Big Backpackers Hostel

Hostel in Sydney, a quick walk to Hyde Park

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Big Backpackers Hostel is the perfect base for exploring Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Unwind in the garden, browse books in the library, or enjoy a barbecue on the terrace with outdoor furniture – you'll feel right at home with amenities like laundry facilities, luggage storage and an outdoor entertainment area.

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Laundry
Free WiFi
Business services

P4,936 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Tomorrow

Oct 4 - Oct 5

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 24 of 24 rooms

Bed In Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Female Only)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only). (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Single Ensuite Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

13 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Twin Ensuite Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Ensuite Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

20 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

8 Share Dorm - Mixed, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Stovetop

28 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

8 Share Dorm - Female Only, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Stovetop

26 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Stovetop

15 sq m
Sleeps 1
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Stovetop

13 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Single Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 1

Double Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Twin Hostel Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2

Family Hostel Room (4 Person) With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 4

Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Stovetop

28 sq m
Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Stovetop

28 sq m
Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory with Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs only)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 2-Bed Shared Male Dorm with Ensuite (Ages 18-40yrs)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Microwave

Kitchen island

Freezer

13 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Female Only)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In 2-Bed Shared Female Dormitory With Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Female Only)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In 2-Bed Shared Male Dormitory With Private Bathroom (Ages 18-40yrs Only). (Male Only)

Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Ensuite Bathroom (Age 18-40yrs Only) (Mixed Gender)

Sleeps 1

Double Room Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Surry Hills, a neighborhood in Sydney, Big Backpackers Hostel is near a metro station. Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Royal Botanic Gardens. Circular Quay and Bondi Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended.

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212 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010

What's nearby

Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hyde Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 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

Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
Sydney Central Station - 5 min walk
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Single O - ‬2 min walk
‪Spice I Am - ‬1 min walk
‪Surry Hills Hotel - ‬1 min walk
‪Yod - ‬2 min walk
‪Chon Siam - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Big Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Hyde Park

Located close to Royal Botanic Gardens and Circular Quay, Big Backpackers Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.

You'll also find perks like:

Books, multilingual staff, and an elevator
A foosball table, coffee/tea in the lobby, and outdoor furniture
A front-desk safe, a living plant wall, and coworking spaces

Room features

All guestrooms at Big Backpackers Hostel feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and kitchen islands.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Showers and toilet paper
Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Breakfast available

P6,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Bicycle tours
Books
Foosball table
Games
Library
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Computer station
Coworking space

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (39 inch wide door)
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

4 floors
Built in 2002
Communal living room
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Living plant wall
Rooftop garden

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Shower
Toilet paper

Food and drink

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Kitchen island
Microwave
Mixer
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Toaster

Air conditioning
Heating
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

This property only accepts guests between the ages of 18 and 40 in dormitory room types.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

A late check-out fee will be charged

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property Registration Number 99099650914

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Big Hostel Surry Hills

Big Surry Hills

Big Hostel

Big Backpackers Hostel Surry Hills

Big Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Backpackers Hostel?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Backpackers Hostel on Oct 12, 2025 start from P 4,487.51, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Big Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Big Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Big Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Surry Hills, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hyde Park and Royal Botanic Gardens. Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Capitol Square Light Rail Station is only a 4-minute walk and Museum Station is 5 minutes.