Wake Up! Bondi Beach

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Voted ‘Sydney's Most Popular Hostel’ & 'Best Social Hostel in Oceania' at the 2025 Hostelworld HOSCAR Awards, a stay with Wake Up! Bondi Beach lets you live that iconic Aussie lifestyle. With oceanfront views of Australia’s most iconic beach, Wake Up Bondi’s location is like no other. But look beyond the epic views, and you’ll discover there’s even more to love. Like our open-air rooftop, where you can rejuvenate in the ice bath, sauna and complimentary yoga classes. Or our free surfboards and beach fitness classes. How about the coolest beach bars, a sun-drenched walk away? Get ready to soak up the unrivaled energy of Bondi Beach. The bits you love most: Epic ice bath and seriously spacious sauna Complimentary yoga classes and surfboard hire Exclusive rooftop with panoramic views (pinch me, is this real?!) Social nights, including Wine & Cheese, BBQ, Trivia, Bingo Night Brand new bunks with privacy curtains Ocean-view rooms That unexplainable Bondi feeling. The parts we obsess over: Keeping your shared dorms (3, 4, 6, 8 beds) & private rooms kept to the highest standard (the best bunks, the best housekeeping team) Finessing over the details Finding the right team members, so everyone from Activities Crew to Reception bring the Bondi energy Creating an experience that can be part of your story. Please see the House Rules prior to booking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Beachfront
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Sauna

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Sydney, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

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See what guests loved the most:

Max
United States United States
“Surprisingly clean. The rooftop is so cool and can’t beat going across the street to a world class beach. Also appreciated the activities offered.”
Cathryn
United States United States
“I loved the location and the people working were incredible!”
Rebecca
Germany Germany
“The location is amazing and the hostel offers lots of different activities to meet other people.”
Tiffany
Canada Canada
“The location was perfect, directly across the incredible Bondi Beach. Busses are accessible from across the street to head to other neighbourhoods in Sydney. Everything is walkable distance.”
Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were fun and helpful! Also allowed to store your bags, if you have a late flight etc. The rooftop games were fun and got people introduced to eachother.”
Dillon
United States United States
“The staff were incredible, the facilities were in good shape, the beds had curtains, the activities were all days but Saturday and they were fun! Free pool/pingpong table! Great location!”
Marina
Australia Australia
“Very central right on the beach. Great roof top place. Staff was friendly. Offer activities daily which is great! Bed comfy and privacy curtains - enough plugs in the bed and a light in each bed. 24 hour reception available”
Tyson
Australia Australia
“I had a great experience at wake up bondi the beds are firm and stable people were great the location was amazing kitchen was big, was nice and clean, and quite when going to sleep, there is a nice quite big sized locker under the bed to lock...”
Sarah
Australia Australia
“Very clean and great location for a quick stop over.”
Paygeen
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location right on the beach.. value for money.. staff are a hard case.. great people..”

Area info

Amenities of Wake Up! Bondi Beach

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Beachfront
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Sauna

House rules

Wake Up! Bondi Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that guests under the age of 18 cannot be accommodated at this property. This is an adult only property.

Please note that there is a 2.0% charge when you pay with a credit card. Credit card used at the time of reservation must be presented upon checkin.

The health and safety of our staff and guests remains our top priority at Wake Up! Bondi Beach. In line with the NSW Government and Australian Federal Government COVID-19 health advice, We are looking forward to welcoming guests back to Wake Up! Bondi Beach from the 1st February 2022.

Please note that guests under the age of 18 are not permitted to stay at Wake Up! Bondi Beach.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Wake Up! Bondi Beach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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