Original Backpackers

2 stars
160-162 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW 2011, Australia
Sydney, Australia
7.2
Good
based on 918 reviews
918 reviews
Wed 22.10
-
Thu 23.10
1 room, 2 guests
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₪239
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
₪239
Standard room
₪259
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Overview

Hostel with free breakfast, near Sydney Tower Eye This hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, an arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. Original Backpackers offers 41 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and safes. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
7.2
Good rating
Based on 918 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Original Backpackers

Wed 22.10
Thu 23.10
Double room
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₪239
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₪252
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₪265
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Standard room
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₪259
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Original Backpackers

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Game room

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • DVD player

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Indoor play area

Reviews of Original Backpackers

7.2
Good
918 verified ratings
Wonderful
207
Very good
149
Good
201
Okay
113
Fair
110
Mediocre
52
Poor
86

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Location

160-162 Victoria Street, Sydney, NSW 2011

What's nearby

  • Kings Cross148 m
  • St Mary's Cathedral0.9 km
  • Hyde Park1.1 km
  • Sydney Tower1.3 km
  • George Street1.5 km
  • Circular Quay1.7 km
  • Sydney Opera House1.9 km
  • Darling Harbour2 km
  • Sydney Cricket Ground2.1 km
  • Australian National Maritime Museum2.2 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge2.5 km
  • Star Casino2.7 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Original Backpackers

  • How long should you stay at Original Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Original Backpackers

  • Where is Original Backpackers located?

    Original Backpackers is located at 160-162 Victoria Street in Potts Point, 1.5 km from the center of Sydney. Kings Cross is the closest landmark to Original Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Original Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Original Backpackers.

  • Does Original Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Original Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Original Backpackers from the airport?

    Original Backpackers is 8.6 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Original Backpackers is 132.5 km from Newcastle Williamtown.

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Distance to airport

7.8
1.5 km
Sydney Kingsford Smith
8.6 km

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