The Bat & Ball Hostel

Hostel with restaurant, near Hyde Park

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When you stay at The Bat & Ball Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Sydney Cricket Ground and University of Sydney are just a 5-minute drive away.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (2)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge

Room options

Mixed Dorm (6 beds) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Mixed Dorm (6 beds) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Mixed Dorm (6 beds) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Mixed Dorm (6 beds) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Wardrobe or closet
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dorm (16 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Wardrobe or closet
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Female Only Dorm (8 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Wardrobe or closet
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Female Only Dorm (6 beds)

Highlights

5 bathrooms
Wardrobe or closet
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
495 Cleveland St, Redfern, NSW, 2016

What's nearby

  • Crown Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sydney Cricket Ground - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hordern Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Entertainment Quarter - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oxford Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive
  • Sydney Macdonaldtown Station - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Central Station - 21 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 23 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 21 min walk
  • Redfern Station - 22 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bat & Ball Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Trinity - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bar Julius - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bourke Street Bakery Surry Hills - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Kentaro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Bat & Ball Hostel

When you stay at The Bat & Ball Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Sydney Cricket Ground and University of Sydney are just a 5-minute drive away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board

Freshen up

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number 41678202447

Also known as

The Bat Ball Hotel
The Bat & Ball Hostel Redfern
The Bat & Ball Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Bat & Ball Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Redfern

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Bat & Ball Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Bat & Ball Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bat & Ball Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Bat & Ball Hostel like?

The Bat & Ball Hostel is a short 13-minute walk from Sydney Cricket Ground and 13 minutes' walk from Hordern Pavilion.

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The Bat & Ball Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.4

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Very good

It was good , hotel staff were great
murray, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent! So friendly and helpful. Food and drink in the bar was very good and great value. The room was exactly what I needed. Would absolutely stay again.
Alex, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal spot to get to a footy game. Comfortable room and bed. Pub had a good buzz, reasonably priced grog and I enjoyed the food. My team lost but otherwise this place made it a really fun experience
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool
Kurt Ryan, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

keiran, 1-night trip