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The Downing Hostel

Castlereagh Street 253, Sydney, Australia - Near major attractions

The Downing Hostel Sydney hotel sits an 8-minute walk from Market City Shopping Centre and offers luggage storage and a restaurant.

Location

Situated 1.9 km from WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, this hotel is just moments from Belmore Park. Guests will also appreciate proximity to the astronomical Sydney Observatory, which is a 25-minute walk away. The 2-star hotel is 2.7 km from the Massive steel Sydney Harbour Arch Bridge. The Downing is 15 minutes' drive from Kingsford Smith airport and in close proximity to Museum train station.

Food & Drinks

The restaurant Macchiato Wood Fire Pizza & Coffee Roastery is situated an 8-minute stroll from this property.

Why choose The Downing Hostel Sydney

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  • Happy Hour with $6 drinks

  • Shared dorms with fans

  • Free WiFi throughout hostel

  • Short train ride from Airport

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  • Parking

Property services

  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining options

  • Restaurant

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