Big Backpackers Hostel | Hostel in Surry Hills

8.0 (389 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom
Surry Hills Hostel | Big Backpackers Hostel

1 Bedroom Hostel in Surry Hills

Hostel in Sydney, 6-minute walk to Hyde Park
This hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a computer station, and a library are onsite.
Big Backpackers Hostel offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Designated Smoking Area
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Water-efficient toilets only
Breakfast
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Mixer
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchen island
Parking
  • No onsite parking available
Accessibility
  • Elevator
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Fitness center (discounted access)
  • Foosball table
  • Bicycle tour information
General
  • Coworking space
  • Computer station
  • Elevator
  • Vending machine
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Spanish
  • English
  • German
  • Books
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Rooftop garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • TV in lobby
  • Games
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Communal living room
Guest Services
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Laundry facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 pm; check-in end time: 9:00 pm late check-in subject to availability
Check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
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.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

Cashless transactions are available 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 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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit 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.

Reviews

Rattanasin
Dec 16, 2025 06:06:14 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Staff very nice
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)
Room Size: 215 square feet m2
2 Double Bed and Twin Bunk Bed
Family Ensuite Room (4 Adults)

General

Square meters - 20, Number of living rooms 0, Square feet - 215, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 6, Towels provided, Bed count maximum 3, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 3
Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)
Room Size: 301 square feet m2
3 Twin Bunk Beds
Bed in 6 Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

General

Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Bed count minimum 6, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shared accommodation, Towels not available, Square meters - 28, Bed count maximum 6, Square feet - 301, Shared bathroom, Number of bathrooms - 1
Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)
Room Size: 301 square feet m2
3 Twin Bunk Beds
Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

General

Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Bed count minimum 6, LED light bulbs, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shared accommodation, Towels not available, Square meters - 28, Bed count maximum 6, Square feet - 301, Shared bathroom, Number of bathrooms - 1
Double Ensuite Room
Room Size: 172 square feet m2
1 Double Bed
Double Ensuite Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 172, Ping - 5, Square meters - 16, Towels provided, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)
Room Size: 156 square feet m2
2 Twin Bunk Beds
4 Share Ensuite Dorm (Age 18-40)

General

Bed count minimum 4, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shared accommodation, Towels not available, Ping - 4.38, Square meters - 14.5, Shared bathroom, Bed count maximum 4, Square feet - 156, Number of bathrooms - 1
Twin Ensuite Room
Room Size: 140 square feet m2
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Twin Ensuite Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 4, Square feet - 140, Towels provided, Square meters - 13, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
8 Share Dorm - Female Only, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)
Room Size: 279 square feet m2
1 Twin Bunk Bed
8 Share Dorm - Female Only, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

General

Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shared accommodation, Towels not available, Square meters - 26, Square feet - 279, Shared bathroom, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory with Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs only)
Room Size: m2
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed in 2-Bed Female Only Dormitory with Ensuite (Age 18-40yrs only)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Towels not available, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Bed in 2-Bed Shared Male Dorm with Ensuite (Ages 18-40yrs)
Room Size: 140 square feet m2
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Bed in 2-Bed Shared Male Dorm with Ensuite (Ages 18-40yrs)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 4, Shared accommodation, Towels not available, Square feet - 140, Square meters - 13, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Single Ensuite Room
Room Size: 136 square feet m2
1 Twin Bed
Single Ensuite Room

General

Number of living rooms 0, Private bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 4, Towels provided, Square feet - 136, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square meters - 12.6, Number of bathrooms - 1
8 Share Dorm - Mixed, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)
Room Size: 301 square feet m2
1 Twin Bed
8 Share Dorm - Mixed, Shared Bathroom (Age 18-40)

General

Ping - 8, Number of living rooms 0, LED light bulbs, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shared accommodation, Towels not available, Square meters - 28, Square feet - 301, Shared bathroom, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
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