The Downing Hostel

249 Castlereagh Street, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia - Show on map

Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 3-star The Downing hostel offers accommodation 16 minutes' walk from Queen Victoria Building. The central station is centrally located near the hotel, allowing guests easy access to Anzac Memorial, situated only 650 metres away.

Location

Market City Shopping Centre welcomes shopping lovers just 650 metres away, while Belmore Park is right at the Sydney property. Also, this Sydney hostel is merely 0.9 km from such natural sights as Hyde Park. The wide steel Sydney Harbour Arch Bridge is around 10 minutes by car from the accommodation.

Rooms

The Sydney property offers guest rooms with a view of the city, and in certain rooms, free Wi-Fi is available. There are shared bathrooms with a shower for a more pleasant stay.

Food & Drinks

Guests can enjoy Hawaiian dishes in an à la carte restaurant. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar. Basket Brothers, serving dishes of contemporary cuisine, is approximately a 5-minute walk away. You will find a shared kitchen at the hostel. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith, located 10 km from The Downing hostel. Many outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling are available on-site.

Why choose The Downing Hostel Sydney

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Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

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

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

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

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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Children:

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249 Castlereagh Street, Sydney CBD, Sydney, Australia

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    249 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.