Nomads Sydney

Set 4-minute walk from Town Hall train station in the Central Business District, this straightforward, modern hostel is also a 10-minute walk from Darling Harbour and 3 km from the Sydney Opera House.

Ranging from private bedrooms to dorms with bunk beds, the functional units all feature luggage lockers, air-conditioning, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Some rooms have en suite bathrooms, while others share facilities. Wi-Fi is free.

Amenities include a 24-hour Internet cafe, a low-key bar, and a guest lounge with a flat-screen TV. There’s also a communal kitchen. Breakfast is extra.