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Little Drifter Glebe

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Entire Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Dining
Living area
Rooftop terrace

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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256 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe, NSW, 2037
  • Place, Port Jackson Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Sydney
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • 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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Private Queen Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Entire Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Female Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Little Drifter Glebe

A rooftop terrace, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and an arcade/games room are on-site. Bathrooms are shared.
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.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Little Drifter Glebe. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of University of Sydney. Free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a rooftop terrace and a vending machine
  • Just a 3-minute drive from University of Sydney and a few minutes from Star Casino
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 express check-in. A complete renovation of Little Drifter Glebe was completed in September 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hostel.

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

Express check-in 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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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

10/10 Excellent

juan

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

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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

8/10 Good

Dain

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Ria

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

6/10 Okay

Linda

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

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

4/10 Poor

Laura

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s no soundproofing at all you hear all of the noise. I was in a private room but every time the front door would open I could hear it which meant that my sleep was disrupted quite a lot. The dining services and common areas aren’t that nice either to be honest. I’ve stayed in quite a few hostels globally and this is probably The least exciting one I’ve been in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Zhe

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

4/10 Poor

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The "Online check-in to avoid wait times" is ineffective, as you still need to visit reception for manual activation of the electronic keys. Reception was unattended from 12:30 to 13:15, leading to nearly an hour of waiting, despite having already completed the check-in online. Additionally, the bed had crawling insects (not bedbugs, but similar), and the fridge still had a frozen cockroach inside, likely from a previous spill.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

isaiah

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Terrible

Despite being advertised as “pay at stay” my card was charged the morning of my stay. I then used the online check in that was requested “to save time at check in”. Upon arrival I was informed my payment had “failed” despite clear records showing the money had left my account, I was then charged a 2nd time before I was allowed to use the room I had already paid for. Reception staff were very unwilling to help me with this issue and would not allow me to check in without this 2nd payment. They even argued with me that I had not paid. The app I was requested to download also continually said I was not checked in. I tried to call reception multiple times throughout my stay and not once did anyone answer the phone. The desk is meant to be manned 24/7 and this is not the case for at least an hour there was no one available to not only me but many others trying to check in. I am also still waiting for Expedia to be able to contact the hotel in order for the refund to be paid to me and they are having trouble getting calls or emails answered to rectify this situation. I will never be booking this hotel ever again and will never recommend it due to this shonky practise of billing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Charged twice… prior to check in despite it being pay at stay. To be told it failed however money was removed from my account. Had to pay again. Still waiting on refund. No one answered phones all day and staff not available when needed, even though have been told it is a 24/7 manned desk. o line check in also did not work, had to download an app which also did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

Letisha

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique, but typical for the area - period mansions and grounds converted to range of accommodation, from shared/hostel rooms to private ensuite rooms. Full shared kitchen facilities available, but it's Glebe Point Road, so you'll run out of days before you run out of options. One cautionary note, if outside of an evening, the possums are so active, you're likely to be showered with tree debris... = )
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
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

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Took away my access to my room a day early not allowing me to stay the last night of my trip, had to stay elsewhere. Still charged me for the night when I raised the issue and went to get my belongings.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ross

Liked: Staff & service
Other guest noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yun Seh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I had booked an overnight stay for "Bed in Twin Female Ensuite Dorm" as appeared on my trip receipt but instead, I was given a room with two bunk beds that could fit four. And the rest of them are males (with me being the only female) when I asked specifically for a female-only room. Worst, one chap was hitting for me!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023