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Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney

27 Orwell Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sydney, Australia
See location+61 293 586 400
7.4
Good
based on 591 reviews
591 reviews
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About Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Situated just a five-minute walk from Kings Cross Railway Station, Jolly Swagman Backpackers provides guests with a convenient base when visiting Sydney. It is steps from Kings Cross.

The hostel has 46 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Staff are available 24/7 and can assist with booking tours and tickets.

The hostel's rooms are comfortable and offer a kitchenette that is equipped with a refrigerator and a microwave. A desk and wireless internet access can also be found in each.

Jolly Swagman Backpackers is within walking distance of Art Gallery of New South Wales and The Domain, and has a range of shopping, dining and nightlife options on its doorstep. Horizon Apartments and Elizabeth Bay are also within a 10-minute walk.

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Amenities at Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe
  • Microwave

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Services and conveniences

  • 24hr front desk

Reviews of Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney

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7.4
GoodBased on 591 verified guest reviews
7.5Solo
7.5Friends
7.4Families
7.0Couples

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7.7 Good
Pros:Conveniently priced and decently located for sydney travel.
Cons:Lack of lift,
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6.0 Okay
Pros:Close to public transport cheap food options at hostel spacious dining area/lounge
Cons:We booked online and they had no record of it. No luggage storage for larger luggage inflexible staff Dining room smells bad poor internet
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4.5 Mediocre
Pros:Good location
Cons:Poor Wi-Fi that by definition disconnects after 3 minutes, Mugs and cups require 1$ deposit. The stuff is not friendly

Location

27 Orwell Street, Sydney, NSW

What's nearby

  • Art Gallery of New South Wales0.7 km
  • St Mary's Cathedral1 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens1.2 km
  • Hyde Park1.2 km
  • Sydney Tower1.4 km
  • Pitt Street Mall1.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Building1.6 km
  • Circular Quay1.8 km
  • Sydney Opera House1.9 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art2 km
  • Darling Harbour2.1 km
  • The Rocks Markets2.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 9:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney

  • Where is Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney located?

    Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney is located at 27 Orwell Street in Potts Point, 1.7 km from the centre of Sydney. Art Gallery of New South Wales is the closest landmark to Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney?

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 9:00 AM at Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney.

  • Does Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney from the airport?

    Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney is 8.5 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Sydney is 132.6 km from Newcastle Williamtown.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to downtown

1.7 km

Nearest Airport

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Distance to airport

8.7 km