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A row of stacked front-loading washing machines in a commercial setting. - 790 on George Backpackers (Haymarket)
A bunk bed room with a wooden door, a curtain, and a wall-mounted light fixture. - 790 on George Backpackers (Haymarket)
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent corner entrance and a visible address sign. - 790 on George Backpackers (Haymarket)
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A commercial kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with a sink, and a trash bin. - 790 on George Backpackers (Haymarket)
Close to Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre, 790 on George Backpackers provides free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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Private Double with Shared Bathroom | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Private Double with Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a view of a building outside.

6 Share Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with a wooden door, a curtain, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4 Share Female Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A room with a single red chair, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Private Twin with Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a view of a building outside.

6 Share Male Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with a metal ladder and a single bed.

8 Share Mix Dorm

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a view of a building outside.

6 Share Mix Dorm

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

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A bunk bed room with a wooden door, a curtain, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4 Share Mixed Dorm

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Haymarket, a neighborhood in Sydney, 790 on George Backpackers is near a metro station. Circular Quay and Overseas Passenger Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Luna Park Sydney and Taronga Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Cricket Ground or Accor Stadium. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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790 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • A busy urban street with Market City buildings, a red bus, and pedestrians.
    Market City
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A theater with ornate architecture, a large blue curtain, and decorative lighting.
    Capitol Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A street food vendor grilling skewers at a busy outdoor market.
    Chinatown Night Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Paddy's Market
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • World Square Shopping Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Central Light Rail Station
    2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station
    3 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Great Southern Hotel
    1 min walk
  • KFC
    1 min walk
  • Chinese Noodle House
    2 min walk
  • Kura Japanese Dining
    3 min walk
  • Khao-Kang Maruay
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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

All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 10.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property's shared dorm room types are available to guests 18-35 years of age. Private room types are available to all guests. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian during their stay.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is 790 on George Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

790 on George Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at 790 on George Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at 790 on George Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is 790 on George Backpackers located?

Located in Haymarket, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall are also within 15 minutes. Central Light Rail Station and Capitol Square Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

790 on George Backpackers Reviews

7.6

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 351 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 351 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 351 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 351 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 351 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Chiyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This facility is best location in CBD Sydney. Very convenient catch light rail bus train all.also theatre, any restaurant around here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

??????

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation is basic and clean, great location. I will stay there again and recommend private room to others
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location . Clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great price. Very clean and quiet… considering the location!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Remo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent value for accommodation in the CBD. Excellent backpackers type accommodation. I had a double room with shared facilities, and it was great value for that level. Public Transport options literally at the doorstep!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Close to public transport. Close to shopping, dining and theatres.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Good price and location

Good price and location. Free breakfast is a pleasant surprise!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a great budget place to stay right near central station. Yes, its not luxurious but its all you need. They provided free breakfast too which was nice, although we were out too early to enjoy it. I would recommend for a budget stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Brady

Staff overall was great. Friendly and knowlegable. Location was great. The rooms were mediocre at best. Not the cleanest. Our towel had stains on it, and the sheets had hair on it. B It is a hostel so our
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and very helpful in the very short notice, check-in was easy and the room was perfectly fine for what I needed. Access to transport was easy (pretty much straight at the front door or not that far walk away) and food eateries are also close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt really have the breakfast but the staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean. Beds were pretty comfy for what you pay for and its just a few minute walk from central station as well which makes it so accessible. Theres a light rail just in front of it and another a few minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Thelma

Liked: Amenities
Centrally located and very close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything PLUS I could store my bag on site on my check out day- until 11pm same day. AWESOME SERVICE
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JUSTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this place for persons like me with tight budget. The staffs are very helpful, flexible and easy to deal with. Rooms and comfort is great with there cheap price, i like there free breakfast, Looking forward to come back. Thankyou George backpackers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

790 george backpackers

didnt realize it was a hostel till we got there but still had what we wanted..very close to train station and l line right outside the door..breakfast was ok..free hairdryer was good..have to pay for towel so bring ur own..i would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I stayed 3 days in a small room in backpacker hostel, shared bathroom, 2 bunks. It's pretty much what it says on the label. It's a hostel, so bring your own soap - and towel (or they'll rent you one). It has - Great AC Free breakfast. Free wifi. That good hostel vibe 15 minutes walk from ICC Darling Harbour, through interesting streets - Chinatown etc. It was quiet except for the rumble of trams. One thing - the address (790 George) is out side a convenience store who have no idea where the hostel is. Your have to go around the corner to Haymarket st to get in. Would I go back? Probably.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

li xiang

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A
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Jin

Liked: Cleanliness
staff is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. The staff were brilliant, very courteous!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything is excellent. I enjoy my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to all
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jonathan Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wlan woeks in some rooms pretty good, in others barely, exept for that i had a great time there and would go again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026