Secret Garden Backpackers

Property class: 2
Adults-only hostel within easy reach of Hyde Park

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Secret Garden Backpackers puts you just a 5-minute drive from Star Casino and University of Sydney. Free perks include continental breakfast and WiFi. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Redfern Station is 11 minutes and Central Light Rail Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

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Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

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  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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243-247 CLEVELAND STREET, Redfern, NSW, 2016

What's nearby

  • Crown Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Technology Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 20 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 60 min drive
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 11 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 12 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 24 min walk
  • Redfern Station - 11 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 11 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Norfolk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blacksmith - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tany's Japanese Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sushi-mori - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ricos Tacos - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Secret Garden Backpackers

  • Secret Garden Backpackers puts you just a 5-minute drive from Star Casino and University of Sydney. Free perks include continental breakfast and WiFi. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Redfern Station is 11 minutes and Central Light Rail Station is 11 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8 AM - 8 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9 AM - 7 PM)
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property's dormitory rooms are best suited to guests who are ages 18 to 35.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free offsite parking nearby
    • Street parking available

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

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Reviews

Secret Garden Backpackers Reviews

6.8

Good

6.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!

Really enjoyed my stay here, it was comfortable, lovely and clean and it felt very safe. Free breakfast, and lockers in the room were a real bonus! I will be back!
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4/10 Fair

Sérieusement c'est le pire hotel en Backpacker où j'ai pu aller niveau propreté... On a eu des cafards dans la chambre, on avant rarement du papier toilettes, la cuisine etait dans un état épouvantable et je ne parle pas de la salle de bain du 2e étage...
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2/10 Poor

DO NOT stay in this place.

DO NOT stay in this place. ㅈ You will experience very warm welcoming aussie hospitality?!?!? from the managing one called Jackie. One night a boy stayed underneath my bed brought a girl in from the street, shared the bed, and woke me up in the middle of the night. In the morning of my check out day, I told her about it. IT'S NOT A CRIME' that one said, and asked me to leave the premises immediately. I complained about her irresponsible response and behavior, then this idiot called police and kicked me out. DO NOT jeopardise your safety over a few AUS dollars. 절대 이곳에서 숙박하지 마세요!
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4/10 Fair

Terrible flooring and small rooms Too many steps upstairs Very old buildings Good location Near central station
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4/10 Fair

Negatives: The bathroom was very dirty. There was beard hair in the sink for days and the water wouldn't drain away. Also tissue all over the floor. There is no lift access to the top floors. Positives: cheap price. Free cereal or toast for breakfast. Friendly staff.
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4/10 Fair

It has been 3 days since i left, no deposit for my key has been returned.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good staff and overall nice friendly environment. Lots of new friends.
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8/10 Very good

The Secret Garden Backpackers is found in a convenient location. A short walk from Sydney Central Railway Station. Parks, a council pool and Redfern Oval are close. A stroll along Cleveland St brings you to the local Coles Shopping Centre. There is also a wide range of restaurants to be explored along the street. Enjoy your stay in the area not far from the CBD
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8/10 Very good

Friendly and accommodating staff. Comfortable to stay for a couple of nights but would struggle staying long term.
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4/10 Fair

Ingen parkering alligevel og uhøflige gæster

Der var ingen parkering, selvom at der bliver reklameret med det.. Det er et faldefærdigt hostel, men man kan leve med det. Mange af de helt unge backpacker-gæster var sindssygt uhøflige og havde ingen form for respekt for andre mennesker...
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it!

Love it here, second time I have stayed and I wish it was longer! So clean, so welcoming, so friendly! Great location, comfy beds, kitchens and bathrooms are great especially the one by room 2. Will stay again!
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6/10 Good

Just ok

Just ok.
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8/10 Very good

Not too shabby!

It's quite clean and has all the stuff you need plus a nice garden which is also the dining area. Less than 10 min walk to Central Station or Surry Hills. Only minus for me was that the toilets were far away from our room. Otherwise no complaints!
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2/10 Poor

Close to central stn

The place looked nothing like its pictures. The rooms were never cleaned, they allowed noise to all hours which made sleeping difficult and had people sleeping in communal areas (tv room) that we’re not guests of the hotel. There are also a lack of bathroom facilities and inconvenienced by one guest breaking the sink in the downstairs bathroom which left only 2 bathrooms in operation, and lob waits to use facilities. Very disappointing stay, would never recommend anyone stay there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly

The staffs are very friendly ,and the location is good.
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6/10 Good

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8/10 Very good

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8/10 Very good

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10/10 Exceptional

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8/10 Very good

Free breakfast, can't complain!

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2/10 Poor

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10/10 Exceptional