Welcome to the Downing Hostel
The Downing Hostel is a small, friendly, social hostel. Located in the heart of Sydney, only minutes away from supermarkets, transport, nightlife, bars, pubs, parks & shopping malls. Offering loads of freebies, evening events & an awesome rooftop, we will be the perfect choice for your Sydney adventures!
If you’re travelling to meet other travellers, the Downing hostel is like a little family! We have a lovely rooftop that’s perfect for tanning, enjoying a meal or having some social drinks. [open everyday 8am to 10pm]
We are located a few minutes away from Museum and Town Hall Station (which takes you to Sydney International and Domestic Airport in under 15mins)
Also we are located a few minutes walk from the 333 Express bus that takes you directly to Bondi Beach and the 380 bus that takes you to Watsons Bay!
The Downing Hostel is walking distance to Hyde Park (2 mins), KoreaTown (1 min), World Square (2 mins), Westfield Tower (5 mins), ChinaTown (6 mins), Oxford Street (5 mins), Paddy’s Markets (9mins), Queen Victoria Building (4 mins) & Darling Harbour (8 mins) so you can see, we really are in the heart of the city. As we are in the middle if the city our hostel can be noisy in the evenings so please take this into consideration.
Some of the reasons why guests love the Downing Hostel is all the FREE offers:
FREE WiFi
FREE use of hair dryers
FREE Luggage storage before & after your stay
FREE Books exchange
FREE Secure lockers (bring your own padlock)
It’s important to note that we are 3 floors and there is no elevator but we are more than happy to assist you with your luggage.
We offer air conditioning in the common area only plus fans in the room.
Our quiet times are from 11pm to 7am. Please respect other guests that may want to sleep during these hours.
Extra Information
Check in 2pm
Check out 10am
Reception is open 9am - 8pm
You are welcome to leave your luggage and use all our facilities while you wait / after you check out.
Please note that we are a youth/backpacker hostel, we have an age limit of 18 - 35 years old in all rooms.
Passport and valid ID is required for ALL guests as well as a valid credit card.
We always try to keep friends in the same dorm but we can not guarantee it (a good excuse to make new friends!)
We have a 48hr Cancellation Policy.
We look forward to greeting you in Sydney and for you to join our friendly family!
Property Name: The Downing Hostel
Street Address: 249 Castlereagh st
City : Sydney - New South Wales
Postal Code : 2000
Contact Name: Downing Hostel
Phone: 0434 841 129
Amenities
- Baggage storage
- Internet
- Lockers
- Non-smoking rooms
Check-in/Check-out Policies
This property has the following check-in and check-out times and policies:
Check-In: 2:00 PM
Check-Out: 10:00 AM
Property and Cancelation Policies :
Terms and Conditions
Please note that we are a youth/backpacker hostel, we have an Age limit of 18 - 35 years old in dorm rooms.
Passport or valid Australian issued ID is required for ALL International guests (We accept drivers licenses for Australian Citizens)
Valid credit card required.
Parking not available.
We always try to keep friends in the same dorm but we can not guarantee it (Good excuse to make new friends!)
We look forward to greeting you in Sydney and for you to join our friendly family!
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