Title: Little Drifter Surry Hills Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Little Drifter Surry Hills Travelers relax on the sun-drenched terrace or enjoy friendly competition in the arcade room after shopping excursions to nearby World Square Shopping Centre. ## Photo gallery for Little Drifter Surry Hills ![Terrace/patio - Little Drifter Surry Hills (Redfern)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629574/f9fb3624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Little Drifter Surry Hills (Redfern)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629574/c38128cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Gym - Little Drifter Surry Hills (Redfern)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629574/73fb8475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Little Drifter Surry Hills (Redfern)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629574/30de19ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Little Drifter Surry Hills (Redfern)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629600/9629574/7a433fca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Star Casino, The Village Surry Hills - Hostel features a spacious terrace, garden, arcade/game room, and in-room WiFi. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSydney-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Surry-Hills.h9629574.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSydney-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Surry-Hills.h9629574.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-33.88943%2C151.20393&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bXbJJ0PcR_QGxPBACy0UspSwAls=) 207 Cleveland Street, Redfern, NSW, 2010 #### What's nearby - University of Technology Sydney \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - University of Sydney \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - World Square Shopping Centre \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - International Convention Centre Sydney \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Hyde Park \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 km #### Getting around - Sydney Redfern Station - 8 min walk - Redfern Station - 8 min walk - Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Redfern - ‬6 min walk - ‪The Lord Gladstone Hotel - ‬5 min walk - ‪Nookie Coffee - ‬4 min walk - ‪Woolpack Hotel - ‬6 min walk - ‪Henry Lee's Redfern - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Little Drifter Surry Hills Hostel near University of Sydney Located close to Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre, Little Drifter Surry Hills provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills - Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and luggage storage - Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition Room features All guestrooms at Little Drifter Surry Hills feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Shared kitchen access ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Shared accommodations ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[203 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010, Australia\] Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Parties and events are allowed on site Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as VLA Surry Hills Hostel VLA Hostel VLA Surry Hills Village Surry Hills Hostel Village Surry Hills Alfred Park Hotel Sydney The Village Surry Hills The Village Surry Hills Hostel Little Drifter Surry Hills Redfern Little Drifter Surry Hills Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Little Drifter Surry Hills pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Surry Hills? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Little Drifter Surry Hills? ### What time is check-out at Little Drifter Surry Hills? ### Where is Little Drifter Surry Hills located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Little Drifter Surry Hills Reviews 7.2 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 7.0 Eco-friendliness ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 56 8 - Good 99 6 - Okay 44 4 - Poor 17 2 - Terrible 25 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jannelle Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Large family friendly clean and tidy relaxed atmosphere perfect for pit stop ##### Jannelle Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie Mar 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location, nice property, & friendly staff Easy walk to train station. The room was nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended. ##### Jamie Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Modern backpacker accomodation I booked this at the last minute for our family of 4\. I see this as a modern day take on a backpackers. We stayed in a private 4-bed (2 bunk) dorm, including a private bathroom. Everything was clean, modern and looked to be a new. There were outdoor areas, room keys were managed within an app (super easy), and staff were friendly. The location is great, about a 10 minute walk from Central or Redfern stations. There are plenty of e-bikes to hire which makes the trip back to the CBD fast and fun. Just don't confuse the private 4-bed dorm for a private queen room - you still need to BYO towel, or buy one at the reception. ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erlend Dec 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hostel. Amazing staff, especially Bea! ##### Erlend Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Ema Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I like the place, convenient to the city, place is nice and clean.Staff is amazing, definitely recommended. :) ##### Ema Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beniamin Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay for me! Location is prime, very clean and well equipped hostel! Big 'Thank You' to Paula the best receptionist in the hostel - so helpful and super efficient! Really good place to stay in Sydney! ##### Beniamin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gabriel Aug 18, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Property was well managed and in a convenient location. Stayed one night in a double room. I would stay again. ##### Gabriel Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unique and quirky little complex. Clean and secure, quiet at night. Private ensuite room was exactly what I needed; aircon and bedding very decent. ##### michael Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beniamin Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best hostel in Sydney with super efficient and helpful staff! Thanks! ##### Beniamin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Oct 16, 2023 Helpful staff ##### William Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sara Oct 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Maya the receptionist was very friendly. She went out of her way to swap me to another room because I had a bad back. I was very happy I did not have to sleep on the top bunk bed. ##### Sara Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Virginia Nov 3, 2023 Liked: Staff & service #### Ok For the price we paid, we had a great stay in Sydney, so this place offers great value for money if you want a private room. The kitchen was too small for cooking in and the communal areas weren’t the cleanest. The bed wasn’t amazingly comfy. The local area is great, lots of cafes and restaurants. Overall, good value for money but not the best. ##### Virginia Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Marco Jan 2, 2026 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Room not clean. Digital key not working. No hot water from the faucet. ##### Marco Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Liam Aug 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Everyone very friendly ##### Liam Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel Jun 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities very nice and accomadating ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/840ac9ca-185f-41f5-a68b-861683aeda88-1749187780256.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Adrian Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Little Drifters don't say so on their website, but they require you have a smartphone and download an application for door access. They don't use FOBs or keys. I booked without knowledge of this (I use a distraction-free flip-phone), and was given numeric codes for the door locks. This always worked for my room's door, but rarely worked for the property's front door. ##### Adrian Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Kind and welcoming receptionists. Unique vibe. Comfortable and secluded room. Exceptional location. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6fe20985-7c2d-4ccd-9887-6a988886fba7-1748153879903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Melanie Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beniamin Sep 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay ##### Beniamin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Supun Jun 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place ##### Supun Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beniamin Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hostel ##### Beniamin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Drew Feb 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice property, well located. ##### Drew Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Roy Jan 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Was good ##### Roy Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beniamin Sep 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good price for what you get here also nice atmosphere! Worth every penny! ##### Beniamin Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### A Jul 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Awesome spot This is a great hostel. Safe, clean and quiet and really close to everything I needed. An easy walk to the station to get to the airport too. Definitely worth it! ##### A Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Freyja Jul 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, clean, staff were friendly and helpful. Only down side was that the room I was in was opposite the 24 hour kitchen which meant it was noisy during the night. ##### Freyja Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Rydges Australia Square](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Tank-Stream.h11718621.Hotel-Information) > > [Little National Hotel Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Little-National-Hotel-Sydney.h54032015.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Kent Street, Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Kent-Street.h19290784.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Hinton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hinton-Hotels.d180429.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Shangri-La Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Shangri-La-Sydney.h11974.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Sydney Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Sydney-Airport.h38420088.Hotel-Information) > > [SKYE Suites Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-SKYE-Suites-Sydney.h24507540.Hotel-Information) > > [Meriton Suites Sussex Street](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Meriton-Suites-Sussex-Street.h25019183.Hotel-Information) > > [PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-PARKROYAL-Darling-Harbour.h22576.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Hilton-Sydney.h16892.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Sydney-Hyde-Park.h4807.Hotel-Information) > > [Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Amora-Hotel-Jamison-Sydney.h454969.Hotel-Information) > > [Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Sydney-Harbour-Marriott-Hotel-At-Circular-Quay.h18811.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-InterContinental-Sydney-Coogee-Beach-By-IHG.h1747.Hotel-Information) > > [YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-YEHS-Hotel-Sydney-Harbour-Suites.h426104.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel Sydney Wentworth](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Sofitel-Sydney-Wentworth.h426577.Hotel-Information) > > [The Grace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Grace-Hotel.h460380.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points By Sheraton Sydney, Central Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Sydney.h24101534.Hotel-Information) > > [Sydney Harbour Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Rydges-Sydney-Harbour.h16764.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Sydney.h15886.Hotel-Information) > > [Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Rydges-Sydney-Airport-Hotel.h5932305.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/mco/montreal-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Punjab (ISB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/isb/toronto-to-islamabad) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yeg/vancouver-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Aluva (COK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cok/toronto-to-cochin) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Rome (FCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/fco/vancouver-to-rome) ### Cars ### Packages