Newtown Backpackers

2 stars
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sydney, Australia
7.0
Good
based on 1357 reviews
1,357 reviews
Wed 5/11
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Thu 6/11
1 room, 2 guests
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$130
/Cheapest rate per night
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Nightly total
Double room
$130
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Overview

Offering an outdoor plunge pool, a communal terrace and a shared lounge area, Newtown Backpackers is located in the heart of Newtown, just 3 minutes' walk from King Street's bustling restaurants, bars and shops. Accommodation options include private room and dormitories. All include bed linen. All private rooms include a flat-screen TV, and towels, private rooms are not serviced daily only upon requests. At Newtown Backpackers you will find a shared kitchen, a BBQ area, luggage storage and free high-speed WiFi. We cannot guarantee that groups will stay in the same room when booking shared dorms. We do not guarantee that the whole stay will be in the same room.
7.0
Good rating
Based on 1,357 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Newtown Backpackers

Wed 5/11
Thu 6/11
Double room
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$130
nightly with fees
1 murphy bed
$154
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$169
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Newtown Backpackers

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Safe

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Tour desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Newtown Backpackers

7.0
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1357 verified ratings
Wonderful
352
Very good
271
Good
278
Okay
124
Fair
113
Mediocre
70
Poor
149

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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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Newtown Backpackers

  • How long should you stay at Newtown Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 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 136.3 km from Newcastle Williamtown.

  • 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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Distance to airport

7.6
3.0 km
Sydney Kingsford Smith
5.0 km

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