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Hotel Description

Adults-only hostel near Circular Quay

Potts Point stay

Your stay at this Potts Point hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Hyde Park and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Free breakfast

A rooftop terrace, self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this hostel. Guests will appreciate free perks like continental breakfast and WiFi in public areas. A terrace, a garden, and a library are also on offer.

6 Bed Dorm, Female Only(18-35 years old only)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Private Room - Double Room Deluxe

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

4 Bed Dorm -Women Only (18-35 years old only)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Private Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Basic Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

4 Bed Dorm (18-35 years old only)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

About the Sydney Central Backpackers

Location 16 Orwell Street, Potts Point, NSW 2011

Property Features

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Sydney Central Backpackers. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hostel.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces) , Free parking nearby , Offsite parking reservations required

Transport

  • Train station: Sydney Central Station (2.9 km / 1.8 mi)
  • Metro station: Kings Cross Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Sydney Central Backpackers offers 34 accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Bathrooms are shared
  • Communal kitchen access
  • In-room dining
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM. 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 noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Caters to adults only
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 30.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25.00 per night
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Sydney Central Backpackers Hostel
  • Central Backpackers Hostel
  • Sydney Central Backpackers
  • Sydney Central Backpackers Potts Point
  • Sydney Central Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.