Big Backpackers Hostel

7.5Good2,285 reviewsSee rooms

Hostel

Facilities at a glance

Free Wi-Fi
Bar
Daily housekeeping
Family rooms
Elevator
Non-smoking rooms

About this place

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!

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14 room types

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Room type	Guests	Show prices
Double Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom 14 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only) 28 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Single Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom 12 m²Twin beds	Sleeps 1	Show prices
4-Person Backpackers Hostel Family Room with Private Bathroom 24 m²Double bed, 2 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 4	Show prices
Bed In 2-Bed Male Only Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Ages 18-40 Years) 15 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40) 14 m²2 × Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only) 20 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only) 20 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only) 28 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Double Room With Shared Bathroom 13 m²Double bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Twin Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom 12 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 2	Show prices
Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (ages 18-40 years) 13 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bed in 2-Bed Male Only Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (ages 18-40 years) 13 m²Twin beds	Sleeps 1	Show prices
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 40 years) 16 m²Bunk bed	Sleeps 1	Show prices

What this place offers

Internet

Free Wi-Fi

Food & drink

Services

Laundry
Daily housekeeping

Family

Family rooms

Accessibility

Accessible
Elevator

General

Non-smoking rooms

Location

Address
212 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, 2010, Australia
0.7 km from the center of Sydney
Nearby landmarks
- Australian Museum0.8 km
- Sydney Football Stadium1.8 km
- Sydney Opera House2.6 km
- Sydney Harbour Bridge3.1 km

Questions about this stay

Quick answers from the information this property gives us.

What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 14:00. Check-out by 10:00.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, this property lists free Wi-Fi.

Guest reviews

7.52,285 reviews

Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.

Cleanliness7.0

Service8.5

Location9.0

Room quality7.5

Amenities6.5

Value for money8.0

Food and drink7.0

Gael
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
8.0
“Might check out cheap hotels in the area next time”
+9 For location, 7 - 8 for everything else
−Only soap was provided, no shampoo etc. That would have been OK but our soap dispenser was empty!
Lukáš
Czechia · Solo · October 2026
3.0
+About the only pleasant thing was the location of the hostel,just a short distance from the main train station and the CBD.
−The cleanliness of the accommodation was not good. The kitchen was dirty, mold was visible, there were piles of dust, and old moldy towels were under the dishes. The stove was full of accumulated food scraps. The laundry room was musty, the washing machines were dirty, and the dryers had clogged filters. The room and toilets were not as bad, but even there was definitely room for improvement. Toilet paper or soap were often missing. The equipment was broken. The air fryer is loaned out against a signature to prevent damage and ensure it is returned clean. Yet its handle was broken off and it was not cleaned anyway. What is the point of that then?
Dor
Mexico · Solo · October 2026
3.0
“Staff is really great. Facilities aren’t”
+Location and shower
−The bed was super uncomfortable, really big and firm pillow couldn’t really use it. I was on the upper bed in the dorms and it’s so unstable that every time the guy in the lower bed moved I felt I’m on a boat. Didn’t sleep that one night I was there.. And to take 6 dollar for a “towel rent”? Take a deposit or something.. I was there for 1 night so payed 6 dollar for one shower. Idk I find in weird 🤷🏻‍♂️
PeiChun
Australia · Solo · October 2026
8.0
“Computer Issue”
+The way we can leave luggage and use public areas before check-in was very convenient.
−I don't understand why I have to check-in all my info again, when I already did it online the day before. I assume that either the computer at reception doesn't update data or the staff I met was simply new and unfamiliar.
Jiajun
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2026
8.0
+One of the best choices to live in Sydney CBD with limited budget but want to have a private bathroom, near to Central Station and not far away from main attractions.
−Some facilities are quite old, but consider the price, they are acceptable.
Christina
New Zealand · Solo · October 2026
6.0
“Friendly staff, just unavailable.”
+Friendly staff, good location and the room was well sized.
−Staff were unavailable for check in and took about 20 mins if not longer to be at the desk. It was advised in the instructions that you can just drop your luggage off, but there was no way to access the facilities unless checked in by staff. Luggage drop off was also located at the back room where you can just walk in. Multiple people had also arrived to check in at the same time. Calls and bookings messages were also sent but there was no contact made. It seems there was a staff shortage or staff members were assigned tasks that required them to be away from their desk. It was pretty inconvenient to wait around without any comms as I had somewhere to be and needed to access the facilities. The light at the bedside had no where to connect to so this could not be used. The only plug point was located on the opposite side of the room and no where near the bedside.
Olivier
France · Couple · October 2026
10.0
+Personnel très sympa et accueillant. Bon emplacement, dans un quartier animé, proche de la gare et à 30mn à pied (et moins en bus) de Circular Quay et de l'Opéra.
−Oreillers trop épais et/ou trop durs.
celeste
Denmark · Solo · October 2026
4.0
+Queda cómodo si necesitas estar cerca de la estación central
−Casi no hay enchufes en la habitación, olía mal y estaba muy sucio.

Good to know

Check-in & check-out
Check-in from 14:00 · check-out until 10:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed

Facilities at a glance

About this place

Choose your unit

14 room types

Double Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only)

Single Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom

4-Person Backpackers Hostel Family Room with Private Bathroom

Bed In 2-Bed Male Only Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Ages 18-40 Years)

4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only)

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-40 years only)

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18-40 years only)

Double Room With Shared Bathroom

Twin Backpackers Hostel Room with Private Bathroom

Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (ages 18-40 years)

Bed in 2-Bed Male Only Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom (ages 18-40 years)

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 40 years)

What this place offers

Internet

Food & drink

Services

Family

Accessibility

General

Location

Address

Nearby landmarks

Questions about this stay

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Is Wi-Fi included?

Guest reviews

Good to know

Check-in & check-out

Pets

Guest reviews