Big Backpackers Hostel, Sydney, Australia | Photos, Reviews & Deals @Holidify

About Big Backpackers Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel in Sydney offers a range of amenities including a garden, laundry facilities, family rooms, BBQ facilities, luggage storage, a shared lounge, daily housekeeping, and shuttle service. Guests have praised the beautiful location, easy access to nearby shops and trams, warm room temperature, and friendly roommates. The hostel has a friendly and helpful staff. The atmosphere is welcoming with opportunities for socializing, and the kitchen is well-equipped. It is considered one of the best hostels in Sydney.

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only)

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This room has no capacity for extra beds or cots. Please note that this room cannot accommodate children under 16 years.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only)

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This room has no capacity for extra beds or cots. Please note that this room cannot accommodate children under 16 years.

Single Room with Private Bathroom

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This private air-conditioned room features an en suite bathroom.

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Location & Nearby Places

Surry Hills (1.3 Km from city center)

212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills

15 Nearby Attractions

Chinatown, Sydney

0.5 km

Australian Museum

0.8 km

Hyde Park

0.8 km

Powerhouse Museum

0.9 km

Darling Harbour

1.0 km

Queen Victoria Building

1.0 km

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Category	Facilities
Activities	Walking tours, Pub crawls, Movie nights.
Business facilities	Fax/photocopying.
Cleanliness & disinfecting	Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay.
Miscellaneous	Family rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Wheelchair accessible, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Non-smoking throughout.
Safety features	Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Face masks for guests available, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available.
Accessibility	Upper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible.
Bathroom	Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shower, Toilet.
Room Amenities	Air conditioning, Clothes rack, Carpeted, Iron, Safety deposit box, Ironing facilities, Heating, Socket near the bed.
Food & Drink	Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture.
Safety & security	Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Security alarm, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
Services	Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services.
Cleaning services	Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
Services & Extras	Towels, Key card access, Linen, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Lockers.
Common areas	Sun terrace, Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area.
Food & drink safety	All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation.
Reception services	Luggage storage.
Physical distancing	Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas, Cashless payment available, Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed.
General	WiFi available in all areas.
Entertainment and family services	Evening entertainment, Books, DVDs, or music for children, Board games/puzzles, Entertainment staff.
Pool and wellness	Fitness/spa locker rooms.
Outdoor & View	Terrace.

Guest Ratings For This Property

7.7

Based on 1869 Reviews

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Comfort

7.56

Cleanliness

7.67

Value For Money

7.96

Facilities

7.61

Guest Reviews

Samuel

young couple

10.0

Exceptional

Excellent

Excellent and specially the front staff are wonderful

Is all good and I have a wonderful stay.

Published on 04 Jan 2024

Oleksandra

solo traveller

7.0

Good

It was extremely cold in the room, and there was no way to regulate the AC.

Published on 03 Jan 2024

Fong

solo traveller

10.0

Exceptional

Good

Published on 01 Jan 2024

Marlena

solo traveller

7.0

Good

The room was very comfortable, the people at the reception were friendly and the living area was cozy

The stove was really dirty, sometimes the living area was a bit overcrowded

Published on 30 Dec 2023

Michael

young couple

6.0

Pleasant

You get what you pay for. Friendly staff.

Window in room cannot be opened.

Published on 29 Dec 2023

Geetai

solo traveller

8.0

Very good

Great location offering value for money!

Value for money and great location.

None

Published on 29 Dec 2023

Alexander

solo traveller

10.0

Exceptional

The big movie was a perfect tribute to the theme of the hostel. My gratitude to whoever set that up. The air conditioning attracted some very hot young ladies who wished to cool off. The guitar staff left for anyone to play were very much appreciated in the living room was a great assortment of streaming services with couches reminding me of a very fine 60's style gentlemen's club near the city that makes a killer ol'fashion. Overall a memorable time. If there were six stars in the rating I would rate it five stars in tribute to the five floors

Some primative patron decided to shower without the curtain closed and as a result turned the bathroom into Louisiana. Luckily the staff were onto it very quickly. Unlike other hostels the water didn't run out even during busy hours which was very refreshing given how cold Sydney can be to males not featuring on Hollywoods red carpet. Aircon was well regulated and cool.

Published on 26 Dec 2023

Erry

review category business travellers

8.0

Very good

My stay at the hotel was delightful, w/ comfortable rooms and access to a co-working space

- A knowledgeable concierge can provide valuable local insights and assistance. - In today's connected world, complimentary Wi-Fi is often expected

- A hotel that hasn't been updated in a long time may feel old and unappealing.

Published on 26 Dec 2023

Viole

solo traveller

8.0

Very good

Overall, not bad. Recommend

The staff was very friendly and the room was clean. They clean it every day.

Thick blankets were not provided in the room.

Published on 25 Dec 2023

Alejandro

solo traveller

7.0

Good

Great value hostel

The location: it is close to the center, just a short walk from the City Hall and 20min walk to the Opera House. It takes 45min to get to the Beaches (Bondi or Coogee). The rooms are spacious, with big lockers. It is more a Working Holiday Visa hostel than a Backpackers hostel: most people are hosted there for the first weeks (or months) until they find a job and/or accommodation and can leave it.

It got very expensive in the last week of the year, so it got empty of people. Some days it was too crowded and people are not always as respectful as they should be: noisy and not clean in the common areas (kitchen, toilets and living room). The staff does a great job to keep everything relatively good.

Published on 24 Dec 2023