Jolly Swagman Backpackers
2.0 star property

Central hostel connected to a shopping centre in Potts Point with 10 restaurants

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Jolly Swagman Backpackers

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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
10 restaurants, dinner served

Overview of Jolly Swagman Backpackers

7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Business services

Your area essentials

27 Orwell Street, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
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Room options

Deluxe Single Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room Ensuite

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

2 Bed Private Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

4 Bed Private Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

3 Bed Private Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Individually furnished
Fridge
Fan
Hairdryer
6 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Oven
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Sydney

Located near the boardwalk, Jolly Swagman Backpackers is in Potts Point neighbourhood and is connected to a shopping centre. Sydney Tower Eye and Sydney Opera House are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Queen Victoria Building and The Rocks Markets. Royal Botanic Gardens and Sydney Harbour Bridge are two other places to visit that come recommended. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and ecotours, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Sydney.

What's nearby

  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 15 min walk
  • Sydney Tower Eye - 3 min drive
  • Queen Victoria Building - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 4 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 6 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kings Cross Station - 2 min walk
  • Et Al. Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • Hungry Jack's - 2 min walk
  • Potts Point Hotel - 2 min walk
  • Piña - 1 min walk

About this property

Jolly Swagman Backpackers

Hostel near Sydney Opera House
Located close to Royal Botanic Gardens and Sydney Tower Eye, Jolly Swagman Backpackers provides a free manager's reception, a terrace and 10 coffee shops/cafes. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 10 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a library.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and barbecues
  • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services and a computer station
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • 10 bars/lounges
  • 10 coffee shops/cafes
  • 10 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Private wine tours
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests will receive lockbox information
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 40 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Potts Point
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Pot
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Potts Point
Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Jolly Swagman Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Jolly Swagman Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Checkout is at 9 AM.

Does Jolly Swagman Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of AUD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Jolly Swagman Backpackers located?

Located in Potts Point, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Tower Eye and Queen Victoria Building. Sydney Opera House and The Rocks Markets are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and St. James Station is 18 minutes.

Jolly Swagman Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 503 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 503 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 503 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 503 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 503 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solo
Not as clean as expected. Didn't have flat sheet for the bedding, and saw some bugs in the bedroom. Good that late checkin was smooth. The receptionist was not available in person until very late in AM, but she is very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jess

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Gabriella

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay
Nice place for what it is. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Average

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Although the lack of air con is a big issue and everything’s a bit dated and sad. It could do with a spruce and lick of paint. Which they can definitely afford to do with the amount they charge, especially for the extras like washing machines and lockers. I paid an 8th of the price for hostels in south east Asia with better amenities and quality, And they felt like 5 star hotels. The WiFi was absolute garbage as well. It all feels a bit stingy, they really cut corners to save money, when they could do with air con, better WiFi (it’s the 21st century), electric locks, free luggage storage like the rest of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I paid for a 2-person girls only room. I was placed in a room with 6 other girls and one of them handed her key out to anyone including men. It was a total mess
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019