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Hostels for Volunteering in Sydney in 2025

3 Hostels for Backpackers in Sydney. Prices start from $6 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Want to travel, give back, and save money in Sydney? These hostels offer volunteering opportunities where you can trade your skills for free stays, meals, and unforgettable experiences. We compare prices from major booking platforms to help you plan your adventure! 🌍💪

Save up to 23.7%! Compare Hostelworld & Booking.com prices in one click on Hostelz.

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The Pacific House Hostel
The Pacific House Hostel
The Pacific House Hostel
The Pacific House Hostel
The Pacific House Hostel
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The Pacific House Hostel

The Pacific House Hostel

Woolloomooloo
Free Breakfast
Privacy Curtains
8.5
3,714 Reviews
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerGroups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"…At Pacific House Hostel, we believe that luxury and affordability are compatible, that the historical and contemporary are excellent bedfellows. We believe that a traveller needs to feel secure, at

from $16.16
HostelworldBooking.com
8.5
3,714 Reviews
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8bed dorm with tall ceilings and lockers
lockers provided in all dorms
Big Hostel
Private Bathroom in Family Rooms
Shared Laundry
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Rooftop Terrace

Big Hostel

Surry Hills
Free Breakfast
8.3
3,525 Reviews
CouplesDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerGroups (10+ people)Older travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

Aptly named, this hostel is BIG! A wonderful choice for a wide range of travellers. It promotes eco-friendly practises with an emphasis on sustainable energy. Make the most of the big rooftop area

from $13.45
HostelworldBooking.com
8.3
3,525 Reviews
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private rooms with AC
good place to socialise
all food labeled in fridge
common room with free cable tv
private room with double bed and single bunk
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Kitchen with 3 cooking stations

Urban Nomad Potts Point

Potts Point
Free Breakfast
6.2
569 Reviews
Groups (10+ people)Quiet Rest

"…・Lockers ・Carpeted Room ・Air Conditioners {Common areas} ・Fully equipped shared kitchen ・Bathrooms (toilet paper and hand soaps provided) At our hostel, we aim to

from $9.36
HostelworldBooking.com
6.2
569 Reviews

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YHA Pittwater Eco
9.7
Pittwater
Fancy a city escape? Pittwater YHA is located 30km north of Sydney city centre, surrounded by more
from
$14.86
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Rozelle Hostel
3.1
Clover is a safe, social and clean hostel to call home during your time in the inner city of more
from
$9.50
Best party hostel
Nate's Place Backpackers, Sydney
Nate's Place Backpackers
8.9
Darlinghurst
"…, so maybe around noon he can look into the matter. By 8 p.m., when we returned, nothing had been more
from
$13.35
Best for groups
The Pacific House Hostel, Sydney
The Pacific House Hostel
8.5
Woolloomooloo
"…At Pacific House Hostel, we believe that luxury and affordability are compatible, that the more
from
$16.16
Best rated hostel
Exterior
YHA Pittwater Eco
9.7
Pittwater
Fancy a city escape? Pittwater YHA is located 30km north of Sydney city centre, surrounded by more
from
$14.86
Best rated hostel
Exterior
YHA Pittwater Eco
9.7
Pittwater
Fancy a city escape? Pittwater YHA is located 30km north of Sydney city centre, surrounded by more
from
$14.86
Best for female solo traveller
The Pod, Sydney
The Pod
9.2
Sydney CBD
The Pod Sydney offers luxurious privacy pod beds for solo travellers and stylish private rooms more
from
$16.61
Best for groups
The Pacific House Hostel, Sydney
The Pacific House Hostel
8.5
Woolloomooloo
"…At Pacific House Hostel, we believe that luxury and affordability are compatible, that the more
from
$16.16
Best for +50 travellers
8bed dorm with tall ceilings and lockers
Big Hostel
8.3
Surry Hills
Aptly named, this hostel is BIG! A wonderful choice for a wide range of travellers. It promotes more
from
$13.45

Volunteering and Working in Hostels in Sydney

Looking to explore Sydney on a budget while making a difference? These hostels offer volunteering opportunities where you can trade your time and skills for free accommodation, meals, and more. It’s the perfect way to extend your travels, meet fellow adventurers, and give back to the local community.

Whether you’re helping at reception, organizing events, teaching languages, or lending a hand with maintenance, volunteering at a hostel is a rewarding experience. You’ll gain new skills, make lifelong friends, and enjoy a deeper connection with Sydney.

Good to know: Each hostel has different volunteering requirements and tasks. Be sure to check the details, such as minimum stay durations, expected work hours, and what perks are included, before booking your stay.

Start your adventure, give back, and make memories in Sydney — all while keeping your travel costs low! 🌍💪

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