Highfield Hotel
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Axel’s take

A practical budget base near Kings Cross, with uneven upkeep and comfort.

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Axel’s rating: 6.8/10 · a basic, hostel-style private-room hotel in Potts Point

Highfield is a basic, hostel-style hotel with private rooms, a shared kitchen and a handy Potts Point address. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded Sydney stay: Kings Cross station is minutes away, and recent Expedia and Priceline guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff and convenient location. Many also describe clean rooms, although the overall ratings are mixed rather than outstanding.

The compromises go beyond plain decor. Rooms can be cramped, many bookings involve shared bathrooms, and upper floors require stairs. Recent guests mention outside noise, while several Priceline reviews report cockroaches—worth weighing against the plentiful positive cleanliness comments. Check the exact bathroom and air-conditioning arrangements before booking, and organize late arrival ahead. We'd skip it for a quiet, spacious stay or if reliable upkeep matters more than location.

Rooms
Simple private rooms; bathroom arrangements vary, and upper floors are stairs-only.
Cleanliness
Many recent guests praise cleanliness, but several pest reports prevent an unqualified recommendation.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength; arrange late arrivals in advance.
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi and a shared kitchen; confirm air-conditioning for your chosen room.
Fees and surprises
Paid nearby parking; booking sites list a damage deposit, card surcharge and possible late-check-in fee.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Priceline. Reviewed Oct 24, 2026.

The location

166 Victoria Street, Sydney

Close to Kings Cross station, cafes and restaurants; convenient for exploring Sydney.

Amenities and check-in

Free Wi-Fi and a shared kitchen; confirm air-conditioning for your chosen room.

Check-in

after 2:00 PM

Check-out

before 10:00 AM

  • Restaurant
  • Airport transportation
  • Parking
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Laundry (extra charge)
  • Accessibility features
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Parking: A$25 per car per night; Airport shuttle (one way): A$14; Extra bed: A$35 per guest per night; Deposit: A$100 per room per stay; Early check-in or late check-out: A$20
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Highfield Hotel: from $156 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $156 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Highfield Hotel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Highfield Hotel is a basic, hostel-style private-room hotel in Potts Point in Sydney, Australia.

Address: 166 Victoria Street, Sydney. Property ID: 1397745. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/sydney/highfield-hotel-1397745

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/sydney/highfield-hotel-1397745/2026-11-21/2-adults

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$278$316 on Booking.com$38 less (12%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $156 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $245 USD

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3 nights

Total price: $334 USD

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4 nights

Total price: $423 USD

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5 nights

Total price: $512 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $601 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $718 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $835 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $924 USD

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10 nights

Total price: $1,013 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $1,107 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $1,201 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $1,295 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $1,434 USD

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Axel's take: 6.8/10

A practical budget base near Kings Cross, with uneven upkeep and comfort. a basic, hostel-style private-room hotel in Potts Point, scored for what it is.

Highfield is a basic, hostel-style hotel with private rooms, a shared kitchen and a handy Potts Point address. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded Sydney stay: Kings Cross station is minutes away, and recent Expedia and Priceline guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff and convenient location. Many also describe clean rooms, although the overall ratings are mixed rather than outstanding.

The compromises go beyond plain decor. Rooms can be cramped, many bookings involve shared bathrooms, and upper floors require stairs. Recent guests mention outside noise, while several Priceline reviews report cockroaches—worth weighing against the plentiful positive cleanliness comments. Check the exact bathroom and air-conditioning arrangements before booking, and organize late arrival ahead. We'd skip it for a quiet, spacious stay or if reliable upkeep matters more than location.

  • Best for: budget-minded city explorers; short stays near Kings Cross; travelers comfortable with shared facilities

  • Watch out for: small rooms and stairs; shared bathrooms and variable air-conditioning; noise and recurring pest reports

  • Location: Close to Kings Cross station, cafes and restaurants; convenient for exploring Sydney.

  • Rooms: Simple private rooms; bathroom arrangements vary, and upper floors are stairs-only.

  • Cleanliness: Many recent guests praise cleanliness, but several pest reports prevent an unqualified recommendation.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength; arrange late arrivals in advance.

  • Amenities: Free Wi-Fi and a shared kitchen; confirm air-conditioning for your chosen room.

  • Fees and surprises: Paid nearby parking; booking sites list a damage deposit, card surcharge and possible late-check-in fee.

Axel's opinion of Highfield Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Priceline. Reviewed Oct 24, 2026.

About Highfield Hotel

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 1-star hotel
  • 166 Victoria Street, Sydney
  • Guest rating: 3.5/5 on Google from 257 reviews (location 4.8/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Sydney Airport: 18 min by taxi · Royal Botanic Garden Sydney: 9 min by taxi
  • Hotel policies: Parking: A$25 per car per night; Airport shuttle (one way): A$14; Extra bed: A$35 per guest per night; Deposit: A$100 per room per stay; Early check-in or late check-out: A$20
  • Amenities: Restaurant, Airport transportation, Parking, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Common kitchen, Kitchen
  • Check-in from: 14:00
  • Check-out by: 10:00
  • City page: Hotels in Sydney

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Economy room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Single room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Triple room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard room (shared bathroom)

Standard Single room (shared bathroom)

Standard Triple room (shared bathroom)

Standard Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Single Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Triple Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Quadruple Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Quintuple Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Double Family room (shared bathroom) (bunk bed)

Standard Single room (shared bathroom) (single bed)

Standard Single Family room (shared bathroom) (single bed)

Standard Double room (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Standard Double Family room (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

Standard Triple room (shared bathroom)

Standard Quadruple room (shared bathroom)

Standard Triple Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Quadruple Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard Quintuple Family room (shared bathroom)

Standard room

Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Family room

Standard Single Family room

Standard Triple Family room

Standard Quadruple Family room

Standard Quintuple Family room

Standard Double room (bunk bed)

Standard Double Family room (bunk bed)

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Triple Family room

Standard Quadruple Family room

Standard Quintuple Family room

Deluxe room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

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