Original Backpackers Hostel

160-162 Victoria Street, Potts Point, Kings Cross, Sydney, Australia - Panoramic views
7.0/10 · 507 reviews

Offering tour/ticket assistance to its guests, Original Backpackers Hostel Sydney is located in the Wahren district of Sydney.

Location

The hostel is in the very heart of Sydney and just 450 metres from the Kings Cross Organic Food Market. The Anglican St James Parish Church, a nearby place of worship, is within reach of the Sydney hostel. The nearby educational landmarks include the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, which is 20 minutes on foot from the property.

Food & Drinks

A free continental breakfast is available. Serving Asian dishes, Ms G's is just near this Sydney hostel. Original Backpackers hostel comes with communal kitchens. Guests will also find Fitzroy Gardens Macleay St bus station, located within easy reach of the 40-room accommodation. You will find free WiFi and a television in the common room.

Why choose Original Backpackers Hostel Sydney

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  • Close to Kings Cross nightlife

  • Free breakfast every day

  • Large shared kitchen available

  • Clean and comfortable rooms

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • No Smoking

  • Child-friendly

  • No pets allowed

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  • Free Wi-Fi
  • No Smoking
  • Child-friendly
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking options

  • Parking

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV

Design

  • Curtains

General facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:30
Check-out:
from 08:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 37 per night
Check-in 16 Oct 2026
Check-out 17 Oct 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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          Check-in 16 Oct 2026
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          Original Backpackers
          Check-in:
          from 14:00 until 23:30
          Check-out:
          from 08:00 until 10:00
          • Children and extra beds
          • There are no cots provided in a room.