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YHA Sydney Central vs Shangri-La Sydney

Sydney Central YHA and Shangri-La Hotel Sydney are both rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Shangri-La Hotel Sydney ranks significantly better than Sydney Central YHA. Shangri-La Hotel Sydney comes in at 94 with endorsements from 14 sources including Jetsetter, Oyster and Time Out.

YHA Sydney Central
YHA Sydney Central
7 / 10
11 Rawson PLace, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $24 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
  • Kitchenette
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Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Technically a youth hostel, it’s also an excellent, centrally located hotel in a heritage building opposite Central Station."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Housed in a Heritagelisted building opposite Central Railway Station, this hostel offers panoramic views of the city from the rooftop and outdoor area."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A listed building transformed into a snazzy hostel with over 550 beds, which are almost always full, with spacious 4- and 6-bed dorms and private rooms (some en-suite)."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Near Central station, this 1913 heritage-listed monolith has been renovated to within an inch of its life." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"This two-pearl hostel in Sydney’s Central Business District sleeps 556 people across a variety of shared dormitories and private rooms." Full review
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Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Sydney
9 / 10
176 Cumberland Street,The Rocks, Sydney 2000, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $194 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Book a room on the 20th floor or above at this ultramodern landmark hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Circular Quay." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Towering above Walsh Bay from its prime position alongside the Sydney Harbour Bridge, this sleek hotel is the place for a room with a bird's-eye view." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Luxurious escape in the heart of the Rocks district, with a destination bar and restaurant, spa, and Sydney Harbor views." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"With sweeping views of both Darling Harbor and Sydney Cove, the Shangri-La Hotel Sydney is one of the most desirable hotels in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Take in stunning views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House at this luxurious, award-winning hotel in the heart of The Rocks district."
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