790 on George Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Capitol Theatre

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Reception
Property amenity
Front of property

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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790 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Private Double with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

6 Share Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Share Female Dorm

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Twin with Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

6 Share Male Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

8 Share Mix Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

6 Share Mix Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Share Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Sydney

At 790 on George Backpackers you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Haymarket hostel include Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall.

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Great Southern Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Side Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Khao Man Kai - ‬1 min walk

About this property

790 on George Backpackers

Hostel with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Capitol Theatre
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. 790 on George Backpackers also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 282 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
790 on George Backpackers offers 282 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 10.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, cash and mobile payments. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 790 on George Backpackers?

The closest beach to 790 on George Backpackers is Coogee Beach (6.5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at 790 on George Backpackers?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 790 on George Backpackers on 4 Nov 2025 start from NZ$146.04, 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.

Does 790 on George Backpackers serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 790 on George Backpackers?

No, 790 on George Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 790 on George Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at 790 on George Backpackers?

No, only service animals are allowed.