Original Backpackers

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6.9
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Pleasant
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Gene

10.0
/ 10
Keeping in mind that this is a hostle, the private room I had was small but very clean and comfortable. I didn't see a dorm but the other guests seemed to be having a very good time.

Spence

10.0
/ 10
Clean hostel all around. You could see cleaning done everyday. The kitchen was a huge plus for me because it saved me a lot of money on eating out. Three dinners were provided each week promoting social interactions with other guests. If I need a place to stay in the future I will be back

Verified traveler

10.0
/ 10
The staff are really friendly and helpful. My room was clean. The location is good. I would stay there again
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160-162 Victoria Street, Kings Cross, Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2011

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160-162 Victoria Street, Kings Cross, Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2011
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The Charm of Original Backpackers

Welcome to Original Backpackers, your ideal base for exploring the vibrant heart of New South Wales. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your first Australian adventure, Original Backpackers offers a welcoming atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and a prime location to experience the best of what this dynamic region has to offer. We understand what Australian travelers look for in a stay: a clean and comfortable environment with excellent climate control, access to great coffee and delicious breakfast options, and the convenience of being well-connected to public transport or easily accessible for road trips. At Original Backpackers, we strive to meet and exceed these expectations, ensuring your stay is both memorable and hassle-free. Rates at Original Backpackers start from {price} per night. Don't forget to use the special promo code for new TRAVELOKA users to secure up to 8% off your booking!

Location and Transport Accessibility of Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers is situated in the lively neighborhood of {suburbName}, placing you right in the midst of a thriving urban landscape. Located at {localAddressString}, our hostel is conveniently positioned just a short distance from the bustling city centre, making it easy to explore all the major attractions. For those relying on public transport, the nearest train station is within easy walking distance, providing seamless connections across the city and beyond. The surrounding area is alive with activity, offering close proximity to vibrant local cafes, weekend markets, and a variety of dining options. Whether you're looking to immerse yourself in the city's energy or find a quiet spot to relax, Original Backpackers' location offers the perfect balance.

Guest Facilities and Services at Original Backpackers

Guest facilities at Original Backpackers are designed to enhance your travel experience and provide all the essentials for a comfortable and convenient stay. We offer a range of amenities to cater to the needs of modern travelers, including reliable free Wi-Fi throughout the property, so you can stay connected with friends and family or plan your next adventure. For early departures or late arrivals, our helpful 24-hour front desk is always available to assist you. We also provide secure luggage storage, giving you peace of mind to explore the city unburdened. While we don't have an on-site fitness center, the surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for exercise, from scenic walks to local gyms. We understand the importance of starting your day right, and while specific breakfast details can vary, we are located in an area renowned for its excellent café culture, ensuring you'll find fantastic coffee and delicious breakfast options nearby.

Room Information and Stay Experience at Original Backpackers

At Original Backpackers, we offer a variety of room types to suit different travel needs and budgets. The room types of Original Backpackers are designed with your comfort in mind, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of exploring. You can expect clean and well-maintained living spaces, featuring comfortable bedding and effective climate control systems, including air-conditioning and heating, to ensure a pleasant temperature regardless of the season. The bathrooms are kept to a high standard of cleanliness, providing a refreshing space to start and end your day. We focus on providing a comfortable and functional environment, allowing you to relax and recharge.

Recommended Nearby Dining and Cafes around Original Backpackers

The neighborhood surrounding Original Backpackers is a food lover's paradise, boasting a vibrant culinary scene that caters to every taste. You'll find an abundance of charming cafes perfect for your morning coffee fix and a hearty Australian-style breakfast, perhaps a classic smashed avocado or a generous buffet spread. The area is also home to a diverse range of restaurants, from casual eateries to more upscale dining experiences, offering local and international flavors. Exploring the local markets is also a must, where you can discover fresh produce and artisanal treats. The proximity to such a rich food and coffee culture means you'll never be far from a delicious meal or a perfectly brewed cup.

Popular Attractions and Activities near Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers is ideally situated to explore some of Sydney's most iconic sights and experiences. Immerse yourself in the stunning architecture of the Sydney Opera House, a world-renowned landmark. Take a leisurely stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden, offering breathtaking views of the harbour. For a taste of history and culture, visit The Rocks, Sydney's oldest neighborhood, with its charming laneways and historic pubs. Enjoy the sun and surf at the famous Bondi Beach, a quintessential Australian experience. For panoramic city views, head to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. If you are looking for other activities around Original Backpackers, check out the best deals on Traveloka: Recommended activities in Sydney!

How to Get to Original Backpackers from the Airport

Getting to Original Backpackers from the airport is straightforward, with several convenient transportation options available. For those arriving at Sydney Airport, the most efficient way to reach us is by utilizing the airport link train, which provides a direct and quick connection to the city centre, with stations within easy reach of the hostel. Alternatively, airport shuttle buses offer a cost-effective option, often dropping passengers at various city locations. Public metered taxis are readily available at the airport terminals, providing a direct route to Original Backpackers. For added convenience, rideshare services are also a popular choice for a door-to-door journey. If you're looking for seamless travel, consider booking an Airport transfer service in advance.

Summary of Why You Should Choose Original Backpackers

Original Backpackers stands out as an excellent choice for Australian travelers seeking a comfortable, convenient, and well-located accommodation in New South Wales. Our prime location offers easy access to public transport and the city's vibrant attractions, while our friendly service and clean, comfortable rooms ensure a pleasant stay. We are committed to providing a welcoming environment that meets the expectations of discerning travelers. * Prime location in a vibrant neighborhood. * Clean and comfortable rooms with excellent climate control. * Friendly and helpful staff available 24/7. * Close proximity to cafes, dining, and public transport. Ready to experience the best of New South Wales? Check room availability at Original Backpackers and book your unforgettable stay today. Book Original Backpackers with confidence through Traveloka. Book budget hotels in New South Wales and Easily book domestic and international flights at low prices to complete your travel plans.

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Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast

Things to Do

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

General

  • Smoking area
  • Terrace

Public Facilities

  • Safety deposit box
  • Coffee/tea in lobby

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Sports and Recreations

  • Game room

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Original Backpackers

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 02:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

General Check-in 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
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
, The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 02:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Original Backpackers
41
Number of floors in Original Backpackers
1
Another facilities in Original Backpackers
Luggage storage, Multilingual staff, Concierge, Breakfast, Continental breakfast

Frequently asked questions about Original Backpackers

What are available facilities at Original Backpackers?
There are top facilites at Original Backpackers such as WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Original Backpackers?
The standard check-in time at Original Backpackers is starting from 14:00 - 02:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does Original Backpackers provide breakfast?
Yes, Original Backpackers provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Original Backpackers?
Original Backpackers has a 2.0-star rating.
How many floors does Original Backpackers have?
Original Backpackers has 1.
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Original Backpackers reviews and ratings

Overall Ratings & Reviews Original Backpackers

Traveloka (4)
Other sources (86)
7.0
Pleasant
From 86 reviews
Cleanliness

6.8

Room Comfort

6.2

Location

6.0

Service and Facilites

8.0

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Traveller Reviews Original Backpackers

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Gene
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Keeping in mind that this is a hostle, the private room I had was small but very clean and comfortable. I didn't see a dorm but the other guests seemed to be having a very good time.
Protacio
6.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We checked in late due to our flight was delayed nobody in check in counter. Receptionist came after 30 minutes and we are able to get in. It was sunday evening, it was a happy hour with a small space to walk due to guest are in the walkway drinking, singing and smoking weed. It was peaceful and for us conservative traveller the ambiance we don’t like. But we some nearby hostel because we extended our stay in Sydney for 2 2 nights it was calm and quiet unlike the Original. In that particular there are many hostels and a walk to train station.
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Benjamin
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wouldn’t rush back - private room does not look anything like the condition it was advertised in. Not convinced it had been cleaned & am pretty sure someone came in my room (not to service it) while I was away.
carolyn
8.0
/10
Reviewed 112 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff were friendly and it’s in a great location.
Spence
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 138 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean hostel all around. You could see cleaning done everyday. The kitchen was a huge plus for me because it saved me a lot of money on eating out. Three dinners were provided each week promoting social interactions with other guests. If I need a place to stay in the future I will be back
Rodrigo
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 147 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Well its noisy, and their is no repecy about quiet times and no one to keep control of it. Its not clean enough. Toilet Sinks were not drain properly.
Joel
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 148 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

great service great experience
Maria Theresa
10.0
/10
Reviewed 161 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

For the simple backpacker. Train station is just a walk away
Paul
icon-Business
Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 170 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I can't comment on the amenities as I had to cancel my 2 night booking less than half an hour after making it. They failed to respond at all to repeated requests from Wotif for a refund, but instead chose to just take ALL of my money and refund nothing even though their own policy says they are entitled to take one night. Why? because THEY took too long to reply to Wotif's multiple requests. So the lesson here is if there is a possibility that you may have to cancel a booking, DON'T BOOK WITH ORIGINAL BACKPACKERS! They'll just take your money anyway.
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Tyler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 171 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved my stay
Verified traveler
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 176 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Friendly environment and staff Comfortable bed but a bit noisy and shaking
Antonio
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 176 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I stayed in a double room with a private bathroom. I pay the same amount that any hotel in the area would charge for the same room. However, the room did not have soap or shampoo or anything to shower/clean-up. Its disappointing to pay more than $100 per night and to not even have a tiny piece of soap to shower.
Pharinya
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 203 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly staff cozy place
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 363 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff are really friendly and helpful. My room was clean. The location is good. I would stay there again
Porkypie
icon-Business
Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 369 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was bitten by bedbugs and still suffering from it. Unbelievable that bedbugs can be found in winter time. The staff was friendly and allowed me to cancel further bookings but it is a matter of hygiene; cleaners might do didge jobs.
Matt
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 377 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

really nice hostel, will be back
Aleksandar
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with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 379 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very dirty and didn’t end up sleeping there because off that. Basically payed for a storage unit. Very disappointing. If I was hotels.com I would not advertise them.
Jennifer
10.0
/10
Reviewed 381 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It was the second time booking here, I stayed in a female only 12 bed dorm and I enjoyed it. Relaxing hostel
Jennifer
10.0
/10
Reviewed 381 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Cute hostel in a nice older building
Verified traveler
icon-with Friends
with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 382 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hostel is bright and in a great location - nice and airy. Great wifi and Netflix on TV!
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Original Backpackers

Traveloka (4)
Other sources (86)
7.0
Pleasant
From 86 reviews
Cleanliness

6.8

Room Comfort

6.2

Location

6.0

Service and Facilites

8.0

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Traveller Reviews Original Backpackers

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40
Top reviews
Gene
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 26 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Keeping in mind that this is a hostle, the private room I had was small but very clean and comfortable. I didn't see a dorm but the other guests seemed to be having a very good time.
Protacio
6.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We checked in late due to our flight was delayed nobody in check in counter. Receptionist came after 30 minutes and we are able to get in. It was sunday evening, it was a happy hour with a small space to walk due to guest are in the walkway drinking, singing and smoking weed. It was peaceful and for us conservative traveller the ambiance we don’t like. But we some nearby hostel because we extended our stay in Sydney for 2 2 nights it was calm and quiet unlike the Original. In that particular there are many hostels and a walk to train station.
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Benjamin
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 55 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wouldn’t rush back - private room does not look anything like the condition it was advertised in. Not convinced it had been cleaned & am pretty sure someone came in my room (not to service it) while I was away.
carolyn
8.0
/10
Reviewed 112 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff were friendly and it’s in a great location.
Spence
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 138 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean hostel all around. You could see cleaning done everyday. The kitchen was a huge plus for me because it saved me a lot of money on eating out. Three dinners were provided each week promoting social interactions with other guests. If I need a place to stay in the future I will be back
Rodrigo
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 147 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Well its noisy, and their is no repecy about quiet times and no one to keep control of it. Its not clean enough. Toilet Sinks were not drain properly.
Joel
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 148 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

great service great experience
Maria Theresa
10.0
/10
Reviewed 161 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

For the simple backpacker. Train station is just a walk away
Paul
icon-Business
Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 170 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I can't comment on the amenities as I had to cancel my 2 night booking less than half an hour after making it. They failed to respond at all to repeated requests from Wotif for a refund, but instead chose to just take ALL of my money and refund nothing even though their own policy says they are entitled to take one night. Why? because THEY took too long to reply to Wotif's multiple requests. So the lesson here is if there is a possibility that you may have to cancel a booking, DON'T BOOK WITH ORIGINAL BACKPACKERS! They'll just take your money anyway.
Read More
Tyler
10.0
/10
Reviewed 171 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Loved my stay
Verified traveler
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 176 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Friendly environment and staff Comfortable bed but a bit noisy and shaking
Antonio
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 176 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I stayed in a double room with a private bathroom. I pay the same amount that any hotel in the area would charge for the same room. However, the room did not have soap or shampoo or anything to shower/clean-up. Its disappointing to pay more than $100 per night and to not even have a tiny piece of soap to shower.
Pharinya
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 203 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly staff cozy place
Verified traveler
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 363 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff are really friendly and helpful. My room was clean. The location is good. I would stay there again
Porkypie
icon-Business
Business
2.0
/10
Reviewed 369 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I was bitten by bedbugs and still suffering from it. Unbelievable that bedbugs can be found in winter time. The staff was friendly and allowed me to cancel further bookings but it is a matter of hygiene; cleaners might do didge jobs.
Matt
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 377 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

really nice hostel, will be back
Aleksandar
icon-with Partner
with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 379 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very dirty and didn’t end up sleeping there because off that. Basically payed for a storage unit. Very disappointing. If I was hotels.com I would not advertise them.
Jennifer
10.0
/10
Reviewed 381 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It was the second time booking here, I stayed in a female only 12 bed dorm and I enjoyed it. Relaxing hostel
Jennifer
10.0
/10
Reviewed 381 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Cute hostel in a nice older building
Verified traveler
icon-with Friends
with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 382 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hostel is bright and in a great location - nice and airy. Great wifi and Netflix on TV!
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