Home Backpackers

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

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Home Backpackers

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Property grounds
Point of interest
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bathroom shower
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview of Home Backpackers

6.0

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Location

238 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills, NSW, 2000
  • Popular LocationSydney Central Station4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCapitol Theatre5 min walk
  • Popular LocationGreen Square Station9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSydney Circular Quay Station9 min drive
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Room options

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Bed in a Six Bed Female Dorm

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

cleanliness

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
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 Six Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Business Double or Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Bed in a Four Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Sydney

Home Backpackers is located in Surry Hills, a neighborhood in Sydney, and is near a metro station. Sydney Tower Eye and Sydney Opera House are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sydney Showground or Qudos Bank Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving.

What's nearby

  • Sydney Tower Eye - 16 min walk
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 3 min drive
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yod - 3 min walk
  • Yok Yor Thai Food Factory - 3 min walk
  • Single O - 2 min walk
  • Saigon Summer - 2 min walk
  • Tio's - 3 min walk

About this property

Home Backpackers

Hostel near SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Located close to Sydney Tower Eye and Circular Quay, Home Backpackers provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Home Backpackers have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Irons/ironing boards and laundry detergent
  • Communal kitchens, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shower
  • Towels

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 percent 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is Home Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Home Backpackers?

Home Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Home Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Home Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Home Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–5:00 PM on request. A fee of AUD 15 per person applies.

Where is Home Backpackers located?

Located in Surry Hills, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sydney Tower Eye and SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Central Light Rail Station and Capitol Square Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Home Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 293 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 293 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 293 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 293 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 293 reviews" "

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Abigail

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

A, Australia

Liked: Staff & service
There are some fan in the room. But still hot. The staff is friendly and helpful. Even though I checked in around 11pm. The room was more clean than I expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

anonymous

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean bedrooms. Lovely staff. For simple budget, will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is no explanation for ths area. We have to ne actively asking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Maria Manuela

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The lady in the reception was really nice and friendly. The good thing about this hostel is that you can book a private room for a very reasonable price and its location is amazing. Bathroom was ok. Overall ok.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was an unexpected gem! The staff at check in were so friendly and helpful. The room was super clean and the facilities were clean and functional. It is very close to Central train station and there are lots of places to eat nearby. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019