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Original Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Sydney Tower Eye

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Courtyard
Café
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Property grounds
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
At Original Backpackers, experience Sydney like a local. Enjoy the garden patio for a peaceful retreat and the arcade/game room for social fun. With WiFi and continental breakfast, plan visits to nearby Mrs. Macquarie's Chair and the Sydney Opera House effortlessly.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

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  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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4 Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

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  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room, Private Bathroom

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  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

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  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

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  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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10 Bed Dorm (Women Only)

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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8 Bed Dorm (Women Only)

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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6 Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

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  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
160-162 Victoria Street, Kings Cross, Potts Point, NSW, 2011

What's nearby

  • Sydney Tower Eye - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Taronga Zoo - 11 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 2 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Potts Point Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Butler - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bowls Eatery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Boccone - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Original Backpackers

Hostel near Sydney Tower Eye
Located close to Mrs. Macquarie's Chair and Sydney Opera House, Original Backpackers provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Coffee/tea in reception, concierge services and multilingual staff
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information and a vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at Original Backpackers include perks, such as laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, fridges and cookware/dishes/utensils

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

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

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 25 per day (1640 ft away)

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

Property is also known as

Original Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
Original Backpackers Hostel
Original Backpackers Potts Point
Original Backpackers
Original Backpackers Potts Point
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Potts Point

Frequently asked questions

Is Original Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Original Backpackers?

As of 20 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Backpackers on 22 Sept, 2025 start from S$83.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Original Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Original Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Original Backpackers located?

Located in Potts Point, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sydney Tower Eye and Mrs. Macquarie's Chair. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 2-minute walk and St. James Station is 16 minutes.

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