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Jolly Swagman Backpackers

2.0 star property
Central hotel with 10 restaurants, connected to a shopping center, near Royal Botanic Gardens

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In the heart of Sydney, Jolly Swagman Backpackers offers a vibrant retreat near Royal Botanic Gardens. Unwind at the manager's reception, explore 10 on-site restaurants and cafes, or lounge by the nearby outdoor pool.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • 10 restaurants and 10 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool access
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • 10 coffee shops/cafes
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free parking nearby

Room options

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Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

3 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

4 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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2 Bed Private Room | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

2 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Refrigerator
Fan
Hair dryer
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
27 Orwell Street, Potts Point, NSW, 2011

What's nearby

  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Domain - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sydney Tower Eye - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 26 min drive
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 6 min drive
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 6 min drive
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 28 min walk
  • Kings Cross Station - 4 min walk
  • Edgecliff Station - 19 min walk
  • St. James Station - 19 min walk
  • Airport drop-off service

Restaurants

  • ‪Maki Sushi Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PIÑA - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Room Ten - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Roosevelt - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sapporo Miso Ramen Factory Sora - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Jolly Swagman Backpackers

At Jolly Swagman Backpackers, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Circular Quay and Hyde Park. You can relax with a drink at one of the 10 bars/lounges, and the 10 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. There are 10 coffee shops/cafes, a snack bar/deli, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Public transportation is close by: Kings Cross Station is just 4 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 9 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive lockbox information
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 16 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport drop off on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 10 restaurants
  • 10 bars/lounges
  • 10 coffee shops
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Free reception (select days)
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Cabinet locks

What to do

  • Private winery tours
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 40 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 3

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard

Also known as

Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Potts Point
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Pot
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hotel
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Potts Point
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hotel Potts Point

Frequently asked questions

Does Jolly Swagman Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Jolly Swagman Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is AUD 40 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 9 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Jolly Swagman Backpackers and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like 10 bars, an arcade, and access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Yes, there are 10 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Jolly Swagman Backpackers like?

Jolly Swagman Backpackers is in Potts Point, a short 4-minute walk from Kings Cross Station and 18 minutes' walk from Hyde Park.

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Reviews

Jolly Swagman Backpackers Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.8

Staff & service

5.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Solo

Not as clean as expected. Didn't have flat sheet for the bedding, and saw some bugs in the bedroom. Good that late checkin was smooth. The receptionist was not available in person until very late in AM, but she is very friendly.
3-night trip

2/10 Poor

cuando llegue estaba cerrado y fui al nuevo hotel que me indicaron y no tenian lugar tuve que dormir en la calle y al otro dia consegui hotel tuve que pagar 1100 dolares asutralianos solicito el inmediato reintegro de lo que abono
carlos, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location.
Veronica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

スタッフはフレンドリーで良かった
taku, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bacpackerseknek

Árkategóriájában megfelelőó, meglepően csendes, kiváló helyen (Metró, boltok, kocsmák és a belváros közel)
Gáspár, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay

Nice place for what it is. Very friendly staff
Larry, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

床單乾淨 沒有電梯 還是有些不方便
Si-Yu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

房間只有一隻小電扇 有點悶熱 沒有電梯 帶行李箱入住稍有不便
Si-Yu, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

La atención de los chicos en recepción es muy buena
Agus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

El hostel es muy tranquilo y las instalaciones siempre estan muy limpias.
6-night trip

6/10 Good

Location was great. Although the lack of air con is a big issue and everything’s a bit dated and sad. It could do with a spruce and lick of paint. Which they can definitely afford to do with the amount they charge, especially for the extras like washing machines and lockers. I paid an 8th of the price for hostels in south east Asia with better amenities and quality, And they felt like 5 star hotels. The WiFi was absolute garbage as well. It all feels a bit stingy, they really cut corners to save money, when they could do with air con, better WiFi (it’s the 21st century), electric locks, free luggage storage like the rest of the world.
Average, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

혼자 여행하다보니 저렴한 호텔을 이용하고 싶어 여기 감 조식도 주고 리셉션 직원도 매우 친절함 다만 킹스크로스에 있다보니 치안이 그닥 좋지 않고 조식 시간과 체크아웃 시간이 너무 이름... 이거 엄청 중요한 문제임 혼자 여행하는 여성분이시면 여긴 비추예요 한달 정도 있던 같은방 룸메한테 물어봐도 똑같이 대답함
6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Personnel super accueillant et gentil. Cuisine propre mais dommage que tout n'est pas à libre disposition (clés ou argent en gage).
4-night trip

4/10 Fair

I paid for a 2-person girls only room. I was placed in a room with 6 other girls and one of them handed her key out to anyone including men. It was a total mess
4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It's a backpackers, roughing it is a no brainer. Sam was super friendly, the rest was so-so. What was promised on website was not accurate, needs updating.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fint til backpackers

Super venligt personale. Havde booket ene seng i 12 personersværelse. Blev spurgt om jeg ville have en seng på 4 personers pige værelse, da han kunne se det var ledigt uden at skulle betale ekstra. Den gratis morgenmad var hvidt toast brød, cornflakes, smør og syltetøj. Da der blev spurgt efter mere brød 2 min før morgenmaden sluttede blev der sagt nej. Ellers super fin beliggenhed tæt på tog og bus :)
Chichi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Auberge de jeunesse agréable et bien située
Julie, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

최악임

5일로 결제하고 일정이 짧아져서 당일 취소후 3일 숙박하는 것으로 다시 결제 했는데 숙박안한 5일치 247.11USD 결제 취소 안해줌 당일취소이고 같은숙박이니 수수료 조금 떼더라도 숙박안한 5일치 환불요청해도 규정상 안된다고함 왜지? 같은날짜이고 같은숙소인데? 기분좋게 여행와서 기분 망침
sesil, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay for an affordable hostel! Well located and helpful staff.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great helpful staff, great location and good value

Great staff VERY helpful. Fantastic location a few minutes from Kings Cross and walkable to Opera House area.Botanical Gardens etc, or take the BRILLIANT Sydney transport system, limited to $16 a day anywhere. Great value for money, it is a back packers but everyone was really curious and it was not noisy. $20 key deposit, $1 for cup, but free breakfast, toast, cereal, tea / coffee worked well. If you stay 3 nights or more you get free airport pickup, put the trip back is not free but only $16.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Superb staff and friendly welcoming atmosphere, 10/10 👍
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Auberge bien situé

Auberge agréable, avec cuisine pour se faire à manger. Bien situé (25min à pied de l'opéra)
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Auberge Sympa proche du centre

Auberge bien situé, propre, où l'on se sent bien. Cuisine à disposition pour se faire de bon petit repas. L'opéra de Sydney se trouve à seulement 30min de marche. Attention seulement si vous avez une voiture, les places sont limitées à 1h de temps.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty good spot

Nice place, helpful staff, well maintained and clean. Quiet enough at night. The free WiFi is pretty bad and the free breakfast is bread and cereal and it’s only available from 7-9a. Otherwise no complaints. Great location too.
Carolyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sam the front desk host was amazing and so nice! We loved him. He made our stay fun. :)
1-night trip