The Downing Hostel

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

Centrally located in a busy of Sydney, The Downing Hostel features laundry and housekeeping for guests' convenience. Offering bag storage, this Sydney hotel is just 1.1 km from the 106m-long sandstone Gothic Revival–style St Mary's Cathedral.

Location

The heritage-listed Capitol Theatre is 400 metres from the 3-star accommodation, and natural sites like WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo are a 25-minute walk away. You can access World Square Shopping Centre (0.6 km) and Market City Shopping Centre (0.7 km) as popular shopping choices in the area. The hostel is within walking distance of Westfield Sydney Shopping Centre, while sport lovers will appreciate Prince Alfred Park Public Pool, located a 13-minute walk away.

Food & Drinks

The on-site restaurant, Downing offers food options for brunch. You can enjoy evenings in the lounge bar. The Sydney hostel is within easy reach of Basket Brothers, which offers dishes of Australian cuisine. Guests have the option to prepare their own meals at a shared kitchen. The Downing Hostel is only 5 minutes on foot from Hay Street bus station and within 5 minutes' walk of Museum train station. Many activities are available on-site, including hiking, bowling, and cycling.

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 23 per night
Check-in 17 Jun 2025
Check-out 18 Jun 2025
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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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.