In the heart of Sydney, close to World Square Shopping Centre and Sydney Town Hall, Sydney Backpackers - Hostel offers a relaxed atmosphere with a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi or fire up the barbecue grills for an impromptu gathering.
World Square Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Queen Victoria Building - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hyde Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
International Convention Centre Sydney - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 25 min drive
Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 58 min drive
Sydney Central Station - 12 min walk
Exhibition Centre Station - 12 min walk
Sydney Circular Quay Station - 21 min walk
Town Hall Station - 3 min walk
Museum Station - 5 min walk
Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 7 min walk
Restaurants
Hungry Jack's - 3 min walk
Uncle Tetsu's Japanese Cheesecake - 2 min walk
Anjappar - 1 min walk
McDonald's - 1 min walk
Agora on Pitt - 2 min walk
About this property
Sydney Backpackers - Hostel
Sydney Backpackers - Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Pitt Street Mall. Also, International Convention Centre Sydney and Martin Place are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Town Hall Station is 3 minutes and Museum Station is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 30.00 per stay
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1 percent
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Backpackers Sydney
Sydney Backpackers
Sydney Backpackers Hostel
Backpacker Sydney
Sydney Backpackers Hotel Sydney
Sydney Backpackers - Hostel Sydney
Sydney Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Sydney Backpackers - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sydney Backpackers - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Sydney Backpackers - Hostel like?
Sydney Backpackers - Hostel is in Sydney Central Business District, a short 3-minute walk from Town Hall Station and 5 minutes' walk from Hyde Park.
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Reviews
Reviews
6.4
Good
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5.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
6.2
Staff & service
5.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2023
I stayed in Sydney backpackers hostel over 2 weeks. I have some friends. I had good experience.
Keiko
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 17, 2023
Did not return key holding deposit
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Oct 5, 2022
Sydney’s most disgusting hostel.
Disgusting hostel, one of the worst I’ve stayed in (and I’ve stayed in quite a few). Bathrooms were disgusting, with mould on the ceiling and puddles on the floor. Bunk beds were rickety and felt like they were moments away from collapsing. The stairwell reeked of urine. The dorm room was dusty, dark and smelly, with roaches. One of the toilets was missing a button, so that you had to reach into the cistern to flush it. I didn’t use the kitchen or shower. I checked out a day early because I just couldn’t stay there any longer. Just because it’s a budget hostel does not mean that travellers should be subject to such conditions. At least the staff were lovely. Unfortunately that doesn’t make up for the disgusting living conditions.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2020
Best backpackers ive stayed in bestvlocation best breakfast
호텔이 아닌 곳이 아예 처음이었고 혼자 갔습니다 총 4일 있었는데 첫날만 불안해서 체크인후에 어디 못갔지만 담날부터는 너무 편했습니다 이미 4일을 돌아다닌터라 더이상 여기저기 돌아다닐 것도 없어서 티비에 넷플릭스로 드라마도 봤습니다 사실 많은 사람들이 쓰다보니까 암내도 살짝 나고, 청결도도 그렇게 좋진 않아요(방은 누가 있느냐에 따라 달라요 저희방은 깨끗했어요) 하지만 직원들이 친절하고 여기저기 볼거리, 즐길거리를 싸게 예매할 수 있고, 수요일엔 타코데이/금요일엔 비비큐/일요일 아침엔 팬케잌 무료 같은 자체적으로 하는 행사(?)도 있어서 저는 정말 좋았습니다
The facilities were obviously very old, there were other patrons shouting very loudly well after midnight, the communal fridges looked very unclean and smelled like off food. Additionally, the elevator wasn't very efficient and took ages to move one floor, the other patrons wouldn't handover the use of the TV to anyone else. The bathrooms had no racks or shelves to place toiletries or clothes, and the bed was extraordinarily squeaky. As well as other roommates sleeping all day long, preventing adequate lighting and a sense of unwelcomeness.
the dirtiest place ive ever stayed in. the surface of floor in the dorm room and also the floor of stairways is sticky and oily. it's like it hasn't been mopped for weeks. I have always been keen on staying at hostels or backpacker hotels but this one really disappointed me.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2019
Cava
Certains personel trop aimable. Domage que le rooftop ferme tot
Youcef
Youcef, 13-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2019
Dejligt stemning
Meget venligt og hjælpsomt personale, fedt med flere arrangementer på hostellet.
God aircondition på værelserne.
Pæne rene seng der dog knirker lidt. Bad/toilet mere beskidt end hvad man ville ønske. Rejseguide på stedet der hjælper med at planlægge var en kæmpe hjælp, alt i alt en god oplevelse og en god stemning 😊
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 26, 2018
Not an enjoyable stay. Wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
Heath
Heath, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 13, 2018
The stay was okay. The room was clean and comfortable, only the showers and toilets could have been in better conditions.
The hostel is not bad in general and the washbasins iare too narrow and cannot put the face cleaner etc.
Look forward to have the frame or mirror box for putting the toothpaste and cup temporarily. Also, seldom tourists will go to flash after using toilet.
It is awesome that they are nearby the public transports and food restaurants. Wollies is near George street to top up Opal card.
Grace
Grace, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2018
The wifi didn't work.
Toilets were filthy & smelt like urine.
Showers were often cold.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Mar 1, 2018
Good location but that’s about it..
The staff were nice enough but the room and facilities were not that great, looked dirty and like they hadn’t been cleaned in a long while
Gross, dark, stuff room full of stuff everywhere and smelly people who are basically homeless people squatting. Never heard such disgusting gobbing/retching/snoring sounds in all my life. Dirty, smelly facilities too. And nice mouldy mugs outside the bedroom door. Sleeping on a plastic pillow is also not a nice experience. This hostel is a rip off.