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Big Backpackers Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel within walking distance of Capitol Theatre

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Big Backpackers Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Capitol Theatre. Also, Sydney Town Hall and International Convention Centre Sydney are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 4 minutes and Museum Station is 5 minutes.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Living plant wall
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY573
CNY630 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

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View all photos for Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

A room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A small, single-bed room with an orange wall, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Single Ensuite Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A small, compact room with two single beds, a chair, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Twin Ensuite Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Ensuite Room

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Double Ensuite Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

A hotel room with bunk beds, a hanging clothes rack, and a small desk.

Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 8 Share Dorm - Mixed, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a blue wall, and a window with curtains.

8 Share Dorm - Mixed, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 8 Share Dorm - Female Only, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a bulletin board, and lockers.

8 Share Dorm - Female Only, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a purple storage unit, and a curtain.

4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a bulletin board, and lockers.

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a purple door, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory with Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs only)

A bunk bed room with a purple and green storage unit, carpeted floor, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory with Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs only)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 2-Bed Shared Male Dorm with Ensuite (Ages 18-40yrs)

A bunk bed room with a purple and green storage unit, carpeted floor, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 2-Bed Shared Male Dorm with Ensuite (Ages 18-40yrs)

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 59 min drive
  • Sydney Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 15 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 22 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chat Thai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boon Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crown Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Show Neua Thai Street Food - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Palace Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Big Backpackers Hostel

  • Big Backpackers Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Capitol Theatre. Also, Sydney Town Hall and International Convention Centre Sydney are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 4 minutes and Museum Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property only accepts guests between the ages of 18 and 40 in dormitory room types.
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Foosball
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Discount at nearby fitness center

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Mixer

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 99099650914

Also known as

Big Hostel Surry Hills
Big Surry Hills
Big Hostel
Big Backpackers Hostel Surry Hills
Big Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Big Backpackers Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.

Is there an onsite casino at Big Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Big Backpackers Hostel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Hyde Park (6-min walk) and Royal Botanic Gardens (1.2 mi), along with Circular Quay (1.3 mi) and Sydney Opera House (1.8 mi).

What's the area around Big Backpackers Hostel like?

Big Backpackers Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Capitol Square Light Rail Station and 4 minutes' walk from Capitol Theatre.

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