Mad Monkey East Side
40 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross
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Why people book this hotel
“The hostel itself is also really nice and cozy, the location is perfect, right n…”
“Location, and i had the shared room basically to myself”
“The staff was really helpful with everything and very friendly”
“I really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and how welcoming the staff were”
“It also gets cleaned a few times a day, so no problems with that either”
“Great location, nice and clean and all the staff were lovely”
“The staff was great, the rooms were clean and everytime I needed something, some…”
“Nice staff, nice TV room and hostel events are a lot of fun”
“Good location right next to King’s Cross station, close to lots of bars and cafe…”
Overview
Mad Monkey East Side is all about location - right in the midst of Kings Cross with bars, restaurants & cafes all around. The Opera House & Harbour Bridge is within walking distance & the hostel is only a short walk from Rushcutters Bay park, which is a great spot to relax & take in the harbour views. The chilled out vibes mixed with party atmosphere means it's the perfect place to meet & socialise with other adventurers. All guests can enjoy: Ultrafast WiFi, Large Security Lockers (BYO padlocks), Tea & Coffee, TV room, Courtyard - ALL INCLUDED IN THE ROOM RATE With our perfect location, right in the heart of Kings Cross & a 2 minute walk to the train station, guests are sure to make the most of this beautiful city. Please Note: Our reception is closed on 25th December. You will not be able to check in or out on that date. Payment for all reservations made between 24th December & 2nd of January will be taken on 1st of December and are NON REFUNDABLE. If credit card is invalid or inefficient funds you have 72 hours to update your details otherwise your booking will be cancelled. We do not accept bookings of 8 or more people.
Traveller reviews
Lina
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
“It was the best hostel in Sydney”
I honestly liked everything about it. The staff was really helpful with everything and very friendly. There was something going on on everyday which I personally really liked. There was free food a few times a week and then also free alcohol and party’s where we also went to different things after, really enjoyed it. The hostel itself is also really nice and cozy, the location is perfect, right next to the train station and you can reach everything you need in a few minutes. It also gets cleaned a few times a day, so no problems with that either. I had a really great stay and would definitely recommend it!
Maria Clara
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Location, and i had the shared room basically to myself
Lee
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Made plenty of friends here. Was in ideal location.
barker
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
“Great hostel”
Great location, nice and clean and all the staff were lovely
Zach
extended_group
April 29, 2026
“Location was grand, facilities and people were great.”
Location was grand, facilities and people were great.
Lea
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
“My stay was convenient and well-organized, with a great location and everything I needed for a smoot”
I really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and how welcoming the staff were
Mailin
solo_traveller
April 24, 2026
The staff was great, the rooms were clean and everytime I needed something, someone was there to help.
Adam
solo_traveller
April 14, 2026
“Nice but a bit unhygienic”
Nice staff, nice TV room and hostel events are a lot of fun
Stefan Ivica
solo_traveller
April 7, 2026
“Great hostel, everyone is really nice”
Clean, comfy, good food
Luca
extended_group
March 12, 2026
“In case you expect a roof top - there is non”
Jake
solo_traveller
March 8, 2026
“Good for the price, a cheap budget option, fairly social hostel and spacious rooms”
Good location right next to King’s Cross station, close to lots of bars and cafes as well as Woolworths and Cole’s being a 2 min walk away
Sebastian
couple
March 6, 2026
Location was good.
Gisselle
extended_group
March 4, 2026
2nd time, I decided to stay at Mad Monkey in the Kings Cross area. Excellent location, all you can expect from a hostel.
Angela
solo_traveller
February 24, 2026
The set up was great.
Rosie
solo_traveller
February 7, 2026
Location
Forsgren
solo_traveller
February 5, 2026
The staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms are spacious and bright.
Tim
solo_traveller
February 3, 2026
had a lovely stay!
ANDREA
couple
January 21, 2026
The hostel team was great, professional, kind and helpful. They started a lot of activities to create a good vibe, thank you! They all put a lot of effort in keeping the common areas and facilities cleaned and tidy, which was pretty hard considering the huge amount of guests and the condition of the hostel. Good central location.
freideriki
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
The hostel was clean at all times, and the personnel was friendly. I would definitely recommend it :)
Maria Valentina
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Excellent Hostel with Top Location and Service”
The location of the hostel is excellent — it's right in front of Kings Cross Station, which makes getting around the city very easy. The bedrooms and facilities are great; everything you need is available. The staff are fantastic — all very friendly and kind.
Facilities
Activities
Entertainment staff, Evening entertainment, Movie nights
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Adult only, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Services
Laundry, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Vending machine (drinks), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
The triple room provides a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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