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Cheap Hotels in Sydney city centre
We've found 30 budget stays in Sydney city centre: hotels, motels, hostels and apartment hotels of 3.5 stars or less with a guest rating of at least 7.0. YHA Sydney Central is the most reviewed, with a guest rating of 8.3/10 from more than 6,900 reviews.
30budget stays
0list free parking
7.9average guest rating
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The 12 most reviewed budget stays
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Hotel · 3-star · CBD, NSW
Park Regis City Centre
- 10 min walk to centre
- Parking available
- Pool
- Family rooms
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Hotel · 3.5-star · Darling Harbour, NSW
ibis Sydney Darling Harbour
- 20 min walk to centre
- Parking available
- EV charging
Hotel · 3-star · Haymarket, NSW
ibis Sydney World Square
- 15 min walk to centre
- Parking available
- Family rooms
Hotel · 3-star · Darling Harbour, NSW
Kith Hotel Darling Harbour
- 20 min walk to centre
- Parking available
What to know about cheap stays in Sydney city centre
This list covers hotels, motels, hostels and apartment hotels of 3.5 stars or less with a guest rating of at least 7.0. Price bands move with the calendar, so we show live prices from our booking partner instead of fixed amounts. 6 stays are motels or hostels; the rest are hotels and apartment hotels of 3.5 stars or less.
Half the stays are within about 20 minutes' walk of the centre of Sydney.
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Good for, not for: budget stays in Sydney city centre
Good for
- Short stays where location matters more than facilities
- Solo travellers and pairs on a budget
- A bed before an early start
Not for
- A long stay with lots of facilities
- Guests who want 5-star service
Frequently asked questions
Which budget stays in Sydney city centre have the highest guest rating?
YHA Sydney Harbour has a guest rating of 8.9/10 from more than 5,200 reviews, the highest of the budget stays here with 200 or more reviews (checked October 2026). The Russell Boutique Hotel follows with 8.8/10.
Is there parking at budget stays in Sydney city centre?
8 stays list parking, but none in this list lists it as free. Ask for the nightly rate when you book.
Are there pet-friendly budget stays in Sydney city centre?
Yes. 1 stay allows pets, including Seasons Hotel ,Darling Harbour. Check the conditions with the property before you book.
Which stays are closest to the centre of Sydney?
Park Regis City Centre (10 min walk) and Siesta Sydney (10 min walk) are the closest in this list to the centre of Sydney. Walking times are estimates; your route may be longer.
Last checked: October 2026. Ratings and review counts come from our booking partners.