Original Backpackers | Hostel in Sydney

7.1 (595 Reviews) |   15 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  24 Guests
Kings Cross Hostel | Original Backpackers

15 Bedroom Hostel in Kings Cross, Sydney

Set in a refurbished Victorian-style mansion, Original Backpackers offers free unlimited Wi-Fi . Guests have access to a large shared kitchen and a communal lounge area with cable TV and Netflix. Located in the heart of the Kings Cross nightlife district, Original Backpackers Hostel is a few minutes' walk from several bars and restaurants, and less than a 30-minute walk from the famous Sydney Opera House. Bondi Beach is a 30-minute bus ride away. Guests can relax in the central courtyard . Free coffee and tea is provided in the communal kitchen. Free breakfast is available daily, free dinner is offered 3 nights a week. Accommodations options include dormitory and private rooms. Some rooms include a TV and a DVD player. All ensuite double and twin rooms have a toilet, shower, sink, TV, refrigerator, kettle and free tea and coffee. There is a self-service laundry on-site. Reception 9am to 8pm. Cable TV with Netflix. Free breakfast every day, free dinners 3 nights, a weekly BBQ. Free bike storage and e-battery charging station

Original Backpackers is located in Sydney.

This 15 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Designated Smoking Area, TV, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 595 reviews with the average score of 7.1 . Coming to Sydney and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
  • Game room
  • Movie nights
  • Walking tours
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Entertainment staff
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Indoor play area
General
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Lockers
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Baggage storage
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that guests under 18 years old are not allowed in shared dormitories and must book a private room.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.55
Location:
8.74
Staff:
8.54
Facilities:
7.28
Comfort:
7
Cleanliness:
7.05
Rachelle Manya
Nov 29, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: I love this backpackers! I feel really at home staying here & I like the vibe & people here so much, I came back a second time to stay. Henry, the lovely English guy on reception was incredibly helpful & he carried my heavy 33kg suitcase up lots of stairs for me & he upgraded me to a nicer room with less people in it & he checked me in early & made my bed himself! He also gave me lots of good recommendations for Bali & was generally a really nice man. Danny was also very nice & said Henry could check me in early etc. All of the staff are really nice & friendly & in general I always enjoy my stay here
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroomnage (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 38 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 14 m2
3 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels

General

Heating, Fan, Laptop safe, Lockers

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 14 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, DVD player

General

Heating, Fan, Laptop safe, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 9 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, DVD player

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 12 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, DVD player

General

Heating, Fan, Laptop safe, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, DVD player

General

Heating, Fan, Laptop safe, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Electric kettle

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, DVD player

General

Heating, Fan, Laptop safe, Lockers

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18-36 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer, Toilet, Body soap, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Bathtub, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

Kitchen

Refrigerator

General

Privacy curtain, Lockers, Laptop safe, Heating, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
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