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Funk House Backpackers

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with free breakfast and rooftop terrace

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Lobby
Interior detail
Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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23 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Domain
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Four Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Laptop-compatible safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Three Bed Dormitory

Three Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Laptop-compatible safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Private Twin Room

Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Private Twin Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Laptop-compatible safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Private Double Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Laptop-compatible safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Laptop-compatible safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Single Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
Laptop-compatible safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sydney

At Funk House Backpackers you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Circular Quay and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Sydney Opera House. Highlights at this Art Deco hostel include free continental breakfast and a rooftop terrace. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Potts Point hostel include Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall.
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What's nearby

  • William Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Domain - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hyde Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Martin Place - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Potts Point Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Maki Sushi Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pad Thai Chai Yo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Boccone - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Llankelly Thai - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Funk House Backpackers

Art Deco hostel with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
Free breakfast is available. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport at scheduled times is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Funk House Backpackers.

This Art Deco Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1920
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Funk House Backpackers offers 45 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a safe. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 9 AM to 5 PM at scheduled times

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 20 per stay

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 14 per person (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 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

Funk House Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
Funk House Backpackers Potts Point
Funk House Backpackers Potts
Funk House Backpackers Potts Point
Funk House Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Funk House Backpackers?

The closest beach to Funk House Backpackers is Manly Beach (11.3 km).

Does Funk House Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is on offer at Funk House Backpackers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Funk House Backpackers?

No, but there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs from 9 AM - 5 PM at scheduled times for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Funk House Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Funk House Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Funk House Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 95 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

bad hostel

terrible hostel, bed was literally just a thick foam pad, hostel smelled, reception was meh

8/10 Good

beau , canberra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to everything

Good place to crash out after being on it all night

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

It's good for young people.good location near bars

All of ok except share toilet and bathroom.easy check in when they have free room

8/10 Good

Mike, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Facilities: Typical; Value: Economical; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Grubby; Friendly Staff

10/10 Excellent

Chris, China

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Economical; Service: Outstanding; Solid wifi, have free maps of the city

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Funk house NSW

Small 4 bunk room, clean and tidy. Excellent king cross central location. Free breakfast was a nice touch.

8/10 Good

Lachlan, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Staff & service

6/10 Okay

Duncan, Australia - QLD - Sunshine Coast

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Average price; Service: Basic; Cleanliness: Filthy, Smelly;

8/10 Good

Ashleigh, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Typical; Value: Inexpensive; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Clean;

4/10 Poor

James, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Disliked: Staff & service
Service: Rude, Bad, Awful;

8/10 Good

Lara, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Jenika, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

Han, Malaysia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Facilities: Basic; Value: Moderate; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Dirty; Overall is a great place to stay for backpackers

8/10 Good

Stephen, Australia - NSW - Newcastle

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Basic, Modest; Value: Affordable; Service: Respectful, Friendly, Courteous;

10/10 Excellent

Kai, Australia - VIC - Regional VIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Bargain; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless; Need somewhere to hang towel and clothes when having a shower.

10/10 Excellent

mitchell, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
awesome vibe. friendly staff. I will be back for sure

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Everyday; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional, Friendly; Cleanliness: Neat;

6/10 Okay

nguyet

Disliked: Cleanliness
Facilities: Typical; Value: Moderate; Service: Basic; Cleanliness: Lacking;

8/10 Good

Melissa, Australia - NSW - Newcastle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff

10/10 Excellent

Tasha, Australia - TAS - Hobart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: clean and comfy; Value: Great deal; Service: friendly and helpful; Cleanliness: Beautiful;

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Very friendly staff

Very friendly and helpful staff willing to give directions and advice.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good for a night

We stayed for a night before meeting friends the next day. Nice place with a good deal on dinner and an portion for a group pub crawl. It looked like most people were there long term

8/10 Good

Qian, China

Liked: Staff & service
convinience

10/10 Excellent

Hilary, Australia - SA - Regional SA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: comfortable atmosphere; Value: very fair; Service: unbelievably friendly; Cleanliness: just right; perfect location close to everything and the sea was very close