Newtown Backpackers

2 stars
7.0
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based on 1437 reviews
1,437 reviews
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW
+61 295 503 236
Sat 26/9
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Sun 27/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a computer station are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Newtown Backpackers offers 37 accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hostel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
7.0
Good
1437 reviews

Latest deals for Newtown Backpackers

Sat 26/9
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$55
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Compare prices for Standard Room, Double room and 8 more Newtown Backpackers deals.
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$55
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Double room, 1 double bed
$143
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Double room, bed type unknown
$130
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Double room, bed type unknown
$132
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Double room, bed type unknown
$137
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$140
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Double room, bed type unknown
$140
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Double room, 1 twin bed
$147
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Double room, bed type unknown
$153
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Double room, bed type unknown
$173
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Newtown Backpackers

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Refrigerator

Reviews of Newtown Backpackers

7.0
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1437 verified ratings
Wonderful
366
Very good
282
Good
289
Okay
135
Fair
123
Mediocre
75
Poor
167

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Location

5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW

What's nearby

  • University of Sydney0.8 km
  • Darling Harbour2.8 km
  • Star Casino3.1 km
  • Australian National Maritime Museum3.1 km
  • Moore Park3.2 km
  • George Street3.2 km
  • Hyde Park3.6 km
  • Sydney Tower3.6 km
  • St Mary's Cathedral3.9 km
  • Sydney Cricket Ground4 km
  • Kings Cross4.5 km
  • Circular Quay4.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Essential information about Newtown Backpackers

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Average price (weeknight)

July
February
$105
Cheapest month to stay with an average 68% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Newtown Backpackers

Which month has the cheapest rates at Newtown Backpackers?

The cheapest month to stay at Newtown Backpackers is July, with an average nightly rate of $45. The most expensive month is December at $178 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Newtown Backpackers?

The cheapest day to book Newtown Backpackers is Monday, with an average nightly rate of $42. The most expensive day is Friday at $167 per night.

How far in advance should you book Newtown Backpackers?

To get the best price at Newtown Backpackers, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 28% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Newtown Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Newtown Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and June.
  • The cheapest price a room at Newtown Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $167, while the most expensive was $167.
  • How long should you stay at Newtown Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Newtown Backpackers

  • Where is Newtown Backpackers located?

    Newtown Backpackers is located at 5-11 Egan Street in Newtown, 3 km from the centre of Sydney. University of Sydney is the closest landmark to Newtown Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Newtown Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Newtown Backpackers.

  • Does Newtown Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Newtown Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Newtown Backpackers from the airport?

    Newtown Backpackers is 5 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Newtown Backpackers is 42.6 km from Western Sydney Intl (Nancy-Bird Walton).

  • Does Newtown Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Newtown Backpackers has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Newtown Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Newtown Backpackers in Sydney and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Newtown Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Newtown Backpackers.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

3.0 km
Sydney Kingsford Smith
5.0 km

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