Welcome to Mad Monkey Coogee Beach – Our First Hostel in Australia! Get ready to wake up to ocean views and step straight onto the sand at Mad Monkey Coogee Beach, your ultimate beachside hostel in Sydney. Just seconds from the surf and surrounded by vibrant bars, cafés, and restaurants, our hostel offers the perfect mix of chill beach vibes and social energy. We’re known for our fun, friendly atmosphere something you’ll feel the moment you arrive. Whether you're after a cozy dorm or an apartment-style room with a private living area, we've got you covered with clean, comfortable, and recently refurbished accommodations. Our super friendly staff are here to help with anything you need, big or small, making your stay as smooth as the Coogee waves. Come for the beach. Stay for the Mad Monkey experience. Location Mad Monkey Coogee Beach puts you right on the sand at one end of the iconic Coogee to Bondi coastal walk a must-do when visiting Sydney. Stay in the laid-back beachside suburb of Coogee, where you can relax like a local while still being close to the action. Getting around is easy regular busses stop right outside the hostel and run day and night into central Sydney. From Central Station, you’ll have quick access to the rest of the city and greater New South Wales. We're also just a short stroll from the Coogee Beach Cricket Oval, minutes from Royal Randwick Racecourse (Sydney’s home of horse racing), and conveniently close to the UNSW Randwick campus. Activities & Events At Mad Monkey, we’re all about community and good vibes. We host weekly social events to bring guests together, with favorites like pancake nights, pool tournaments, beach games, and sports days. All in-house guests will get the lowdown on what’s happening during your stay, so don’t miss out!

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • FREE parking!


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Valmore
Italy Italy
Great position and staff is super helpful! Taty and Antonio helped me also with extending my booking
Paygeen
New Zealand New Zealand
Location is fire.. staff are chill.. place is a vibe.. great people.. home away from home
Mark
Philippines Philippines
Always a good place to stay especially if you’re fan of beaches.
Daniel
Australia Australia
Great hostel, friendly staff, nice facilities, great location and comfortable beds.
Jay
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The manager Tatty was so friendly helpfull and sweet also all tgmhe staff members were awesome too . Matty the maintenance guy was non stop on the move aswell taking great pride in his work . Thanks alot . Jay from scotland
Angus
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The place is amazing they make a good effort to make feel welcome
Harry
Australia Australia
Great place to stay short and long term. Such a fun social hostel and the team are amazing. Tatty is very helpful and Demi keeps everyone entertained running the event team I would recommend staying here any time of year
Siegenthaler
Switzerland Switzerland
I had an amazing stay at this hostel and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. The atmosphere was welcoming, the facilities were always clean, and there was a great sense of community throughout my stay. A special thank you to...
Charlie
Australia Australia
Really enjoyed my stay here. Great atmosphere and easy to meet people, which made it feel welcoming from the start. The staff were friendly and helpful, the facilities were clean, and the location was ideal for getting around and exploring. Had a...
Jones
Australia Australia
The family feel that the staff and guests created. I was initially reluctant to join because of the name, thinking it would be a mad house, but it isn’t. The staff are super accommodating (Taty, Ian and Matty to name a few) for your personal...

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Amenities of Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Daily housekeeping
  • BBQ facilities
  • Heating

House rules

Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 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.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. That's about $35. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
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 allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.7% charge when you pay with a credit card.

All guests must be over 18 years of age. Over 40 years of age and want to stay with us - no problem we suggest you book a private room.

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 Mad Monkey Hostel Coogee 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.

A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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