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Little Drifter Glebe

2.0 star property

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Living area
Living area
Rooftop terrace
Living area
Dining

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

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262 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe, NSW, 2037
  • Place, Blackwattle Bay Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Jackson Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Sydney
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private Queen Room

Private Queen Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Entire Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Entire Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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At Little Drifter Glebe you'll be 2.2 km (1.3 mi) from Star Casino and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Circular Quay. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Glebe hostel include University of Sydney and International Convention Centre Sydney.
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What's nearby

  • Blackwattle Bay Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port Jackson Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jubilee & Bicentennial Parks - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Sydney - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 6 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Exhibition Centre Station - 5 min drive
  • Jubilee Park Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Squid.inc - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Stitch Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Big Fish Bistro & Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Butcher and the Farmer - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kauri Foreshore Hotel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Glebe

As a guest of Little Drifter Glebe, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Little Drifter Glebe also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a television in common area. A complete renovation of Little Drifter Glebe was completed in September 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Little Drifter Glebe offers 54 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated entire property - September 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive smart lock details
Guests are recommended to download the property's Duve mobile app before check-in
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, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

VLA Glebe Hostel
VLA Hostel
VLA Glebe
Village Glebe Hostel
Village Glebe
The Village Glebe Hostel
The Village Glebe Hostel
The Village Glebe Hostel Glebe
The Village Glebe - Hostel Glebe
The Village Glebe - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Little Drifter Glebe?

Little Drifter Glebe offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Glebe?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Glebe on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$154, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Little Drifter Glebe?

The closest beach to Little Drifter Glebe is Bondi Beach (8.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little Drifter Glebe?

No, Little Drifter Glebe does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Little Drifter Glebe?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Little Drifter Glebe?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Little Drifter Glebe Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 133 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dain

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, clean and comfy bed, friendly staff, very quick to get back to your enquiries
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

juan

It was very good. I enjoy Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was super clean and lovely. Bathrooms less so (really needs some bleach thrown around more regularly).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Zhe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and easy to access
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elle Celest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The private room was very nice :)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable bed, clean bathroom, good hot water! A pleasure to be among young travelers in this hostel-type ‘Village’.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very busy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy, check in was seamless.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clive Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice stay, convenient and friendly. In two weeks time I’ll come back
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Taan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Unclean, noisy and very busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanja

Liked: Staff & service
The Park close by
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I stayed in a private room just for a night as I had an event. Great location. Very easy to get to and from Sydney Central. It's within walking distance to a number of cafes/restaurants. .
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience to stay at the hostel. Nice area and very cool people and staff. The communication with Atakan was very easy going and fun. Would recommend it to others :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like staying at this multinational hostel surrounded by happy young people. Thanks to Diana I was able to check in without a passport. Twenty four hour reception!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful, the room was excellent, the location is awesome; the parking was a breeze - especially for Sydney; and all for an excellent price. We wanted to extend, but unfortunately for us, they were fully booked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good management
Verified

8/10 Good

Letisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, easy to check in and out. It’s an older building so wear and tear to be expected. Ensuite room came with toaster, electric jug and mini fridge which was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning freindly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, quiet hostel. Staff really easy and friendly. Bit removed from the action but there’s a bus stop probably 20 meters from the hostel so not a big deal. Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda

Moved to another hostel due to water issues
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Room had a double bunk and two metal trunks under the bed. Floor looked like a crime scene photo. Unidentified stains etc Bathrooms were clean, staff were at their assigned places and friendly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is exceptionally friendly. Situated in a cute/quiet area of Sydney. A few cafes within walking distance but for a Coles/woolies it's a bit far. Beds were comfy and everything was clean. No partying/heavy drinking was going on which is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Property was ok, clean enough, check in was easy..during night was quite noisy and many people hanging around outside. Over 50 ebikes parked right out the front of the property with lots of people coming & going all night. As a single female traveller didnt feel overly safe.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff with clean shared space happy to be here alway there to help or have a talk with you, Atakan at the office!! :)