Azzurro Pod Hotel - Central Sydney - Surry Hills, New South Wales

Joana Z.

Azzurro Central Sydney is an absolute gem! The staff are incredibly friendly, helpful, and quick to respond to any requests. The location is super convenient—close to public transport, shops, and restaurants. The rooms and shared areas are clean and well-maintained. The self check-in process was smooth. Great value for money and a welcoming vibe—highly recommend for any traveler visiting Sydney!

Abigail T.

I’m only staying one night before heading to the airport. I have been staying in hostels for 6 years, and this one would be a tiny bit above average (been in a bit better, but been in a lot worse).

As other people said, no guest services in person but there are people available to speak to online 24/7, no elevator but really not that many stairs, the kitchen and dining area are VERY small and as pictured but the pictures are definitely old as it is not as nice anymore, free dinner and breakfast, very small rooms (like most other hostels), the rooms are clean but not spotless and precise (like most other hostels).

I can see how it can be a little dirty as it is very small, but again it’s an average hostel… you get what you pay for. The kitchen is CLEAN. and updated. the refrigerators are CLEAN. The dining room is tiny but clean. The bathroom is kinda old and small… but clean. Would i stay here for more than a couple nights? No… but would I want to stay in most hostels for more than a couple nights? not really. It covers basic needs, it’s not absolutely disgusting, it’s in a great location, and there are a lot worse options in Sydney (hostel wise) to choose from. No talking rules in the rooms, quiet hours, and no food allowed either (Great rules to have for a hostel like this one).

Martine

I had a fantastic stay at Azzurro Pod Hotel – Central Sydney! The location is incredibly convenient—just a short walk to Central Station and surrounded by great food spots. The pods were modern, clean, and surprisingly spacious, offering privacy and comfort at a very reasonable price.

The shared facilities like the kitchen and lounge were spotless and well-equipped, and I always felt safe with the secure entry system and 24/7 CCTV monitoring. Staff were responsive, friendly, and clearly committed to keeping the place running smoothly.

Highly recommended for solo travelers or anyone looking for affordable, high-quality accommodation in the heart of Sydney. Will definitely be back!

Neil P. C.

I recently stayed at a hotel in Central Sydney and was highly satisfied with my experience. The hotel was exceptionally clean, with spotless rooms and well-kept facilities that reflected a strong commitment to hygiene and guest comfort.

The staff were courteous, professional, and very accommodating. From the moment I arrived, they made every effort to ensure a smooth and pleasant stay, offering assistance with everything from check-in to local recommendations.

The location is one of the hotel’s greatest strengths. Situated in the heart of Central Sydney, it provided easy access to many of the city’s top tourist attractions. Iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, and Hyde Park were all within walking distance or a short ride away. Public transportation options—including trains, buses, and light rail—were also conveniently nearby.

Overall, this hotel is an excellent choice for both leisure and business travelers looking for cleanliness, comfort, and unbeatable access to Sydney’s main sights.

Juniebelle T.

Azzurro in Central Sydney was absolutely brilliant! The location is just incredibly convenient and accessible – literally steps away from everything you need. Getting around the city was an absolute breeze. The staff were super friendly, and the hostel itself was clean and had a great atmosphere. My top pick for a hassle-free Sydney trip!

Clarice S.

Had a really great stay at Azzurro Pod Central Sydney! The place was clean, comfortable, and super convenient—right in the heart of the city. The staff were friendly and made everything easy. Definitely a great spot if you’re looking for something simple and central. Would stay here again!

Clara M.

The hostel is fine. I got a bit worried when I saw such a low rating here compared to Booking, I had already made the reservation quickly on my break at work. Yes it's unusual that there's no front desk but they reply pretty quickly on the app and you can message any time. There's only a handful of rooms so it's probably not worth it for them to have on site staff 24/7. I would say maybe send out the check in link earlier maybe after check out time so there's about 4 hour window to be completed before arrival, rather than having people wait at the door with the luggage and getting concerned. Location is great and how many hostels offer free breakfast AND dinner? The rooms (mine at least) are a bit small and could use a table to put things down when getting ready especially if you're top bunk, a private light, and some shelves in the toilet to put hygiene and beauty products when showering. They have lockers but you need to buy/BYO lock. As for the cleanliness of common spaces, as someone who has lived and worked in a hostel for quite a bit in the past, people need to understand there's only so much staff can do, it is up to the grown up adults and carefree backpackers to clean up after themselves, people that don't want to clean up their mess should stay in a hotel. I just wouldn't recommend this place if you're looking to socialize and party as it's very small so not a lot of people to mingle but for me it worked great as I'm an introvert and appreciate quiet time especially at night.

Yannick S.

Hostel isn't worth it. The only good things we can say about it is the location and maybe also the breakfast as it is included in the price. But don't expect too much of the dinner, it's not really tasty and is delivered by a kitchen from somewhere else (always has an indian taste).
The ckeck-in is online and there is no one to help you in person at the hostel. Only after you entered the main building you are able to talk to someone via a iPad.
The common areas are way too tiny for the amount of people - only two tables for around 9 people to sit. The kitchen is also really small, like in a normal flat.
The bathrooms are also too less with 4 bathrooms in total so only 4 people can shower or go to toilet at a time.
The people are also really awkward, we had like a homeless person in our room who smelled really bad so we couldn't stay at this room. We reported this to the staff and they told us they will have a look at this case but nothing happened. We were happy when we finally changed rooms two days later because the hostel was fully booked.
Also the fact that some beds have the AC directly above it and it blows the air directly onto yourself. I'm lucky I didn't got ill because you can't turn it off or change the temperature or lower the fan speed. It's set to a standard and needs to stay on during all times, the staff told me.
We will never ever stay at this hostel because it's really isolating and not backpacker friendly.