Big Backpackers Hostel
Location: 212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, au
Star Rating: 4 Stars
Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
About this Property
Convenient Location and Relaxing Atmosphere
Located within walking distance from Sydney's attractions, Big Backpackers Hostel offers a large terrace with BBQ and sun deck, perfect for unwinding. Enjoy a 10-minute walk to Darling Harbour for a memorable experience.
Traveller-Friendly Amenities
Designed with the convenience of guests in mind, the hostel provides a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area with free WiFi, and 24-hour laundry facilities. The friendly staff is always ready to offer advice and assistance.
Variety of Rooms and Eco-Friendly Practices
Choose from mixed and female-only dormitories, as well as private rooms with bathrooms. The hostel is fully air-conditioned, equipped with elevators, stairs, and CCTV cameras. Embrace eco-friendly practices with recycling facilities and clothing donations.
Book your stay at Big Backpackers Hostel now to enjoy a memorable and comfortable experience in Sydney!
Important Information
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Fax/photocopying
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking throughout
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Wheelchair accessible
- Shared kitchen
- Evening entertainment
- Entertainment staff
- Outdoor furniture
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- CCTV outside property
- Process in place to check health of guests
- 24-hour security
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Pub crawls
- Television in common areas
- Free wired internet
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
Rooms Available
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Bed In 2-Bed Male Only Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Ages 18-40 Years)
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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Single Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)
2 Twin Bunk Beds
156 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, shared/communal kitchen access, and toaster
Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom and toilet paper
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Thin carpet in room
Need to Know - Shared accommodations, towels not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Heating
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Daily housekeeping
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Shared accommodation
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Towels not available
- Mixer
- Local maps
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laundry detergent
- Freezer
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Kitchen island
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Double Room With Shared Bathroom
The double room provides air conditioning and a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only)
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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Twin Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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Double Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom
Please note that layout of rooms may vary slightly based on the photo provided. Room contains no additional amenities such as soap, shampoo or conditioner.
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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4-Person Backpackers Hostel Family Room with Private Bathroom
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only)
The shared bathroom provides a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by elevator.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
-
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only)
In the shared bathroom, you'll find a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by elevator.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
-
Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (ages 18-40 years)
In the private bathroom, you'll find a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by elevator.
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
-
Bed in 2-Bed Male Only Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (ages 18-40 years)
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
-
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 40 years)
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
-
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only)
Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Accessible by lift
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key card access
- Earplugs
- Privacy curtain
Guest Reviews
- Fabio (8/5): -
- Virginia (7/5): -
- Julien (8/5): - L'emplacement était top,a proximité du centre ville Matelas un peu fatigué, cuisine pas très propre
- Virginia (7/5): -
- Vincent (4/5): -
- Eileanoir (7/5): Great location, comfortable bed - Location was great Not many facilities available.
- hakyung (10/5): -
- hakyung (10/5): -
- hakyung (10/5): -
- Morakot (10/5): - The room was big, very clean and comfy bed. Good security Nothing
- Danielle (10/5): -
- Stella (9/5): Great - People cool, great location
- Souhaila (4/5): - la localisation très sale, manque d’hygiène totale, personne ne passe dans les chambres pour les nettoyer, les couvertures utilisés sont les mêmes pour chaque voyageur, les salle de bain était presque dégoûtante
- Patrick (8/5): - Great location and bed was decent Rooftop is closed and under construction. A lot of noise from.early, sounded like it was in the room
- Marie (7/5): -
- Alice (7/5): Bien pour une nuit mais pas plus - Très bonne literie et emplacement idéal dans la ville. La chambre donnait sur le train mais on entendait rien du tout. L’espace salle de bain n’était pas pratique du tout. La tension de l’eau était tellement forte que ça en mettait partout et il n’y avait aucune étagère dans la douche pour poser ses affaires, on se retrouve à les poser à même le sol. Le bâtiment en lui-même fait extrêmement fatigué. Il n’y également pas de lumière et de prise individuelle près des lits. Ça m’a suffit pour un transit de 24h.
- Michal (8/5): -
- Lisa (8/5): -
- Olascoaga (7/5): -
- Coralie (8/5): -
- Somnath (8/5): - The location, near central station. Staffs were superb and very helpful. We took a room with private bathroom and it was cozy and clean. Rent can be a little less
- hakyung (9/5): - 위치도 좋고 직원분들이 다양하게 잘 도와주세요. 호스텔이라는 점 감안하면 깨끗한 편이구요.
- Stuart (6/5): -
- Philippine (6/5): -
- Jeanette (8/5): -
- Judit (5/5): Bit disappointing - The receptionist was nice, checked me in very fast. The room was small but ok for a night. However....see the cons I needed to stay somewhere relatively close to the airport before my early morning flight. I booked a private room at this hostel as I wasn't allowed to be in a shared room. However, when I got to the room, it was not cleaned after the previous guest, the bed was not made, linen was not changed. See pic attached. I went back to the reception and was told to wait 15-20min and they would clean the room. Took half an hour and the cleaner was nice, they even offered me a tea or coffee, but all I wanted was to sleep as I had to leave at 4am the next morning, so I kindly refused but still itvwas a nice touch (little pro). The bed wasn't comfy, the bedside lamp didn't work, the AC was a bit noisy, and I had to fix the curtain as it was off the hook on both side. Overall, I would not recommend this place. Only $50 more you can get a decent room closer to the airport in a hotel, I just wish I had looked around more before booked this room.
- Chao Xiang (9/5): I stayed here by myself, but did not feel lonely in the slightest - Really lively environment, youll learn that alot of former patrons come back often because of the vibrant atmosphere, lots of chance of engagement with other patrons sockets could be more strategically placed throughout the room
- Ignacio (7/5): -
- Joaquin (10/5): -
- Anna (7/5): -
- Sean (7/5): -
- Clélia (8/5): -
- Evans (9/5): -
- Isileli (10/5): -
- ZHIQIANG (1/5): 他们说法狡猾无耻 - 他们根本没有给我入住，又不退钱，十分抢钱，他们的说法就那狡猾无耻 他们根本没有给我入住，又不退钱，十分抢钱，他们的说法就那狡猾无耻
- Rebecca (7/5): -
- Sofia (8/5): -
- Scott (8/5): - Location was great Shower could of been cleaner
- Lucie (8/5): -
- Clemens (9/5): -
- Patricia (6/5): Comfortable and well located - Conveniently located Not much space available for food storage in kitchen
- Thijs (1/5): -
- Marpessa (6/5): -
- Dulaj (10/5): -
- 簡 (7/5): 簡單的房間、設施，有廚房可以共用 - 在房間有發現小蟑螂
- aussie_traveler (10/5): -
- Claudia Valeria (7/5): -
- Carizza (9/5): -
- Lyn (5/5): -
- Maria (9/5): Recomendable - La ubicación fue fantástica. La instalaciones bien, tenía muchas cosas la cocina. Volvería si tengo que estar unos días en Sydney. La habitación era un poco pequeña, si vas con valija grande no va a ser complicado abrirla, pero con carry on re bien.
- Gerhard (7/5): -
- Liam (5/5): - Location Not very clean and facilities were okay
- Shizuka (7/5): -
- Lara (7/5): -
- Rafael (6/5): -
- Claudette (8/5): - La chambre claire, l'emplacement la réactivité du personnel. Pas de réfrigérateur dans la chambre.
- Angélique (8/5): - À 5min de la gare centrale Wifi de partout même dans les chambre Accueil sympathique Lieu commun et chambre propre Pas de prise proche du lit surtout pour ceux du haut. Pas de rideau pour les lits, pas vraiment d’intimité.
- Fernanda Estefania (6/5): -
- preeti (10/5): -
- José Ignacio (6/5): - la ubicación sobre todo no había piscina y todas las áreas comunes eran un poco chicas
- Stephen (9/5): Suoerb - The location and Joseph who was a great and friendly member of staff. We stayed there on two occasions and were satisfied with our outside room and the kitchen facilities. We self catered and found the fellow hostellers were warm and friendly. Thanks Joseph for all your help. ps the shower was great too just wished we had been given a kettle for our room
- Emilie (7/5): Good for value stay - The location was great and the staff very kind. Room was basic with essentials and clean bathroom. The room was very noisy, I was on the top floor, and there seemed to be a noisy machine making a lot of noise.
- Rinalyn (10/5): -
- Ignacia (8/5): -
- Mary (7/5): - Bon emplacement au centre de Sydney. L'établissement est vieillot et mérite d'être rénové. Prix élevé pour la prestation.
- Klauss6 (4/5): -
- Suzuki (4/5): -
- Yang (8/5): -
- Ana (9/5): -
- Wilson (8/5): Recommended for a cheap basic stay. - Location is great - only a few mins walk to Central Station. Was a quiet room, and I also used the work space which was provided. Staff were super helpful with minor issue (soap had run out and they came round straight away.) Check in process was painfully slow.
- Laura (7/5): Fab price and location. Very safe for a solo female traveller. - Great location and extensive kitchen facilities if you need them. Good luggage storage and wifi. Very strict about check in time, I had a 26 hour journey into Sydney from UK and arrived at the hostel about 15 minutes before check-in exhausted and desperate for a shower. I was asked to wait in reception literally until the exact time of check in. This would have been understandable if not for the fact that my room (which was a private room not a dorm, so not affecting anyone else) was already ready. I've never experienced that anywhere else before - other places are usually very flexible where possible. Room (particularly bathroom) was a little tired in places.
- Matias (1/5): -
- Hartman Montalvo (9/5): -
- Carolina (7/5): - La habitación amplia La cocina muy oscura y con feo olor
- Paco Kaïs (10/5): -
- Paco Kaïs (10/5): -
- Paco Kaïs (10/5): -
- Iris (6/5): - Very good location, quick to the city center and nice neighborhood. The personnel in general was friendly. No privacy in the rooms whatsoever. The bathroom included in the four bed dorm was not maintained (shower not usable, toilet usable but the lid was broken). Also very little space to keep stuff except for one small locker. Common showers and toilets were cleaned every day but already dirty again after hours. The bed lines they provided showed older stains even though washed.
- Anthony (5/5): -
- Valentin (6/5): Très chère pour une auberge mais pour du temporaire cela reste une bonne auberge - L’emplacement est top , la cuisine est spacieuse et bien entretenue. Le rooftop est grand et clean . Les zones collectives sont plutôt bien entretenue Dans la première chambre l’on en étendais beaucoup trop les portes du coup impossible de dormir . Dans la deuxième chambre la climatisation ne fonctionnait pas , et la douche était dans un mauvais état (eau qui coule en permanence , parois qui se désocle )
- Ayetullah (3/5): -
- Natalia (9/5): -
- jeongkyu (7/5): - 깨끗했다 주방이 복잡하다
- Tiago (8/5): -
- Veronica (6/5): - Posizione vicina alla stazione Stanza angusta, presenza di male odori diffusi (specialmente nelle aree comuni)
- Brian (8/5): - Close to public transport or reasonably easy walk into the city
- Shirly (4/5): -
- Yoonji (8/5): 아주 큰 만족 - :) 높은 층고, 짐 꺼내기 좋은 방 크기와 락커, 옷장 등 수납공간 엘리베이터가 있어서 짐 올리기 수월 화장실도 샤워실도 깨끗함 샤워공간 적다고 하는데, 일찍 일어나고 늦게 들어갔더니 널널해요 :( 드라이기 고장, 상태 안 좋음. 미리 챙겨가길 추천 엘리베이터에서 냄새남 역이랑 조금 멀어서 짐 들고 이동 불편
- Sitanan (10/5): - The location, the price, the comfort.
- Rodriguez (10/5): -
- 源 (8/5): 整體來說不錯 - 員工很親切 床鋪不太穩固 下舖搖晃 上鋪不好睡著
- Edward (6/5): -
- Lara (3/5): -
- Nicole (8/5): Will stay again next time I come to Sydney :-) - Great location, private rooms were quiet, nice communal area. A shelf in the bathroom would be handy, nowhere to put your stuff otherwise.
- Daniela Belen (9/5): -
- Zidan (10/5): -
- Yuen Ying (8/5): -
- Osinakachi (10/5): Satisfactory, will come again - The Room and toilet ambience Nothing
- Ahmad (9/5): -
- Mélissa (9/5): - Personnel très sympa, rooftop accessible, à deux pas de Haymarket et proche de tout. Plusieurs parcs à proximité. Arrêt de bus et gare Centrale à quelques pas. Pas de rideaux aux lits.
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