Big Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Hyde Park in Sydney

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Exterior
Double Room (Shared Bathroom) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sleeps 1

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

  • Sleeps 1

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

  • Sleeps 1

Single Ensuite Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 136 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Ensuite Room

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

Double Ensuite Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 156 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Single Backpackers Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Double Backpackers Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Backpackers Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Family BackpackersHostel Room(4 Person)With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1

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

  • Sleeps 1

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

  • Sleeps 1

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

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Surry Hills stay.With a stay at this Surry Hills hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hyde Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Botanic Gardens. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Circular Quay - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Single O - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yok Yor Thai Food Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spice I Am - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Storehouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Saigon Summer Streetfood - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Big Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Hyde Park in Sydney
As a guest of Big Backpackers Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Big Backpackers Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hostel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2002
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Big Backpackers Hostel offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

  • No pets 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

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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

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
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. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

How close is Big Backpackers Hostel to the airport?

Big Backpackers Hostel is 9.4 mi (23-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Big Backpackers Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Backpackers Hostel.

How close is Big Backpackers Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 4.5 mi (19-min drive) from Bondi Beach and 4.8 mi (20-min drive) from Coogee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Big Backpackers Hostel offer free breakfast?

Big Backpackers Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Backpackers Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Star Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Big Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Big Backpackers Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Big Backpackers Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Big Backpackers Hostel to downtown Sydney?

Big Backpackers Hostel is 0.9 mi away from Sydney.