The Downing Hostel

253 Castlereagh Street, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia - Minutes from attractions

Offering guests to enjoy an active vacation with bowling, cycling, and tennis, the 3-star The Downing hostel is situated in a busy area of Sydney. Offering bag storage, this Sydney hotel is around 5 minutes by car from Darling Harbour.

Location

The property is located only a few minutes from Belmore Park, only a short drive from Hyde Park. The hostel is also within 25 minutes' walk of the astronomical Sydney Observatory. This accommodation is situated within a 5-minute drive of Art Gallery of New South Wales and at a medium distance from the heritage-listed Australian Museum.

Food & Drinks

A selection of fusion dishes are served at the à la carte restaurant onsite. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar. Basket Brothers offers Australian dishes and is located about a 5-minute walk from this Sydney hostel. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared kitchen. Kingsford Smith airport is 10 km from The Downing hostel, and Hay Street bus stop is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.

Why choose The Downing Hostel Sydney

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  • Free WiFi throughout the property

  • Shared kitchen for guest use

  • Evening entertainment activities offered

  • Centrally located near attractions

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Off-site car park

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Cycling

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Happy hour

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Adults only
  • Board games

Recreation

  • Entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

For disabled guests

  • Handicap parking

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 09:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 36 per night
Check-in 19 Jan 2026
Check-out 20 Jan 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    253 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, Australia

    Important information
    The Downing Hostel
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 09:00 until 10:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.