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Little Drifter Surry Hills, Sydney
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About the Hotel
207 Cleveland Street,
Sydney,
Australia,
2016,
New South Wales
Little Drifter Surry Hills offers a vibrant hostel experience with shared and private room options. This Sydney hotel features a lively bar and communal kitchen, ideal for socializing and relaxation.
Rooms & Amenities
Rooms at Little Drifter Surry Hills include a mix of shared and private options, accommodating various group sizes. The 10-bed dormitory features an en suite bathroom, while private rooms provide further comfort with their own facilities.
Dining & Nearby Options
Dining options include nearby eateries such as Ester Restaurant and Woolpack Hotel, each within 0.5 miles. The hostel has an on-site bar that hosts daily events, adding to the social atmosphere.
Leisure & Group Accommodation
Leisure activities can be enjoyed in the hostel's sunny courtyard and TV lounge, which are suitable for relaxation or planning outings. Groups can be accommodated with various room options and communal facilities.
Location & Transportation
Located in Surry Hills, the hostel is close to Central Station, which is 2624.7 ft away, providing easy access to the entire city. Nearby attractions include Prince Alfred Park, 1312.3 ft away, and the Brett Whiteley Studio, 1968.5 ft from the property.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Extra Care!
“The manager went above and beyond to ensure my comfort by providing additional blankets, making my stay warm and cozy.” view full review
Welcoming Space
“The common areas were newly equipped and well-maintained, creating a comfortable atmosphere for everyone, including those with mobility needs.” view full review
Comfy Room!
“My room was basic but spotless and the bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep.” view full review
Great Kitchen Setup
“The kitchen had brand new appliances and utensils, making it easy for me to prepare my own meals during my stay.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
Security
Adults only
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Guest Parking
Shared kitchen
Services
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Board games
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Self-catering
Shared kitchen
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Location
207 Cleveland Street,
Sydney,
Australia,
2016,
New South Wales
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207 Cleveland Street,
Sydney,
Australia,
2016,
New South Wales
City landmarks
Parks
Royal Botanic Gardens
1.9
mi
Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
1.4
mi
Opera House
Sydney Opera House
2.3
mi
Sydney
Darling Harbour
1.3
mi
Sydney NSW 2000
Darling Harbour dining
1.2
mi
Garden
Chinese Garden of Friendship
1.2
mi
Museums
Powerhouse Museum
5100 ft
Parks
Hyde Park
1.4
mi
Museums
Australian National Maritime Museum
1.4
mi
Mall
Queen Victoria Building
1.4
mi
Gallery
Art Gallery of New South Wales
1.6
mi
Bridges
Sydney Harbour Bridge
2.6
mi
Church
St Mary's Cathedral
1.4
mi
Sydney
Sydney Harbour
2.7
mi
Westfield Centrepoint 100 Market St Retail Level 5
Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck
1.3
mi
Museums
Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
2.1
mi
Gallery
White Rabbit Gallery
2100 ft
Zoo
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo
1.4
mi
Shopping Area
Central Park
2500 ft
Wilson Street Eveleigh
Carriageworks Farmers Market
4600 ft
Museums
Madame Tussauds Sydney
1.4
mi
Museums
Hyde Park Barracks Museum
1.5
mi
Oxford St. and Parkes Drive
Centennial Park
1.9
mi
Planetarium
Sydney Observatory
2.1
mi
Museums
Anzac Memorial
1.2
mi
Ultimo Road rail underbridge to the end of Macarthur Street
The Goods Line
4500 ft
Museums
Australian Museum
1.3
mi
Crown Street
Crown St, Surry Hills
5300 ft
Public Building
Sydney Town Hall
1.3
mi
University
University of Sydney
1.2
mi
Nearby
Shopping Area
Central Park
2000 ft
Gallery
White Rabbit Gallery
1600 ft
Restaurants
Manny's Pizza Diner
1200 ft
66-70 Regent St Chippendale
Lord Gladstone Restaurante
1300 ft
115 Regent St
Whisk&Paddle
1600 ft
105 Chalmers Street Surry Hills Next to Prince Alfred Pools
Brickfields
1400 ft
206 Cleveland Street
Mai Viet
1500 ft
279 Cleveland St Redfern
Domino's Pizza
1600 ft
106 - 110 George Street Skybar Hotel,
Milk Bar by Cafe Ish
1900 ft
105 Regent St Redfern
The Tin Humpy
1800 ft
137 Redfern St
Emad's
1800 ft
298 Cleveland St
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
86%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Clean
Convenient location
Limited dining
Mixed service
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
5.4
Location
8.4
Service
6.7
Dining
6.1
Guest reviews
8.6/10
based on 9 reviews
7.7
7.7/10 based on 266 reviews
Malcolm
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.0/10
The hotel had tiny rooms with terrible air conditioning for three days, but the location was fantastic, close to Prince Alfred Park and just a 10-minute walk from Central Station. The dining experience was really nice, with a reasonable selection of cereals, bread, and spreads. The Aussies working there were very helpful in accommodating our large family in one of the dorms, although some days the cleaning staff seemed inept. Overall, a nice place with a great location, but room size and air conditioning could be better.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were tiny with terrible air conditioning for three days.
Service
7.0
The Aussies were very helpful in accommodating our large family in one of the dorms, but some days the cleaning staff seemed inept.
Location
9.0
The location was absolutely fantastic, close to Prince Alfred Park and just a 10-minute walk from Central Station.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was really nice with a reasonable selection of cereals, breads, and spreads.
Facilities
Nice facilities provided.
Caroline
United Kingdom,
February
2024
6.8/10
The hotel is conveniently close to the center and public transport, making it a suitable option for a short stay. The rooms offer basic amenities like an ensuite bathroom, fridge, and air conditioning, but the quality of the sheets might impact your sleep quality. The service is friendly overall, although there may be some noise at night. The location is great for exploring the city, especially being near Central Station. The dining options are limited but can help overlook the small private rooms in the hostel environment. Overall, it's a decent choice for a quick visit.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms provide basic amenities like a bathroom, fridge, and air conditioning, but the quality of the sheets made it uncomfortable to sleep.
Service
6.0
The staff was generally friendly, but there were instances of noise at night and a slightly indifferent attitude when asked questions.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location near Central Station is convenient for exploring the city and accessing public transport.
Dining
6.0
The dining options are limited, with basic offerings like cereal and toast, but they suffice for a quick meal.
Facilities
The hotel offers laundry services and tours/ticket assistance to aid in your stay.
James
United States of America,
February
2024
6.4/10
The hostel is conveniently located near Central station, providing easy access to eateries and transportation across Sydney. The rooms, although small for six people, were very clean and comfortable. The staff members varied in their helpfulness and attitude. The dining options were reasonable, with limited choices and early opening hours. Overall, a decent stay with some minor drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The room was small for six people but very clean and comfortable.
Service
6.0
The staff had a mix of exceptional helpfulness and one moody and arrogant member.
Location
8.0
Conveniently close to Central station and a short walk to the metro.
Dining
6.0
Dining options were limited with early opening hours.
Facilities
5.0
Clean
Limited dining
John
United Kingdom,
December
2023
6.0/10
The hotel is really basic and quite messy due to the overwhelming amount of stuff everywhere. The rooms are tiny and confusingly have a shower room and fridge in such a cramped space. The location is convenient, not far from Central Station and offers access to plenty of eateries and transportation options. The dining area is a bit chaotic with food scattered around different areas, although there is a variety of food available.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were very basic and dirty, not ideal for anything other than sleeping.
Service
7.0
The service was pleasant and reasonably helpful when issues arose.
Location
8.0
The hotel is near Central Station and within walking distance to an array of eateries and transportation options.
Dining
6.0
The dining area was a bit chaotic with food in different areas, but offered a variety of options.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were a bit messy but functional.
Convenient Location
Messy Room
Robert
United Kingdom,
November
2023
6.0/10
The hotel is situated conveniently close to the train station and Coles, offering easy access to eateries and transportation options around Sydney. The rooms, albeit small and with dated mattresses, provide a strategic base for exploring the city. The dining experience, while basic, offers budget-friendly options with room for improvement. The basement location with broken light bulbs may not appeal to all guests.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms felt cramped and outdated, with visible stains and uncomfortable mattresses.
Service
7.0
The staff were accommodating when I requested a room change, but the early morning noise from the cleaning staff was disruptive.
Location
8.0
The hotel's proximity to the train stations and grocery stores makes it a convenient choice for travelers exploring Sydney.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were basic but satisfactory for budget-conscious guests, although cleanliness could be more rigorously maintained.
Facilities
5.0
The broken light bulbs in the basement area detracted from the overall ambiance of the hotel.
Convenient location
Cramped rooms
Nicky
United Kingdom,
October
2023
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel exceeded my expectations, although the second room was a bit noisy at night. The rooms weren't as nice as I had hoped, but the location was great and the service was really nice and helpful.
Rooms
5.0
The windowless rooms were a bit noisy at night due to shared bathrooms, but my second room was fine.
Service
8.0
The service was really nice and helpful, although I had to borrow the next room's TV remote to turn on the TV in my room.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a central location, not far from the central station, with easy access to public transport.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was basic with just bread, Nutella, jams, and some cereal, but it was okay for a budget option.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers laundry and tours/ticket assistance services.
Kate
United States of America,
October
2023
7.0/10
The hotel had a few drawbacks, like rooms that smelled like cigarettes and were noisy facing a public toilet on the first floor. However, the en-suite configuration was convenient. The service was prompt, and included breakfast and airport drop off/pick up, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was quite nice, next to a huge park with a public pool and just a 10-minute walk to the central station through the park. The dining options were limited, mainly consisting of a loaf of bread with Nutella and jams on the table. Additional Details: Noisy rooms, En-suite convenience, Great location next to park, Limited dining options.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms had a noticeable smell of cigarettes and were noisy facing a public toilet, but the en-suite configuration was practical.
Service
8.0
The staff was quick to assist, pointing us in the right direction instantly. They were friendly and helpful, making our stay comfortable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a good situation next to a huge park and only a short walk to the central station, offering easy access to various amenities.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was mediocre with limited options, mainly basic breakfast items like bread, Nutella, and jams.
Facilities
Eric
United Kingdom,
October
2023
5.0/10
As a couple seeking basic, cheap, and reasonable accommodation with a touch of warmth, this hotel fell short on cleanliness and had many stairs, which can be inconvenient with plenty of luggage. The location, close to Central Station and the city, was a highlight, offering a nice place to hang out. While the dining options were sufficient but lacked variety, the hotel could be a letdown with inept service that came off as unfriendly.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not up to par in terms of cleanliness for the price paid and the location. Lots of stairs which can be a hassle with plenty of luggage.
Service
5.0
The service felt lacking and unfriendly, except for the young Asian guy and mature married Aussie woman. There was a general 'I can't be bothered' attitude when asked questions.
Location
8.0
The location was a redeeming factor, being close to Central Station and the city, making it convenient to access various places of interest.
Dining
5.0
Dining options were limited in variety, adequate but not impressive, which can be a downside for those expecting more choices.
Facilities
Christina
United States of America,
September
2023
7.8/10
The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic, being close to Prince Alfred Park and just a 10-minute walk from Central Station. The room and ensuite were excellent for the price, but unfortunately, the loud noise into the night was a major downside, making it hard to sleep with such a strong bad smell lingering. The staff in Sydney were incredibly friendly and helpful, although some services seemed shut down or disorganized at times.
Rooms
7.0
The room and ensuite were excellent for the price, but the loud noise into the night and bad smell made it difficult to sleep.
Service
8.0
The staff in Sydney were incredibly friendly and helpful, but some services felt shut down or disorganized.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, very close to Central Station and next to an amazing park offering plenty of sports activities.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a bit chaotic, with food scattered in different areas, although the air-conditioned room and complimentary pancakes at breakfast were nice.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good overall, offering laundry and tours/ticket assistance.
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