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Newtown Backpackers

2 stars
6.9
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based on 1444 reviews
1,444 reviews
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW
+61 295 503 236
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Thu 15/10
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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.
6.9
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1444 reviews

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Amenities at Newtown Backpackers

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

Reviews of Newtown Backpackers

6.9
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1444 verified ratings
Wonderful
369
Very good
284
Good
290
Okay
136
Fair
123
Mediocre
75
Poor
167

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Location

5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW

What's nearby

  • University of Sydney0.5 mi
  • Darling Harbour1.7 mi
  • Star Casino1.9 mi
  • Australian National Maritime Museum2 mi
  • Moore Park2 mi
  • George Street2 mi
  • Hyde Park2.2 mi
  • Sydney Tower2.2 mi
  • St Mary's Cathedral2.4 mi
  • Sydney Cricket Ground2.5 mi
  • Kings Cross2.8 mi
  • Circular Quay2.8 mi

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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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May
February
£21
£20
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 121% rise in price.
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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 £20. The most expensive month is December at £77 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 £20. The most expensive day is Thursday at £87 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 May and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Newtown Backpackers, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Newtown Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £24, while the most expensive was £24.
  • How long should you stay at Newtown Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 7 days.

FAQs when booking at Newtown Backpackers

  • Where is Newtown Backpackers located?

    Newtown Backpackers is located at 5-11 Egan Street in Newtown, 1.9 miles 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 3.1 miles from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Newtown Backpackers is 26.5 miles 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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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

1.9 mi
Sydney Kingsford Smith
3.1 mi

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