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Big Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Capitol Theatre

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Exterior
Lobby
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Interior
Meeting facility
Big Backpackers Hostel is the perfect base for exploring Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Unwind in the garden, browse books in the library, or enjoy a barbecue on the terrace with outdoor furniture – you'll feel right at home with amenities like laundry facilities, luggage storage and an outdoor entertainment area.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $85
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11

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Single Ensuite Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Ensuite Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Ensuite Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Ensuite Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Ensuite Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

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

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Single Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

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Double Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

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Twin Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

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Family Hostel Room (4 Person) With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
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) | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
Kitchen island
Freezer
  • 13 sq m
  • 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)

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

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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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Double Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Circular Quay - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive
  • Sydney Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 15 min walk
  • Sydney Redfern Station - 22 min walk
  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 6 min walk

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

Big Backpackers Hostel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 4 minutes and Museum Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 37 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Gas grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Foosball
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Discount at nearby fitness center

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

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

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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

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

Are pets allowed at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Big Backpackers Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge.

Is there an onsite casino at Big Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Big Backpackers Hostel and nearby?

Big Backpackers Hostel has a garden.

What's the area around Big Backpackers Hostel like?

Big Backpackers Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Capitol Square Light Rail Station and 4 minutes' walk from Capitol Theatre.

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