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790 On George
Sydney - NSW · Australia
Station House 790 George StreetView location
7.6/10Very good356 Reviews
Cleanliness7.2/10 7.2
Service8.2/10 8.2
Comfort6.8/10 6.8
Condition7.0/10 7.0
Location9.4/10 9.4
Neighborhood8.0/10 8.0
Value7.8/10 7.8
Amenities8.0/10 8.0
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About 790 On George
790 on George Backpackers is conveniently located in the popular Central area. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. 24-hour front desk, facilities for disabled guests, express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas are there for guest's enjoyment.
Guestrooms are fitted with all the amenities you need for a good night's sleep. In some of the rooms, guests can find internet access – wireless, non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating, desk. Take a break from a long day and make use of games room.
A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at 790 on George Backpackers.
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With a stay at 790 on George Backpackers in Sydney (Haymarket), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Capitol Theatre and 5 minutes by foot from World Square Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hyde Park and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sydney Town Hall.
Make yourself at home in one of the 282 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
2:00 PM
Check-in until
11:30 PM
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
No rollaway/extra beds available
No cribs (infant beds) available
Events/parties not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: AUD 10.00 per stay
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You need to know
- 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.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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Special Instructions
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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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.
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Instructions
- 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.
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Minimal age
18
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Spoken Language
Hindi
Arabic
Korean
English
French
Spanish
Nearby attractions
Capitol Theatre
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
University of Technology Sydney
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Paddy's Market
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
World Square Shopping Centre
0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Chinatown Night Market
0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hyde Park
0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Sydney Town Hall
1 km / 0.6 mi
International Convention Centre Sydney
1 km / 0.6 mi
QVB
1 km / 0.6 mi
Crown Street
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
State Theatre
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Westfield Shopping Centre
1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Harbourside
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Sydney Tower Eye
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
University of Sydney
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 282
- hostel
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Visa Electrón
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Transfer service
- Airport Shuttle
- Room serviceExtra charge
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- Laundry service
- LaunderetteExtra charge
- Bicycle hire serviceExtra charge
- 24-hour securityExtra charge
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Hotel safeExtra charge
- Lift access
- Luggage room
- Clothes dryer
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking area
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Conference room
- Game roomExtra charge
- Non-smoking establishment
- Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans
Meal plan types
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Bed in dormitory MALE ROOMBed in dormitory • MALE ROOMBED.MQ
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Room code: BED.MQ
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DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBL.FH
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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DOUBLE WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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- DOUBLE
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- WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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Room code: DBL.FH
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TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWIN • WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWN.FH
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- TWIN
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- WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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- WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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Room code: TWN.FH
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TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- STANDARD
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TWIN STANDARD
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Room code: TWN.ST
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DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- STANDARD
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DOUBLE STANDARD
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- STANDARD
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Room code: DBL.ST
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Bed in dormitory MALE ROOMBed in dormitory • MALE ROOMBED.MQ-1
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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- MALE ROOM
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Room code: BED.MQ-1
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TWIN BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWIN • BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWN.BK-FH
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- TWIN
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- BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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TWIN BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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- TWIN
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- BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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Room code: TWN.BK-FH
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Bed in dormitory BUNK BEDBed in dormitory • BUNK BEDBED.BK
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Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOMBed in dormitory • FEMALE ROOMBED.FA
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- Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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Room code: BED.FA
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DOUBLE BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMDOUBLE • BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOMDBL.BK-FH
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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DOUBLE BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM
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Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 1Bed in dormitory • CAPACITY 1BED.C1
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Bed in dormitory STANDARDBed in dormitory • STANDARDBED.ST
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What other guests saying about 790 On George
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Chiyoko
This facility is best location in CBD Sydney. Very convenient catch light rail bus train all.also theatre, any restaurant around here.
Loretta
Yes. Enough to choose from and fresh
Randy
Everything seems ok. Only suggestion please provide power point in every bed (up or down) and also lights for everyone’s convenience.
Jin
staff is amazing
Meng
Convenient to all
Gordon
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.
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.
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
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
Jan
Clean rooms and amenities
Randy
Everything is excellent. I enjoy my stay.
Maurie
The room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. The staff were brilliant, very courteous!
Sabrina
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.
Remo
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!
Louise
Everything good
Louise
Nil
Randy
Central location and accessibility in all your needs. Only please provide power point in every bed to charge with our gadget. All is good.
bao
So so is about the customers service , the lady in the concierge with curly hair glasses very bad attitude and I would like to address this firmly , disrespect and racism toward me and don’t allowed me to extend, others staffs was excellent is good and helpful and good in services except her the blonde hair short with glasses . I feel offended as well, she should aware and looks after the customer service , in positive manner as well. Thanks
Veronica
Good
Stephen
Ok for basic accomodation
Pooja
Great location . Clean and comfortable
Heidi
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.
KEREN
Excelente ubicación, llegué antes de la hora del check-in y me permitieron guardar mi equipaje para salir a explorar la ciudad. Muy limpio todo el lugar y organizando. Ambiente super agradable.
Thelma
Centrally located and very close to everything
Corinne
Clean, convenient walking distance.
The only thing I didn't like was that the beds were assigned first to come first serve. I was recovering from a broken foot and ankle and I had to climb up to the top bunk every time. The ladder rungs really hurt my feet, even wearing my street shoes. When I told the receptionist a top bed was going to be a problem, he just shrugged his shoulders and said, \"Nothing, we can do about it.\" My payment was nonrefundable.
The only thing I didn't like was that the beds were assigned first to come first serve. I was recovering from a broken foot and ankle and I had to climb up to the top bunk every time. The ladder rungs really hurt my feet, even wearing my street shoes. When I told the receptionist a top bed was going to be a problem, he just shrugged his shoulders and said, \"Nothing, we can do about it.\" My payment was nonrefundable.
Eunsim
가성비 굿
가성비로 가기 좋아요! 위치 나쁘지않고 근데 청결부분은 포기하세요. 잠만 자기 괜춘. 와이파이는 약하지만 조식도 주는 것까지하면 가성비 굿굿
Nima
Ok
Randy
Like: it’s accessible to anywhere you want to go to.
Dislike: there seems to be no hot water when doing shower.
Dislike: there seems to be no hot water when doing shower.
Michael
I liked the proximity to central train station. I didnt like the noise from the rail train in front of the hotel.
Angelina
Very close to transport! Lovely artwork in the building
Verified traveler
Good price and location
Good price and location. Free breakfast is a pleasant surprise!
Faye
The accommodation is basic and clean, great location. I will stay there again and recommend private room to others
Allan
Goos stay
Honestly fantastic value for money.
Luke
Pathetic service by staff who mention he was the supervisor when I booked online travel 4 hours on the train, I informed that I will be check in late and the problem was
I forgot my wallet which have all my Ids, and I have copies on my phone digital ones but cannot still check me in as it was all paid and no refund was made
I forgot my wallet which have all my Ids, and I have copies on my phone digital ones but cannot still check me in as it was all paid and no refund was made
Gail
Everything PLUS I could store my bag on site on my check out day- until 11pm same day. AWESOME SERVICE
Sarah
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.
Jason
Basic budget accomm in a convenient location
Craig
Essentials
Thank you for providing good quality hostel style accommodation.
JJ
Great location. Great price. Very clean and quiet… considering the location!!
Craig
Full technical quality
Thank you for convenient trip :)
Craig
Full technical quality
Thank you for convenient trip :)
Victor
Perfect Location
josie
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
Pat
Weirdly enough the beds were really good and not the typical short bunk bed you get I had plenty of room even at 6 foot 6.
Roslyn
Excellent location. Close to public transport. Close to shopping, dining and theatres.
Kruawan
Excellent
Kruawan
Very convenient
JUSTER
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.
Andrew
Room was not clean and NO Towel provided!!
Gail
Really helpful staff- thank you
Jurgen
The staff are very friendly
Jane
It will provide for my needs in the future
Gemmah
Beautiful staff and the girls in my dorm were lovely. Super good for a quick over night stay or obviously if you’re backpacking!
Karen
Brilliant location close to Central Station with a light rail stop right outside.
The free breakfast was an added bonus.
The free breakfast was an added bonus.
Verified traveler
Ok, but not in great condition
Nice staff. But the hotel was not in great condition. Very old, and bad air quality. The warm water didnt work for 2 days
Methee
The worst hostel ever,After i checked in and went to my room and found my bed havent clean and very messy from the previous person I called the staff to come and check they said very sorry and they only changed bed sheet but they brought the messy and used blanket just fold up and they didn’t change the pillows bag at all they did everything while i was standing and looking at them with bad smell of those things I will never ever go there again
Zulaikha
Really expensive for what it is. Window in room doesn't even open to get some fresh air, and aircon only works half the time and is out of our control (i.e. staff control the temperature) so when it's a hot day you just have to bear with it. Mattress also smelled like someone had pissed on it.
Receptionists were the slowest people I have ever met. Why does it take nearly half an hour just to check someone in? The receptionist that checked in my friends and I was an extremely slow typer, I've seen my grandma type faster than she did.
This is my second time staying at this backpackers and honestly the quality has gone absolutely downhill. Would not recommend. Check out some of the other backpackers nearby
Receptionists were the slowest people I have ever met. Why does it take nearly half an hour just to check someone in? The receptionist that checked in my friends and I was an extremely slow typer, I've seen my grandma type faster than she did.
This is my second time staying at this backpackers and honestly the quality has gone absolutely downhill. Would not recommend. Check out some of the other backpackers nearby
Masako
Awesome reception, clean bed, poor hygiene shower room
Susan
Absolutely excellent staff;
top location and
really good value.
Pretty basic, though, and h/c basin in room would have made
a huge difference.
Shared bathrooms need more hooks and shelving in shower stalls.
top location and
really good value.
Pretty basic, though, and h/c basin in room would have made
a huge difference.
Shared bathrooms need more hooks and shelving in shower stalls.
Gail
Fantastic location- heart of city, all transport options there, china town right there
Marjorie
We like the position for light rail & close to train to airport. Kitchen was handy & showers good. Would stay again when in Sydney
Thanks!
Thanks!
Drew
Very satisfied
Verified traveler
Convenient
Great location, cheap rate probably due to covid and not many travellers. Had a 6 bed dorm to myself most nights. Was great, there was one window that couldn't be closed which was only annoying as there was construction early in the mornings.
Fares Al
All good just when i arrived at 11pm no one at reception and i wait around 20 minutes outside until i entered the site after one person who is already booked then i stayed at reception another 20 minutes i called phone number from docket booking ,finally he arrived..
Ashley
Awesome all the way .great staff,very professional
SEUL KI
It is good stayed at near CBD. Front of Central station only 3min on foot. Friendly staffs, hot shower but smelly pillow...
Verified traveler
The location was good,the building was a bit worn out cleanliness was just about ok, the staff very good
Verified traveler
Nice clean hostel and friendly staff.
Rooms though become stuffy with only small windows and not enough shower units.
Rooms though become stuffy with only small windows and not enough shower units.
Julia
The hostel was pretty run down. The air conditioning and the bed were pretty good. The kitchen had an area with couches and outlets, but it was in the basement. Right at the elevator, there was a foul smell so I didn't want to do my laundry down there. The staff was friendly.
Verified traveler
Light rail station right outside which is really convenient
Verified traveler
A. The laid back environment, but not so much they careless. Comfortable.
B. Was not really that bad.
B. Was not really that bad.
Verified traveler
nice place to stay.
front desk people are very kind and co operative.
front desk people are very kind and co operative.
Verified traveler
The property was fine. Staff very friendly . I think as tea and coffee was advertised , milk should have been orovided
Serena
It's a very very nice and comfortable place. Good people too.
Verified traveler
it's nice place to stay.. kitchen is so clean and tidy.
Nick
The room was so smelly, got me sick for first 15mins, elevator was out of service. Staff was nice and helpful. The owner should spend some money to fix the place...
Verified traveler
good location ......................................
Verified traveler
Positive: Location good- next to central station. The people behind the front desk were nice and helpful though
Negative: Our room was clearly not cleaned before we went in though. Our pillow covers hadn't been changed (old hair/dirt/makeup seen on them when we walked in) so I'm sure other things weren't changed over either.
Negative: Our room was clearly not cleaned before we went in though. Our pillow covers hadn't been changed (old hair/dirt/makeup seen on them when we walked in) so I'm sure other things weren't changed over either.
Verified traveler
Overall I found this hostel to be crazy busy and slightly overpriced. Good location though, reception open from early am to late pm, and staff very friendly and helpful.
The PeterPan travel agency attached to the lobby is great for helping you plan the next leg of your journey or help you find work. They also organize social events nearly every night of the week, so if you are traveling on your own and looking to make friends, this is a good place to go for that.
The free breakfast was pretty standard...toast, jam, cereal. However the kitchen and eating area is far too small for the number of clients they have, and breakfast feels a bit like a rugby scrum. Only two fridges (always packed), two ranges (always in use) and two sinks (often gross with food scraps in the bottom). One thing that especially bothered me was that there are just a couple of dish towels left out to dry dishes with and they are always wet from the last 20 people who used them...so unhygienic.
Ask for a room with a window... I had a windowless room and it was dark, stuffy, a little damp and smelly. Luckily the room I was in (4 bed mixed dorm no ensuite) didnt seem very popular and was never full.
Bathrooms, cleaned often but with so many people using then the floors and counters were still always wet.
Finally, they change the blanket covers between clients, as they should, but let them drag on the suspect looking carpet to do it, so your \"clean\" coverlet probably isn't as clean as you think.
The PeterPan travel agency attached to the lobby is great for helping you plan the next leg of your journey or help you find work. They also organize social events nearly every night of the week, so if you are traveling on your own and looking to make friends, this is a good place to go for that.
The free breakfast was pretty standard...toast, jam, cereal. However the kitchen and eating area is far too small for the number of clients they have, and breakfast feels a bit like a rugby scrum. Only two fridges (always packed), two ranges (always in use) and two sinks (often gross with food scraps in the bottom). One thing that especially bothered me was that there are just a couple of dish towels left out to dry dishes with and they are always wet from the last 20 people who used them...so unhygienic.
Ask for a room with a window... I had a windowless room and it was dark, stuffy, a little damp and smelly. Luckily the room I was in (4 bed mixed dorm no ensuite) didnt seem very popular and was never full.
Bathrooms, cleaned often but with so many people using then the floors and counters were still always wet.
Finally, they change the blanket covers between clients, as they should, but let them drag on the suspect looking carpet to do it, so your \"clean\" coverlet probably isn't as clean as you think.
Verified traveler
I love everything about this hostel. its right in front of the train station, near to restaurants, supermarket and pharmacy, clean and spacious. Quiet too.
Julian
Well located for the station and city
It doesn't help my stay coincided with roadworks connected to the light rail extension, but it was noisy all night, no air conditioning I could really detect, not super comfortable beds either. Service was fine, and the shared bathroom was opposite the dorm, 210 in my case, with decent showers. Really convenient for the station, and the city centre, and unlike many hostels it has a lift which was handy
Verified traveler
Big kitchen....rooms good enough.
Great location in chinatown and near train station.
Great location in chinatown and near train station.
Verified traveler
First time I’ve been in a hostel but I quite enjoyed it
Verified traveler
Nice
Single room is nice, clean n reasonable.
chris
A room
Checked in all was good. When we went to go to bed, turned down the sheet to find blood stains on the sheet. Walked down to reception, was clerks first solo night, took a while to find another sheet. Eventually did find one. First and last time staying in hostel situation. Had doors slamming and drunken argument happening near our rooms. Had to call out ,”do you mind” for a little peace at 1.30am
Michael
Train station
Very handy to central train station and food shops
Ana
Average price in a centric location.
The Hostel is located in a great area. Near restaurants, Chinatown, and supermarkets. Also, 1 min walk from Central Station. So is very convenient if you are coming/ or going to the airport.
The kitchen is big and clean. Same the rooms. Restroom was small and old, a bit dirty to be honest.
The only thing I disliked about the place was that I needed an airport transfer and they didn’t schedule it for me.
I sent them an email request and never replied. I called them to make sure everything was ok and they said that they didn’t get any email so I tried to schedule the airport shuttle on the phone but the lady said it was ok I could do it when I check in, even tho you need to schedule it 24 h in advance. She said NO WORRIES we will do it later today, and I trusted her, obviously.
Once I arrived, the girl at the front desk said it wasn’t possible, when I explained to her that the lady that morning said I could do it later her answer was. No sorry, we can’t. You can go by train is a bit more expensive but faster.
Very disappointed.
The kitchen is big and clean. Same the rooms. Restroom was small and old, a bit dirty to be honest.
The only thing I disliked about the place was that I needed an airport transfer and they didn’t schedule it for me.
I sent them an email request and never replied. I called them to make sure everything was ok and they said that they didn’t get any email so I tried to schedule the airport shuttle on the phone but the lady said it was ok I could do it when I check in, even tho you need to schedule it 24 h in advance. She said NO WORRIES we will do it later today, and I trusted her, obviously.
Once I arrived, the girl at the front desk said it wasn’t possible, when I explained to her that the lady that morning said I could do it later her answer was. No sorry, we can’t. You can go by train is a bit more expensive but faster.
Very disappointed.
Imogen
A nice little hostel right near Central station. The room was nice and clean, and there was a massive kitchen. Only thing was that I forgot to pack a towel!
David
Great location
Convenient location but can get a little noisy for me possibly cause it’s a younger crowd (I’m in my mid 30s)
Verified traveler
Dirty room
The room bad a stain on the sheet, and hair on the pillow. There were holes in the wall. I had gotten a 3 person room. The walls are so thin and very noisy through out the whole night. Sheets were uncomfortable and also had small holes. Construction surrounding the facility and elevator was slow (felt like it was going to break down)
Verified traveler
Good value for money/ Nice staff/ Great location
The hotel gave great value for money. Although the room was little bit small, but the bed quality was alright. We could use air conditioner whenever we wanted, so it was the pleasant in which to stay. Me and my friends asked many questions to the staff. They were very kind and helpful. They gave us the information about the day trip in Sydney and helped us to book some of them. The toilet and bathroom was clean, considering it was a shared area. The hotel was near the Central train station, so very convinient to go somewhere else, such as Circular Quay or Town Hall. It was very easy for us to move our luggage from/to the airport. My experience in the hotel was pleasing.
Carla
creepy and dirty
Never stayed asked for a refund closet sized room with filthy brown pillows wet paint everywhere.In Sydney after went all over in a taxi booked at 2 different hotels then was asked for a $500 deposit and a $300 deposit at another one ended up at Lithgow on the coldest night of the year at 1130pm first arrived at 2pm $30 in taxi rides later.
Verified traveler
Good location and convinient to travel
Great place to stay but too noisy because of construction
Verified traveler
Maybe you will get lucky, that's what George says.
I used to go backpacking and I decided to sleep in a dorm room just like I did in the past, and I booked a bunk bed. I checked in before noon and I was not quite happy when I entered the room because I immediately realised the rest of the people in the room had been living there for a while. Some part of the floor was occupied by boots, helmets and other items and I saw some mud as well. They were construction workers and I knew they wouldn't be leaving anytime soon as I work with those people sometimes.
I just dropped my bag off and went out in the afternoon, and came back to the room around 9pm. Those people were already sleeping. Come on, I mean it's only 9 pm and they want to sleep that early but still stay in a hostel because it's very affordable. From my previous experience I normally expect other travellers who want to explore places and have a great time. Maybe it's Sydney but I didn't expect anything like this to happen to me.
After the long walk I'd had, I really wanted to have a refreshing shower before MY bed time, however, I couldn't turn the light on at 9 pm, I had to open my locker very slowly and quietly in order to take my clothes and shower stuff. I managed to fall asleep with a help of sleeping pill as my bed was not comfortable.
On the next day, I asked for a private room (I didn't wanna risk and ask for a different bunk) and it was a lot better, but I couldn't shut one of the windows and it was a bit loud outside at night.
I just dropped my bag off and went out in the afternoon, and came back to the room around 9pm. Those people were already sleeping. Come on, I mean it's only 9 pm and they want to sleep that early but still stay in a hostel because it's very affordable. From my previous experience I normally expect other travellers who want to explore places and have a great time. Maybe it's Sydney but I didn't expect anything like this to happen to me.
After the long walk I'd had, I really wanted to have a refreshing shower before MY bed time, however, I couldn't turn the light on at 9 pm, I had to open my locker very slowly and quietly in order to take my clothes and shower stuff. I managed to fall asleep with a help of sleeping pill as my bed was not comfortable.
On the next day, I asked for a private room (I didn't wanna risk and ask for a different bunk) and it was a lot better, but I couldn't shut one of the windows and it was a bit loud outside at night.
gail
Top central Sydney location with best price
I wanted a cheap and central location for 3 nights so I could spend most of my time out and about - exploring Sydney - getting to easter shkw was fast and easy from this location - all sydney attractions were- including day trips organised through location.
Verified traveler
Excellent location - so close to Central Station.
Great price for a centrally located backpackers. We had trouble getting hotel accommodation so went for a backpackers as a last resort (being old now!) Staff were friendly and efficient. Room and bathroom great. Will stay there again if we get caught out. If I were a young backpacker travelling (as I was a long time ago!) this is a very good backpackers.
Fiona
Great location and great value
Very friendly staff and clean room and bathroom. The only thing is that the kitchen utensils could be a bit improved. Still all useable.
Great location and enjoyed our stay
Great location and enjoyed our stay
Alyssa
Decent hostel, good location
Had a private room, with shared bathrooms. Room was decent size and clean. Bathroom was clean, but smelled a little (minor when it comes to hostels). Overall, great value and clean.
Bryan
Hostel itself was not clean at all. But we did enjoy the city itself. Staff was friendly too.
Radostina
Noisy
Great location
Average cleanliness
Freandky staff
Extremely noisy from other guests. No soundproofness of doors or rooms. People talking loud in halls during all night didn't let us sleep properly.
Ok for yound backpackers only.
Average cleanliness
Freandky staff
Extremely noisy from other guests. No soundproofness of doors or rooms. People talking loud in halls during all night didn't let us sleep properly.
Ok for yound backpackers only.
Verified traveler
Good hostel in centre of Sydney, friendly staff and close to central station.
EC
Very good location
It's very close to public transport, China town and Darling Harbour. The hotel's quite old and smelly. The room's very small and also smelly. But it's very cheap so can't expect much.
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790 On George
Station House 790 George Street, Haymarket, Australia
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