Home Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, near Sydney Tower Eye

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Bed in a Four Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)
Point of interest
Private kitchen
Point of interest
Lobby

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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238 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sydney Harbour Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Bed in a Four Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in a Six Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Business Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Laundry detergent
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bed in a Six Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
10 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Sydney

Home Backpackers places you in the centre of Sydney, within a 30-minute stroll of Sydney Tower Eye and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Surry Hills hostel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Circular Quay and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Sydney Opera House.

What's nearby

  • Sydney Tower Eye - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 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 Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Single O - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yok Yor Thai Food Factory - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sydney Brewery Surry Hills - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spice I Am - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Firedoor Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Home Backpackers

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, near Sydney Tower Eye
As a guest of Home Backpackers, you'll find a rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Home Backpackers also features a garden, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Home Backpackers offers 36 accommodations with a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 20 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Home Backpackers Hostel Surry Hills
Home Backpackers Surry Hills
Home Backpackers Surry Hills
Home Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Home Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Surry Hills

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Home Backpackers?

The closest beach to Home Backpackers is Coogee Beach (6.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Home Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Home Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Home Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.