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Maze Backpackers

1.5 star property
Travelers challenge friends at the pool table or arcade games before stepping out to explore Sydney's iconic theaters just steps from this central hostel

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Located in Sydney's heart, Maze Backpackers offers a vibrant atmosphere with an arcade room and billiards table. Nearby are Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, a vending machine for quick snacks, and attentive staff.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Toaster
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Haymarket, a neighbourhood in Sydney, Maze Backpackers is near the airport and near a metro station. Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park Sydney. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Accor Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as surfing/body boarding.
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Map
417 Pitt St, Haymarket, NSW, 02000

What's nearby

  • World Square Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chat Thai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Show Neua Thai Street Food - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khao Neow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Boon Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chamberlain Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Maze Backpackers

Hostel near Hyde Park
Close to Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre, Maze Backpackers provides a terrace, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A billiards/pool table, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
  • A vending machine, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 200 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • 8 bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 35 per night); discounts available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 35 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Maze Backpackers
Maze Backpackers Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel
Maze Backpackers Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Maze Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

Is Maze Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Maze Backpackers?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maze Backpackers on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$100.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Maze Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Maze Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maze Backpackers located?

Located in Haymarket, this hostel is steps away from World Square Shopping Centre and Capitol Theatre. Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall are also within 15 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station and Museum Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Maze Backpackers Reviews

6.8

6.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.2

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 948 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 948 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 270 out of 948 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 948 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 948 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and close to public transport routes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. Alot of restaurant..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noticable an older building, but it's all in good condition and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Annisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and pretty clean toilet and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good basic clean rooms for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Henkie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was here some time ago and things are different but the staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Phoebe

Accomadation is very dated but the showers and rooms are okay to use. The atmosphere is a bit strange. I have seen others comment about the 'bitchiness' around by other guests which is quite accurate but not a reflection of the staff themselves. I would stop in again, as it is conventionaly located near shops including grocery stores. I was given a quiet room thankfully abd the ceiling fan was used religiously. I would reccomend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Cooperative staff quiet location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for. Decent accommodation and pretty clean. Staff are at the desk 24/7 to help. Quite busy and full of people.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Parking

They have a discounted parking deal with a parking site very close by which was very reasonable. Room with double bed small but you expect that in a hostel. Great location in Haymarket.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good central location to everything friendly staff property condition quite acceptable for what it’s age

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at reception were kind and offered various suggestions on what to do/where to eat around the area when I asked. The facilities were clean, quiet, and amenities are nothing crazy but offered multiple clean spaces to hang in. New to travelling and first hostel stay, honestly have no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Economic comfortable place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place to stay, good location, friendly staff. Only down side bathrooms were hot and miss with being clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. The perfect base for Sydney advemtures
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Miki

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was cheap and everybody seemed comfortable to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Calvin

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were fantastic, close to where i needed to go, my room was ok, decent for my first stay at backpapers.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean & close to public transport
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service
Warm staff and centrally located to everything this backpackers is no frills but perfectly adequate for a cheap fun trip to the city. Can be a bit noisy but otherwise was fine for a night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Remo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great value for the CBD. Room had power points, window, comfortable bed, a table/chair. Great for a back-packers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
With activities every night, it's a very social place, travelling alone means nothing here as you will meet people and have a great time. Note it is humid inside the rooms over summer.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Economy level achieved

For the price of the room it was very acceptable. Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was basic but did the job. Clean enough too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Curtis

Proximity to city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing..but showers/toilets was bit run down..rooms were bit smelly too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024