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Mad Monkey East Side

Hostel

40 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
11 mentions

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

Friendly staff
10 mentions

The staff was really helpful with everything and very friendly

I really enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and how welcoming the staff were

Clean rooms
6 mentions

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

Comfortable rooms
5 mentions

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 value
1 mentions

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

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Lina

solo_traveller

May 23, 2026

10

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!

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Maria Clara

solo_traveller

May 18, 2026

6

Location, and i had the shared room basically to myself

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Lee

solo_traveller

May 18, 2026

10

Made plenty of friends here. Was in ideal location.

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barker

solo_traveller

May 17, 2026

10

Great hostel

Great location, nice and clean and all the staff were lovely

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Zach

extended_group

April 29, 2026

10

Location was grand, facilities and people were great.

Location was grand, facilities and people were great.

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Lea

solo_traveller

April 25, 2026

10

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

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Mailin

solo_traveller

April 24, 2026

10

The staff was great, the rooms were clean and everytime I needed something, someone was there to help.

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Adam

solo_traveller

April 14, 2026

5

Nice but a bit unhygienic

Nice staff, nice TV room and hostel events are a lot of fun

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Stefan Ivica

solo_traveller

April 7, 2026

10

Great hostel, everyone is really nice

Clean, comfy, good food

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Luca

extended_group

March 12, 2026

7

In case you expect a roof top - there is non

J

Jake

solo_traveller

March 8, 2026

7

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

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Sebastian

couple

March 6, 2026

5

Location was good.

G

Gisselle

extended_group

March 4, 2026

9

2nd time, I decided to stay at Mad Monkey in the Kings Cross area. Excellent location, all you can expect from a hostel.

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Angela

solo_traveller

February 24, 2026

10

The set up was great.

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Rosie

solo_traveller

February 7, 2026

7

Location

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Forsgren

solo_traveller

February 5, 2026

6

The staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms are spacious and bright.

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Tim

solo_traveller

February 3, 2026

10

had a lovely stay!

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ANDREA

couple

January 21, 2026

8

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.

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freideriki

solo_traveller

January 19, 2026

10

The hostel was clean at all times, and the personnel was friendly. I would definitely recommend it :)

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Maria Valentina

solo_traveller

January 19, 2026

10

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.

Max 3 guests 10 1 bedroom0

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 08:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at this property. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Hump Backpackers in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that there is a 1% charge when you pay with a credit card. Please note this property will not accommodate group bookings of 8 or more adults.This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 9, 2024, 8:43 PM

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Mad Monkey East Side - 4 Star Hotel in Sydney