There is a central lift in the building though. The hostel is attached to a pub/club called the scary canary and depending on where you are in the building, you’ll likely hear the loud music in your room, especially if the staircase doors that lead downstairs to the scary canary are open. You have to pass through the staircase in order to get to some of the rooms. The staff were generally friendly and helpful, so they were very accommodating with the issue with the first room we stayed in. When we were waiting to check into our rooms, they came to get us from the common area so we didn’t have to wait in the foyer where there was no seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Samson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice and close to town, but the duvet has some blood in it. It's very disgusting. Will post some photos of it. They would have changed the duvet cover and seen the blood but didn't do anything about it. It's very disgusting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nils Erik Kristoffer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and helpful to our queries
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yume

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Spence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

john

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

Nice front desk person

Treated very well by the front desk, but the door lock did not work
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Shuva

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Front desk staff are not friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarahi

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So Central to city town hall supermarket
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jocelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was unfortunate enough to have a room on the druitt street side, the noise was horrible throughout the night from cars, trucks, people walking past, people talking on the sidewalk or at the bar. Feels like we were on the street/sidewalk below as the noise can be heard loudly from our room, just horrible and was not able to sleep at all. Maybe the hotel can do something to insulate the room from the noise coming from the outside. Customer service was excellent and room was clean enough. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Edwin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a private room at this hostel the second weekend in November. The nightly rate was very high for a hostel, but most rooms in Sydney are expensive at that time of year. First of all, the elevator was not working, and I was given a room on the third floor. The hostel clerk offered to ask someone to help me with the luggage but I declined. The private room was clean, as was the bathroom. But the bathroom was very small, and the shower did not drain properly. I had to be careful not to flood the bathroom floor whenever I took a shower. If you are looking for a basic private room, that is what it was, but at $250 per night, It definitely was not worth the rate.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leandra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Average hostel, convince location. Some dislike, the bed sheet was dirty. Please suggest to guests don't leave plates in the room, there were dirty plates for three days.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid on the Weekends!

I had a room in the girls sanctuary, I have previously stayed as the glam table just outside of the rooms was very convenient (free to use hair dryers/straighteners!) The room however was so hot, we had 2 floor fans going but they couldn’t really reach the upper bunk beds. Not the staffs fault but the saturday night i stayed, some girls brought boys into the girls only sanctuary. Very drunk and very loud at 12:30am, other times i’ve stayed the club next door can still be heard into the early hours of the night. (more less avoid staying here if a weekend) Also the elevator wasn’t working! (oct 2024) such a pain to go up 4 flights of stairs to a hot room! Like it is a cheap stay and quite central to transport, it just seems quite rundown
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The dog trail

Aussie prison, servicing the curupted Aussie street urchins. Requires knowledge and the know: Jesus spoke of these things.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Silvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024