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Original Backpackers

Kings Cross (1 kms from Art Gallery of New South Wales)

Ranked 17 out of 40 hostels in sydney

7.2
(523 reviews)

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About Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers is a rebuilt Victorian-style home with dorms and private rooms; and other remarkable amenities like a shared kitchen lounge area, a terrace, garden, game rooms, tours, and more. The all-day dining Resto-bar delivers delectable food that is difficult to refuse. Complimentary breakfast is served every day, free dinner is available three nights a week, and weekly BBQ and pancake brunches are available.

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

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    This dormitory room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.Large lockers which fit your backpack, privacy curtains, fridge, wifi coverage

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    Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

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    This dormitory room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

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    Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

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    This dormitory room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

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    Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroomnage (age 18-36 years)

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    This dormitory room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

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    Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

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    This dormitory room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

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    Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Max 3 Adults
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    This room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.Large lockers which fit your backpack, privacy curtains, fridge, wifi coverage

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    Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Max 4 Adults
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    This room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.Large lockers which fit your backpack, privacy curtains, fridge, wifi coverage

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    Single Room with Private Bathroom

  • Max 1 Adult
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    This room offers a private bathroom.TV,DVD player, fridge, kettle, free tea and coffee.

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    Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Max 2 Adults
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    This room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

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    Twin Room with Private Bathroom

  • Max 2 Adults
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    This room offers a private bathroom.TV, DVD player, fridge, kettle, free tea and coffee.

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    Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Max 2 Adults
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    This room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

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    Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Max 2 Adults
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    This room offers a private bathroom.TV, DVD player, fridge, kettle, free tea and coffee.

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    Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

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    Rooms are 28 square metres.

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    Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

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    Large lockers which fit your backpack, privacy curtains, fridge, wifi coverage

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    Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18-36 years)

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    Large lockers which fit your backpack, privacy curtains, fridge, wifi coverage

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    Location & Nearby Places

    Kings Cross (1.3 Km from city center)

    160-162 Victoria Street, Potts Point

    15 Nearby Attractions

    Art Gallery of NSW

    0.7 km

    St. Mary's Cathedral

    0.9 km

    Australian Museum

    0.9 km

    Hyde Park

    1.1 km

    Royal Botanic Gardens

    1.1 km

    Bar 83

    1.3 km

    Sydney Tower

    1.3 km

    Strand Arcade

    1.5 km

    Queen Victoria Building

    1.5 km

    Lorraine's Patisserie

    1.6 km

    Baxter Inn

    1.6 km

    Circular Quay

    1.6 km

    Cantina OK!

    1.7 km

    Sydney Opera House

    1.9 km

    Museum of Contemporary Art

    1.9 km

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    All Facilities for Original Backpackers

    Category Facilities
    Activities Live sport events (broadcast), Walking tours, Movie nights.
    Business facilities Fax/photocopying.
    Miscellaneous Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Designated smoking area.
    Bathroom Private bathroom, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Bath, Shower, Toilet.
    Room Amenities Safety deposit box, Fan, Heating, Socket near the bed.
    Food & Drink Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Vending machine (drinks), BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Tea/Coffee maker.
    Safety & security Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, 24-hour security, Fire extinguishers, CCTV in common areas.
    Services Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services.
    Cleaning services Dry cleaning, Daily housekeeping, Laundry.
    Services & Extras Towels, Linen, Towels/sheets (extra fee), Lockers, Key access.
    Media & Technology DVD player, Laptop safe, Flat-screen TV.
    Common areas Games room, Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area.
    Reception services Tour desk, Luggage storage.
    Entertainment and family services Evening entertainment, Indoor play area, Board games/puzzles, Entertainment staff.
    Outdoor & View Terrace.

    Guest Ratings For This Property

    7.2
    Based on 523 Reviews
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    Comfort

    6.96

    Cleanliness

    7.04

    Value For Money

    7.54

    Facilities

    7.28

    Guest Reviews

    Leah
    with friends
    6.0
    Pleasant
    A cheap place to stay if youre wanting a bed to sleep in and are going to be out all day everyday.
    I liked the social aspect of the property and the value for money.
    The room wasnt very clean and could do with updating. I understand its a hostel and you get what you pay for but the fridge wasnt cleaned, the bunk bed was mouldy and the bathroom had hairs etc still in there.

    Published on 02 Jan 2024

    Anika
    solo traveller
    7.0
    Good
    Good
    Seems like a really social hostel, theyve got lots of activities going on and free breakfast every day 8-10am! Good facilities and nice vibe in the hostel, good location.
    Stayed on NYE, ridiculous prices.

    Published on 01 Jan 2024

    Alexander
    solo traveller
    5.0
    Passable
    Passable
    Bathrooms were bit mouldy and dirty. Could install a towel rack and shelves, so I can find somewhere to place toiletries.

    Published on 23 Dec 2023

    Gall
    family with young children
    5.0
    Passable
    Passable
    There were boxes etc clogging up the walkways. Old beds / old AC units just lying around. Looked really untidy and not a good impression. There was a fan in the room which was good, but unfortunately it was 40' some AC would be amazing!

    Published on 12 Dec 2023

    Q
    group
    8.0
    Very good
    Very good
    Breakfast every morning Dinner on Wed & Sat good for traveller
    noise and small animal

    Published on 10 Dec 2023

    Debasish
    young couple
    5.0
    Passable
    Location very good. However, after 10 PM it was noisy.
    Not to our liking because options were very very limited and only once we available of out 6+days.
    Corn flex (only one type) and bread, that too again only one type.

    Published on 07 Dec 2023

    Sarah
    young couple
    7.0
    Good
    Overall we got what we paid for.
    Great location, great staff, great facilities
    Stayed at the private room with private bathroom, bed sheets a bit smelly and bathroom floor a bit dirty

    Published on 27 Nov 2023

    Ben
    solo traveller
    3.0
    Poor
    Cheap but not great
    Quite well located, nice to have breakfast provided (toast, Muesli, milk, tea, coffee).
    Not particularly clean, reception slow, toilets/showers often occupied, roommates doing questionable things.

    Published on 25 Nov 2023

    Miranda
    solo traveller
    1.0
    Bad
    Bad
    I had booked the hostel months ago and when I arrived there were no beds, they were oversold, I was up until 11 at night looking where I was going to sleep and they put me in a room with a boy because there were no rooms, nor was the experience horrible.

    Published on 22 Nov 2023

    Rory
    solo traveller
    8.0
    Very good
    Very good
    Staff was friendly
    A bit noisy out the front

    Published on 31 Oct 2023

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