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Sydney Backpackers
2 stars

Sydney Backpackers

7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sydney, Australia
See location+61 292 677 772
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C$ 87
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 1657 reviews
1,657 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
C$ 87

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This hostel is located in Sydney CBD, only a few minutes from George Street. It is surrounded by a range of popular nightlife options and is minutes on foot from Town Hall Railway Station.

There are a variety of facilities on offer to guests of Sydney Backpackers, including a rooftop terrace, free Wi-Fi and an express check-in and check-out feature. Staff are available 24 hours a day and can book tours and tickets.

Rooms at Sydney Backpackers feature DVD players, hair dryers and showers.

Guests staying at the hostel can enjoy a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay nearby when looking for a bite to eat. A wide variety of cafés and restaurants are also found in the surrounding area.

Sydney Backpackers is close to Sydney's well-known attractions, with Hyde Park, Darling Harbour and Sydney Tower just a 10-minute stroll away. It has easy access to public transport with Central Railway Station within a 20-minute walk.

Rating
7.7
Good
Based on 1,657 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Sydney Backpackers

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

General

  • Lockers
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk
  • Key card access

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining room

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Sydney Backpackers

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Location

7 Wilmot Street, Sydney, NSW

What's nearby

  • Queen Victoria Building392 m
  • Hyde Park0.4 km
  • Darling Harbour0.5 km
  • Sydney Tower0.6 km
  • Pitt Street Mall0.6 km
  • St Mary's Cathedral0.7 km
  • Art Gallery of New South Wales1.2 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens1.5 km
  • Circular Quay1.6 km
  • Museum of Contemporary Art1.7 km
  • The Rocks Markets2 km
  • Chinatown2 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sydney Backpackers

Low season

January

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 59
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 35% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Sydney Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at Sydney Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Sydney Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Sydney Backpackers, plan to stay on a Thursday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • How long should you stay at Sydney Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Sydney Backpackers

  • Where is Sydney Backpackers located?

    Sydney Backpackers is located at 7 Wilmot Street in Sydney CBD, 0.3 km from the centre of Sydney. Queen Victoria Building is the closest landmark to Sydney Backpackers.

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

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Sydney Backpackers.

  • Does Sydney Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sydney Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Sydney Backpackers from the airport?

    Sydney Backpackers is 7.4 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Sydney Backpackers is 133.7 km from Newcastle Williamtown.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sydney Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sydney Backpackers in Sydney and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sydney Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sydney Backpackers.

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