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790 on George Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel within easy reach of Circular Quay

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Located in the heart of Sydney, 790 on George Backpackers offers a vibrant atmosphere with conference space and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with WiFi, unwind near the vending machine, or explore nearby World Square Shopping Centre.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Luggage storage
The current price is $87
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

Room options

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Private Double with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double with Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Share Female Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Share Female Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Twin with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin with Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Male Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Share Mix Dorm

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Mix Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Share Mixed Dorm

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
790 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Paddy's Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 66 min drive
  • Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 13 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 17 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Outta Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chubby Cubby - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

790 on George Backpackers

790 on George Backpackers offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, University of Sydney and Star Casino are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is just a short walk: Central Light Rail Station is 2 minutes and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 282 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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
    • All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
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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
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

Working away

  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 10.00 per stay

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 20 2026 to July 3 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Elevator
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

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, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property's shared dorm room types are available to guests 18-35 years of age. Private room types are available to all guests. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian during their stay.

Also known as

790 George

790 George Hostel

790 George Hostel Sydney

790 George Sydney

790 On George Hotel Sydney

790 George Backpackers Hostel Haymarket

790 George Backpackers Hostel

790 George Backpackers Haymarket

790 George Backpackers

790 on George Backpackers Haymarket

790 on George Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at 790 on George Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at 790 on George Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at 790 on George Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 790 on George Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at 790 on George Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around 790 on George Backpackers like?

790 on George Backpackers is a short 2-minute walk from Central Light Rail Station and 10 minutes' walk from Hyde Park.

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Reviews

790 on George Backpackers Reviews

7.6

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms and amenities
Jan, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Staff overall was great. Friendly and knowlegable. Location was great. The rooms were mediocre at best. Not the cleanest. Our towel had stains on it, and the sheets had hair on it. B It is a hostel so our
Brady, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

excellent value for accommodation in the CBD. Excellent backpackers type accommodation. I had a double room with shared facilities, and it was great value for that level. Public Transport options literally at the doorstep!
Remo, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location . Clean and comfortable
Pooja, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a comfortable stay
??????, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The accommodation is basic and clean, great location. I will stay there again and recommend private room to others
Faye, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Didnt really have the breakfast but the staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean. Beds were pretty comfy for what you pay for and its just a few minute walk from central station as well which makes it so accessible. Theres a light rail just in front of it and another a few minutes away.
Sabrina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything good
Louise, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This a great budget place to stay right near central station. Yes, its not luxurious but its all you need. They provided free breakfast too which was nice, although we were out too early to enjoy it. I would recommend for a budget stay.
Heidi, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great price. Very clean and quiet… considering the location!!
JJ, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good price and location

Good price and location. Free breakfast is a pleasant surprise!
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent location. Close to public transport. Close to shopping, dining and theatres.
Roslyn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and very helpful in the very short notice, check-in was easy and the room was perfectly fine for what I needed. Access to transport was easy (pretty much straight at the front door or not that far walk away) and food eateries are also close by.
Sarah, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Centrally located and very close to everything
Thelma, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything PLUS I could store my bag on site on my check out day- until 11pm same day. AWESOME SERVICE
Gail, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend this place for persons like me with tight budget. The staffs are very helpful, flexible and easy to deal with. Rooms and comfort is great with there cheap price, i like there free breakfast, Looking forward to come back. Thankyou George backpackers.
JUSTER, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

790 george backpackers

didnt realize it was a hostel till we got there but still had what we wanted..very close to train station and l line right outside the door..breakfast was ok..free hairdryer was good..have to pay for towel so bring ur own..i would stay here again
josie, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is excellent. I enjoy my stay.
Randy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. The staff were brilliant, very courteous!
Maurie, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Basic budget accomm in a convenient location
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Ok for basic accomodation
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Perfect Location
Victor, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Central location and accessibility in all your needs. Only please provide power point in every bed to charge with our gadget. All is good.
Randy, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff are very friendly
Jurgen, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant location close to Central Station with a light rail stop right outside. The free breakfast was an added bonus.
Karen, 4-night trip