The Downing Hostel

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

Featuring a restaurant and a storage for belongings for a delightful experience, the 3-star The Downing Hostel is located in a busy part of Sydney. Offering a laundry room and housekeeping for guests' convenience, the hotel is located around 5 minutes by car from Queen Victoria Building.

Location

Offerring a location at a moderate distance from the oasislike Royal Botanic Gardens, the Sydney property is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Belvoir Street Theatre, which is nearly 15 minutes' walk away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Westfield Sydney Shopping Centre (1.3 km) and World Square Shopping Centre (0.6 km) for visitors to explore. This Sydney hostel is approximately a 10-minute walk from the heritage-listed Australian Museum and a mere 400 metres from Capitol Theatre.

Food & Drinks

Guests can enjoy European dishes in an à la carte restaurant. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar. The hostel is around a 5-minute walk from Basket Brothers, offering dishes of healthy cuisine. The Sydney accommodation offers a shared kitchen for self-catering. The Downing Hostel is 10 km from Kingsford Smith airport and a short walk to train station Museum. Many outdoor activities, such as archery, hiking, and bowling 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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From USD 24 per night
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Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

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.