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Big Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Sydney, a quick walk to Hyde Park

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Ensuite Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Ensuite Room

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 12.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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8 Share Dorm - Mixed, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Ensuite Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 14.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Ensuite Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room (Shared Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 12.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Hostel Room (4 Person) With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Bed In 2-Bed Shared Male Dormitory With Private Bathroom (Ages 18-40yrs Only). (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed In Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Ensuite Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed In Bed In 2-Bed Shared Female Dormitory With Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Double Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yod - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Single O - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yok Yor Thai Food Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Storehouse Sydney Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kiln - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Big Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Hyde Park
Located close to Royal Botanic Gardens and Circular Quay, Big Backpackers Hostel provides a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A foosball table, books, and luggage storage
  • Gas grills, coworking spaces, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and games
Room features
All guestrooms at Big Backpackers Hostel feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and kitchen islands.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and mixers
  • Toasters, stovetops, and freezers

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property only accepts guests between the ages of 18 and 40 in dormitory room types.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Big Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Big Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Big Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Surry Hills, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hyde Park and Royal Botanic Gardens. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Capitol Square Light Rail Station is only a 4-minute walk and Museum Station is 5 minutes.

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Big Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 363 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Very convenient and budget-worthy.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

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)
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Great location and stored our bags.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Location was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great service and friendly to late check in people
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Orderly & quiet location, centrally located. Staff were great & helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

The staff was very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Perfect 👌
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Booked a private room in the hostel. Was among the cheapest rates in the city. Good location. Cleanliness okay. Comfort okay. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

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.

10/10

Great stay although the bed frames could do with an upgrade!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

Good experience, great staff, good atmosphere. Property is a bit old.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

For a back packers it was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

The renovated bathroom presented well for safety and cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10

The staff were very friendly and helpful, and made sure that they were always available. Luggage storage is available at the front desk which was very useful, even after checkout. The shared kitchen is fully stocked and the common area is well maintained. Rooms are basic but practical, beds are a good size and linens are provided. Overall great place to stay for short or long periods
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Had a great stay in a clean Hostel that is a few minutes walk from Central Station and not far to the Opera House and Bridge. The Staff were very friendly and helpful and they have a bbq every Friday for $5. The only downside was on the M floor there is only a disabled bathroom between everybody on the floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10

Location was good as it's closed to public transport (train, bus & light rail) , walking distance to great areas of the cbd . The expected noise area as it's right in Central

10/10

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

Staff members were friendly and helpful. Appreciated the filtered water in the kitchen. Room was adequate but dilapidated, ventilation was poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

2/10

I booked single room and was placed in a dorm room was disgusting everybody was loud and inconsiderate overall I stayed ten minutes returned my linen and key and left to find more suitable lodgings and the manager even said that technically I was too Old to be staying there but he would “allow “ it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

I left my portable charger, they are willing to help me, thank them very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Location is close CBD. Room is tidy and clean. Staff are helpful as well. Just the tv is not working. Everything is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022