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 a short 10-minute walk of Hyde Park and Capitol Theatre. Also, World Square Shopping Centre and Sydney Town Hall are within a 15-minute walk. The property is only 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 Wi-Fi
  • 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
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Living plant wall
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
The current price is £65
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

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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 Single Bunk Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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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 Single Bed

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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 Single Bunk Bed

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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

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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 Single Bunk Bed

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 Single Bed

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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 Single Bunk Bed

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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 Single Bunk Beds

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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 Single Bunk Beds

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 Single Bunk Beds

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 Single Bunk Bed

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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 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

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
  • Crown Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 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

  • ‪Crown Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Single O - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Surry Hills Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paramount Coffee Project - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yok Yor Thai Food Factory - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Big Backpackers Hostel

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

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

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

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.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

  • Table football
  • Bike tour information
  • Discount at nearby fitness centre

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Co-working 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

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 100
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • 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 checkout can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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-authorise 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 on-site 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 on-site 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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Big Backpackers Hostel Reviews

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7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

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8/10 Very good

Very attentive and sweet staff! In a perfect location..
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, easy to get to train station and groceries. Easy access after hours. Comfortable beds. Reasonably quiet
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and staff were amazing
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8/10 Very good

Very satisfied. Great location.
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8/10 Very good

Hostel location was convinient.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were wonderful, it’s in a great location, and it was probably the comfiest bed I’ve had in a hostel. Would definitely stay again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a very good time staying here. Highly recommended
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8/10 Very good

Great location and stored our bags.
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8/10 Very good

I stayed one night in a double bed in a private room with private bathroom. The room was clean and comfortable. I could not hear outside disturbances from inside the room, other than at times when people were unlocking their rooms, as the door uses codes. Did not use the kitchen, laundry or common sitting areas (unable to comment on those).
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great. Location was great, near train, bus, restaurants and park. Lots of bike rentals in the area too.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and spacious. Exactly what I needed on my budget. Staff were very helpfully when I needed them, definitely a must try accommodation for those on a budge. Can't wait to stay there again on my next visit
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8/10 Very good

Internet was really fast. And staff was easily reachable even after reception hours
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service and friendly to late check in people
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8/10 Very good

The location is GREAT! You have a lot of things nearby including Central Station (easy to take a train from the airport and move around Sydney)
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10/10 Exceptional

Orderly & quiet location, centrally located. Staff were great & helpful
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6/10 Good

Room was average- 2 bed female dorm. The staff was nice. I didn’t like the bathroom situation because it was always clogged and the outside would get wet. The bed was comfortable but I hated that they didn’t change the blankets after each guest. The location is perfect for exploring Sydney, I walked almost everywhere. Pretty kool restaurants in the area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great backpackers in a great location. Everything in easy walking distance, or easy public transport options. We stayed in a double room, which was comfortable and clean. The common areas were also appreciated.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay

The staff is very nice and helpful. They work hard to keep the place clean. However, some guests were not very respectful in the shared areas (dirty dishes on the counter for hours, very loud music, toilet paper everywhere in the shared bathrooms). The bed was very confortable and I was glad to have access to a big locker. The hostel is perfectly situated to easily go everywhere on foot or by bus/tram/train. I would highly recommend this place to solo travellers.
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8/10 Very good

Good for the price

Booked a private room in the hostel. Was among the cheapest rates in the city. Good location. Cleanliness okay. Comfort okay. Nice staff.
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6/10 Good

I stayed in an 8 person room, but the smell of the men was so bad that I changed to a 6 person room the next day. It's close to the station and they have a movie and popcorn event every day. The staff are kind.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable. Age range higher than usual for backpackers, so not rowdy. Lots of books, board games, guitars(!) available for self entertainment. I am 81 year old female, and will certainly go back.
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4/10 Fair

The staff at check in was great, friendly and explained everything well. But I guess I didn’t do my due diligence to check what kind of hostel this is because it smells like weed at any time we enter the building. Also if you’re an old person and/or wearing hijab, people will stare at you if you walk through the main area so we just use the back entrance every time. We stayed at the family room with bathroom inside so it is okay but theres no soap i the shower. It did have hand soap dispenser so we used that. Overall if you know what you’re getting into, the price and location is great but i don’t think this is a place for a family.
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6/10 Good

I know I checked in after hours but still there should be a live person onsite to attend to customers. I called the after hours number and nobody was available immediately. Luckily a kind guy reached out to one of of the employees who was actually off duty to help me. The gentleman who checked me in was not supposed to be on duty but was kind enough to attend to my needs. The room I stayed in had plenty of items left behind by previous guests. It appears as if the rooms are not cleaned and maintained regularly. The bathrooms are okay. The hostel was convenient and okay for the one night. The rooms need to be cleaned regularly.