The Village Surry Hills - Hostel, located in Redfern, is a hostel that receives mixed reviews from its guests. Based on user feedback, this accommodation option offers both positive and negative aspects that potential guests should consider before making a reservation.
1/5
Safety index
89 out of 100
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The Village Surry Hills - Hostel
6.9
(880 ratings)
Sydney, Australia -
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700 m University of Sydney
2 km SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
2 km Sydney Town Hall
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
Location
Transit
Atmosphere
- Location: Conveniently situated near public transport and local attractions.
- Value for Money: Guests appreciate the affordability compared to other lodging options in the area.
- Friendly Staff: The staff is often highlighted for their helpfulness and friendly demeanor.
- Social Atmosphere: The hostel fosters a good social environment, making it easy for guests to meet new people.
- Basic Amenities: The provision of essential amenities, although basic, is generally appreciated.
Area for improvement
Bathroom
Sleep
Wi-Fi
- Cleanliness: Some guests have raised concerns about the cleanliness of both rooms and communal areas.
- Noise Levels: Noise can be an issue, with complaints about both internal and external noises affecting sleep quality.
- Room Size: Guests have mentioned that the rooms can feel cramped, especially when fully occupied.
- Maintenance Issues: Reports of maintenance-related problems in rooms and common areas.
- Wi-Fi Quality: Dissatisfaction with the stability and speed of the Wi-Fi connection is a common complaint.
Amenities
Kitchen
Game room
Free WiFi
Laundry
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
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6.9RateScore
Total 880 Reviews
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Blended Web Rating
6.9
7.0
booking
678 Reviews
6.9 / 10
expedia
202 Reviews
7.0 / 10
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Cleanliness was mentioned 97 times
47% Negative49% Positive
Reviews based on Cleanliness
ivano bonafè6 months ago
5/5
Ihad a wonderful stay at this hostel. It's not only aesthetically pleasing but also exceptionally clean. The atmosphere is delightful, and the facilities are well-maintained. I must also highlight the exceptionally friendly and competent staff, adding to the beauty of the overall experience. Their warmth and expertise truly enhance the charm of this hostel. Highly impressed and grateful for the delightful stay!
Renee Brokmeier5 months ago
4/5
I had a decent stay at this hostel in Sydney. The location was convenient, and the staff member Esma was exceptionally friendly and helpful. However, the facilities were somewhat dated, and the cleanliness could have been better. Overall, a satisfactory experience but room for improvement.
Hotel Quality
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General Info
Total number of rooms 42
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
13Download
87Upload
32Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
79 out of 100
Safe
Nighttime safety
53 out of 100
Risky
Sydney safety index
89
Overall Safety Index
Very Safe
An average rating of the six safety categories
89 out of 100
Women safety
Safe
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
73
Physical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
100
Property safety
Safe
Likelihood of theft.
76
Political safety
Very Safe
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
90
LGBTQ safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
97
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
100
34
Overall Crime index
Low
An average rating of the crime categories
34 out of 100
Property crime severity
Moderate
43
Mugging or robbery 28/100
Car theft 23/100
Car break-ins 31/100
Home break-ins 30/100
Violent crime severity
Low
33
Physical attacks 32/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 26/100
Other crime severity
Low
35
Insult or harassment in public 36/100
Corruption or bribery 32/100
Drug problem 46/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.6 - $3.1
Coffee
$2.5 - $5.2
Beer 0.5L
$3.1 - $7.1
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$9.3 - $30.8
Public transport, one-way ticket
$2.5 - $4.9
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$1.4 - $7.4
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$49.3 - $154.2
Bottle of mid-range wine
$7.4 - $18.5
McMeal at McDonalds
$8.2 - $11.1
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$1.9 - $3.4
Public transport, monthly pass
$123.4 - $175.8
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.1 - $1.5
Mobile phone monthly plan
$12.3 - $43.2
Fitness club, monthly fee
$27.8 - $98.7
Weather In Sydney
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Precipitation In Sydney
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Air Quality
Moderate
PM2.58
PM1017
27
Slight concern for sensitive groups. Most can continue outdoor activities.
Drinkable Water Quality
Poor
Water quality is very low. Consider alternative water drinking options.
Traffic around property
Moderate
Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.
House Rules
Check in after 14:00
Check out until 10:00
Children welcome
No pets, service animals welcome