87%Wake Up! Sydney Central

incredible!!!! the hostel is in front of the main train station, it's big and there are a lot of things to do, walking tours, football mach.... incredible

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by Nirvan9575 – posted on Nov 26, 2008

2

Brilliant hostel, very clean, very comfortable and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Cant fault this hostel! Loved it.

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by helen16833321 – posted on Nov 20, 2008

4

great hostel! unfortunately we were in a room with long term people so it was nasty and dirty and not to mention got no sleep. great place to stay but try to make sure you're not staying with anyone that's practically living in the hostel. In our case, it was a group that partied in the room late... more great hostel! unfortunately we were in a room with long term people so it was nasty and dirty and not to mention got no sleep. great place to stay but try to make sure you're not staying with anyone that's practically living in the hostel. In our case, it was a group that partied in the room late into the night, goon bags everywhere and a nasty funk. the hostel itself is quite nice though. not too bad of a location either.close

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by Lejla8729 – posted on Nov 15, 2008

4

Very good but large hostel. Ideal if you are looking for a party in the city centre. Nice and clean and safe, if a bit pricey. Good place to start, meet people then move on!

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by tanya-k-o15259 – posted on Nov 15, 2008

6

This hostel is ideal for the right kind of traveller. For backpackers, and people in Australia on working holidays, services are exaustive. We felt too old to enjoy the social aspect, however, we appreciated the vouchers discounts and the impressive organisation.

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by marianagledhill9880 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

1

Not the cleanliest of hostels but a very big one and a lot of travellers looking for a good time. Side Bar (downstairs) always has something going on. Quite central but still a walk from most things.

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by scotthedog1988 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

6

great place but very small kitchen but well worth the money

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by tthackray7177 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

4

A little bit too expensive..there are others cheaper and good too

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by mariop – posted on Nov 12, 2008

1

recommend it to everyone

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by donnellyaimee4951 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

1

Great hostel, good bar, would definitely stay again.

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by tinfoil-tiaras18 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

13

Best hostel that I've ever stayed in. The reception staff remembered my name from checkin for the rest of the stay, there is a nightclub in the basement of the building, and the location was right in the centre and next door to the travel station.

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by kitbrennan90 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

7

great fun, great hostel

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by samduffy11309 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

2

Nice hostel but a bit too unanominous & very busy.

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by byrne8380 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

4

Best hostel I have been to yet.

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by irvine – posted on Nov 6, 2008

6

Wake Up was a great place to stay for a few days. It was a very clean hostel, the location was fantastic and the prices were affordable. My only concern was that I thought their prices for internet were a bit steep. AUD$2.50 for half an hour?? AUD$3.50 for one hour?? Other than that, great...

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by yiumun208 – posted on Nov 6, 2008

2

Excellent hostel! It seems more like a 5 Star hotel than a hostel when you walk in. The room was exceptionally clean, the bar was great but the food was average for what you paid.

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by joharitaylor – posted on Nov 6, 2008

1

I initially checked into a disgustingly dirty room (way beyond the expected 'you're staying in a room with 7 other people' kind of untidy) which really has nothing to do with the hostel staff itself. i went to the front desk and asked to switch rooms and was given a new room with no hassles.... more I initially checked into a disgustingly dirty room (way beyond the expected 'you're staying in a room with 7 other people' kind of untidy) which really has nothing to do with the hostel staff itself. i went to the front desk and asked to switch rooms and was given a new room with no hassles. Great. my next room was much better. i had a fantastic stay at wake up! hostel and would definitely stay there again.close

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by kaitlinmchenry6784 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

1

very large hostel, not that cheap either, but loads of fun and people, would probably stay there again

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by danieldittus9277 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

2

Why you should go: - Buzzing disco right in the basement - Very clean facilities - Right in the middle of Sydney - Cheap Why you shouldn't go: - Disco EXTREMELY loud. The walls in my 3rd floor (!) room were rumbling from the bass until 3 in the morning each night - Reception/Internet area... more Why you should go: - Buzzing disco right in the basement - Very clean facilities - Right in the middle of Sydney - Cheap Why you shouldn't go: - Disco EXTREMELY loud. The walls in my 3rd floor (!) room were rumbling from the bass until 3 in the morning each night - Reception/Internet area very loud and busy - No chance to open the windows Figure it out yourself ;-)close

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by christophhuether8303 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

I had so much fun! The staff are very helpful and the location is great. The bar downstairs is awesome too. Highly recommend it!!

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by mbounds – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

Very loud but lots of activity and people around

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by tezzuh8564 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

9

high recommended! excellent security and cleanliness.I'd stayed at 10 bed dorm. It is enough huge to hold a party =)

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by addnull – posted on Nov 1, 2008

6

friendly staffs and a nice bar. there are every facilities which U want such as a big locker, washing machine, telephone, internet cafe, clean kitchen and so on. Though the rate is a little expensive (there are a lot of cheaper backpackers in Sydney) I recommend it cause its high security and...

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by addnull – posted on Nov 1, 2008

6

Great hostel! Super clean, great day activities to meet other people, great night life and in its a fanatasitic location in Sydney! Only problem is that its maybe too big and can be hard to meet other people if your by yourself, yet the day activities the hostel does in the morning is... more Great hostel! Super clean, great day activities to meet other people, great night life and in its a fanatasitic location in Sydney! Only problem is that its maybe too big and can be hard to meet other people if your by yourself, yet the day activities the hostel does in the morning is fantastic to meeting people Its a must stay none the less!close

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by crazyboo9999 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

2

Excellent Hostel. Centrally located and a lot of fun. Lots going on so have decided to stay another couple of nights. This isn't the hostel to come to if you want a quiet couple of days but is excellent - one of the best I have stayed in.

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by paulbent – posted on Oct 31, 2008

9

This is one of the most enjoyable hostels I've stayed at. It was a great place to meet a lot of other backpackers. The only problem I had was that the water temperature in the showers would variate dramatically while showering e.g. hot to cold to hot.

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by TimLar5675 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

4

Really a good Backpacker Hostel fo a first week or more in sydney. But it's a shame that we cannot have a free brackfast for this price. The rest is really good.

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by adarm – posted on Oct 26, 2008

1

I was given a room on the first floor next door to the TV which was very noisy. My room mates were all around 18 and very inconsiderate and so I hardly slept over the three nights I stayed.On the second night I asked to be moved to another room and was told the only room they would move me to was... more I was given a room on the first floor next door to the TV which was very noisy. My room mates were all around 18 and very inconsiderate and so I hardly slept over the three nights I stayed.On the second night I asked to be moved to another room and was told the only room they would move me to was a private costing $98 per night. They also refused to refund days that had been paid in advance even although I was very unhappy staying there.close

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by okanem4863 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

3

good times, although if you did for any reason forget your key in your room it was very tough to get back to the right floor!! But maybe thats just for forgetfull people. the tours that emily put on were great - definitely check those out when you go. Enjoy. x

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by dhussey859929 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

1

To much mess in the dorm rooms. Everyone just don't care about their stuff and it's just all over the room.

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by christianbuch – posted on Oct 20, 2008

5

Lovely hostel to stay in but the kitchen is never clean and too small to cater for the amount of people staying there. Apart from that, its a top hostel!!

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by jessie-jess – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

Great location, about a 30min walk to Sydney harbour, across the street from the central station. Lockers in the room, i like that, bar in the basement, large kitchen and storage space....average staff because it's such a large hostel, they were too busy to get personal

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by jmcllgn832 – posted on Oct 18, 2008

2

Accidently left my stirling silver/gold watch in the mens bathroom on level 3, approached staff at the counter and found them to be unconcerned regarding this, apart from having a look in the draw at the counter they didn't even want to take a description of the watch or even my details?? very...

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by rachelandrew1740 – posted on Oct 17, 2008

1

We always enjoy staying at the Wake Up, it is our favourite budget stopover in Sydney

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by reinhardreading3187 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

1

All round wonderful with a great cafe, bar and travel desk, loved it!

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by jago2289 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

1

pretty good 3 night stay. bar in the hostel is good. only thing that was bad was the 2nd night, our friend turned his room key in early but was turned away by the night security guard because he had no key with him, even though he paid for the room already!

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by prelljo3303 – posted on Oct 14, 2008

2

The vey best thing about this place were the aesome people I met there! Apart from that, there's nothing really to complain about as it's a well organised, nice & neat place to stay; if anything, the kitchen could be open 24 hours and we had some trouble with people stealing food, but that's... more The vey best thing about this place were the aesome people I met there! Apart from that, there's nothing really to complain about as it's a well organised, nice & neat place to stay; if anything, the kitchen could be open 24 hours and we had some trouble with people stealing food, but that's not the hostel's fault. Side Bar was great fun every night abd the walks through Sydney and to the beaches organised by the staff were amazing! Thanks for a great week!close

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by eschmi – posted on Oct 13, 2008

5

Same positive stuff to say as everyone else. The tour desk is unreal - make use of it. Aly and the others who work on it are incredible and can give you advice on just about anywhere and anything in Australia. In all seriousness, possibly the best service of it's kind I have ever come across...

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by charlesdavidhanks934 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

1

high recommeded! very highly security with card key. a funny live bar in level B1. A private locker in room, however, is not enough large to keep a luggage. It just accept my backpack (60 Liter).

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by addnull – posted on Oct 12, 2008

6

loved this hostel - clean, friendly, great location, great facilities. will definitely stay here again!

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by mullinsh866444 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

10