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Newtown Backpackers Hostel

6.9
Good (806 reviews) |
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Sep 08, 2025 - Sep 09, 2025
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Newtown Backpackers Hostel Sydney

Overview

  • outdoor swimming pool
  • private parking
  • free wifi
  • family rooms
  • non-smoking rooms
  • laundry
  • terrace
  • daily housekeeping
  • bbq facilities
  • heating

Intro

Situated within 5 minutes' walk of Newtown Church Hall, Newtown Backpackers Hostel Sydney offers a terrace for guests to unwind. Offering a private parking lot on site, the Sydney hostel is a few moments from Camperdown Memorial Rest Park.

Rooms

Some rooms welcome guests with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with comforts like ironing facilities and an air conditioner. The rooms are also appointed with elegant furnishings and carpeted flooring. Offering such amenities as towels, the private bathrooms at this accommodation have a shower.

Location

Offerring a location 2.2 km from Powerhouse Museum, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Belvoir Street Theatre, which is 2.7 km away. Newtown Baptist Church, a nearby place of worship, is a short distance from the property.

Eat

The café Cordial is within easy walking distance of the hostel. At the property, you will find a shared kitchen.

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Rooms

Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 12 m2
Max capacity: +
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
Room size: 15 m2
Max capacity: +
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 20 m2
Max capacity: +
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 20 m2
Max capacity: +
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 12 m2
Max capacity: +
Budget Single Room
Room size: 8 m2
Max capacity:
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Relax

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Activities for Kids

  • Board games

Reviews

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  • Cleanliness 6.7
  • Comfort 6.7
  • Facilities 6.8
  • Free WiFi 7.9
  • Location 8.2
  • Total 6.5
  • Value for money 7.2
M

Martin

8.2/10
The cleanliness of our room was top-notch, and the location was perfect, with plenty of nearby cafés and restaurants. We also appreciated the convenience of secure luggage storage, which made our travel plans much easier.
T

Troy

8.6/10
I really enjoyed the hotel's fantastic location, which was just a short walk to both the train station and nearby shops, making it super convenient for exploring. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, which added to the welcoming atmosphere, and I was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness of the shared facilities. the bed was quite comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep.
M

Mathew

8.2/10
We loved the friendly staff and excellent location. The hotel was very clean, and we appreciated the cooking facilities. It had a great atmosphere with people from different cultures.
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Location

5-11 Egan Street, Newtown
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Chinese Garden of Friendship 2.73 km (1.70 mi.)
  • 2. Nicholson Museum 1.07 km (3510 ft)
  • 3. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium 3.26 km (2.03 mi.)
  • 4. Camperdown Cemetery 160 m (525 ft)
  • 5. University of Sydney 1.30 km (4265 ft)
  • 6. Carriageworks Farmers Market 1.19 km (3904 ft)
  • 7. White Rabbit Gallery 2.27 km (1.41 mi.)
  • 8. Macleay Museum 1.13 km (3707 ft)
  • 9. Australian National Maritime Museum 3.15 km (1.96 mi.)
  • 10. Darling Harbour 3.03 km (1.88 mi.)
  • 1. Campos 250 m (820 ft)
  • 2. Cloud 9 Chocolate Cafe 60 m (197 ft)
  • 3. Newtown Thai 130 m (427 ft)
  • 4. The Italian Bowl 270 m (886 ft)
  • 5. Istanbul On King 150 m (492 ft)
  • 6. Blossom Lotus 500 m (1640 ft)
  • 7. Hikaru 320 m (1050 ft)
  • 8. Dumpling King Chinese Restaurant 530 m (1739 ft)
  • 9. Tamana's Northern Indian Diner 540 m (1772 ft)
  • 10. Clems Chicken 590 m (1936 ft)
  • 1. Sydney Newtown 850 m (2789 ft)
  • 2. Macdonaldtown 880 m (2887 ft)
  • 3. Sydney Erskineville 1.16 km (3806 ft)
  • 4. Sydney Stanmore 1.89 km (1.17 mi.)
  • 5. King St opp Georgina St 530 m (1739 ft)
  • 6. Church Street 540 m (1772 ft)
  • 7. Northwood Street 560 m (1837 ft)
  • 8. King St after Queen St 610 m (2001 ft)
  • 9. Glebe 2.57 km (1.60 mi.)