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Sydney Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers gather on the rooftop terrace for BBQs and relaxation at this convenient base in vibrant Sydney, where urban adventures await just steps away.

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Sydney Backpackers - Hostel is centrally located near World Square Shopping Centre and Sydney Town Hall. Enjoy a laid-back atmosphere with a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and barbecue grills for impromptu gatherings with fellow travelers.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Six Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ten Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ten Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twelve Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Eight Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twelve Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Four Bed Mixed Dorm

Four Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Fourteen Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sixteen Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Located in Sydney Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Sydney, Sydney Backpackers - Hostel is near a metro station. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Bondi Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Accor Stadium. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Sydney Town Hall in sydney central business district
    Sydney Town Hall
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Maarten and St Martin which includes interior views and shopping
    Queen Victoria Building
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park Sydney City; Shutterstock ID 421569712
    Hyde Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wet pavement reflection of the new International Convention Centre Sydney illuminated at night
    International Convention Centre Sydney
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Town Hall Station
    3 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station
    12 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hungry Jack's
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • The Edinburgh Castle
    2 min walk
  • HSBC Centre
    2 min walk
  • Uncle Tetsu's Japanese Cheesecake
    2 min walk

About this property

Sydney Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel near Hyde Park
A short walk from Sydney Town Hall and International Convention Centre Sydney, Sydney Backpackers - Hostel provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and a lift
  • Tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Separate dining areas, communal kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 per cent 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 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 30.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is 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

Is Sydney Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sydney Backpackers - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sydney Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Sydney Central Business District, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of World Square Shopping Centre and Sydney Town Hall. Hyde Park and Capitol Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Town Hall Station is only a 3-minute walk and Museum Station is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sydney Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

6.4

5.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

6.2

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 380 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keiko

Liked: Staff & service
I stayed in Sydney backpackers hostel over 2 weeks. I have some friends. I had good experience.

2/10 Terrible

Tom

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not return key holding deposit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kathryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Brisbane

Best backpackers ive stayed in bestvlocation best breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

e

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの方はフレンドリーで良い方達でした。6人部屋はとても広く1人1つ小さめのスーツケースが入る大きさのロッカーがあり良かったです。シャワー室の鍵が壊れていたり固定式のシャワーのため少し使いづらい所はマイナス点です。立地、安さ重視の方むけだと思います。
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is disgusting. There was a roach in the shower. The bathroom were so dirty I had to brush my teeth and wash my face in the kitchen sink.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Ewha, Korea

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
年末年始の時期で同日予約に対する値段は優しく、宿泊に費用をかけたくない人にとっては十分だと思います！ただ少しでも汚いことに慣れない人には辛いかもしれません。
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Haeun

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

혼자 간다면/2-3일 간다면 추천해요

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
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

女性1人でステイ

男女混合の部屋に泊まったが、女性が私1人でした。少し不安でしたが、問題なく過ごせました。キッチンなどの共有スペースは少し使いづらいですが、問題ないです。朝食が食べられるのは助かりました。料金は相場は分からないですが、私は安く泊まることが出来ました。
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
共通エリア、特にシャワールームやトイレなど水回りが汚い。もう少し頻繁に掃除をして欲しい。 また、シャワーの水が冷たい水しか出なかった。冬は寒いと思う。
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms disgusting, regular cleaning is needed. Noisiness from outside. Uncomfortable bedding.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

値段と立地がgood

立地は良い。しかし、先に支払っているにも関わらず、さらに払わされそうになった。部屋、トイレ、シャワーは綺麗だが、雨漏りしていた。また、窓が壊れていたため、ルームメイトが寒さで風邪をひいてしまい、寝込んでいた。
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

really disappointed

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Youcef

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

Cava

Certains personel trop aimable. Domage que le rooftop ferme tot
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

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 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Heath, Launceston

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not an enjoyable stay. Wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The stay was okay. The room was clean and comfortable, only the showers and toilets could have been in better conditions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

4/10 Poor

かちかち山, 日本・福岡

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

市の中心部にあるアクセス抜群のホステル

ホステルは市の中心部にあり、市内の主だったところには歩いて行ける非常に便利の良いホステルです。 しかし、残念ながら宿泊室、シャワー室、キッチン・ダイニングどこをとってもこれまで見てきたどのホステルよりも汚く、大抵のことは我慢できると自負してきた私でもここだけは一日も早く出たいと思いました。これはホステル側の掃除の問題だけではなく、宿泊者のマナーの悪さも影響していると思います。宿泊室に食料を持ち込んだり、食事をしたりすることを容認しているので、放置された缶詰やゴミ箱に捨てられた食べ残しから悪臭が漂い、同室の韓国人の女の子は、私がいくら寒い、外の音がうるさいと言っても、空気が悪くて気分が悪くなると言って、部屋の窓を一晩中全開にして決して閉めさせてくれませんでした。それくらいひどい状態でした。全ての部屋に当てはまるわけではないと思いますが、お勧めはできません。
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Staff & service

Near town hall and wollies

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
The wifi didn't work. Toilets were filthy & smelt like urine. Showers were often cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Lydia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ca passe

Pas la meilleure mais pas la pire
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

mina, ACT

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
受付の人が無愛想だった。 その人のミスでフォームを2回も書かされた。 キッチンにはカップが少ない。 部屋のロッカーも足りてなくって使えなかった。 シャワーは完全個室だったからまだよかった。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Em, Uk

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gross

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017