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Maze Backpackers

1.5 star property
Adults-only hostel in Sydney

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Reception
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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

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417 Pitt St, Haymarket, NSW, 02000
  • Place, World Square Shopping Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Sydney

Maze Backpackers puts you in the heart of Sydney, within steps of popular attractions like World Square Shopping Centre and Capitol Theatre. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a terrace and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Haymarket hostel include International Convention Centre Sydney and Hyde Park.
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What's nearby

  • World Square Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chat Thai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Show Neua Thai Street Food - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tawandang - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Khao Neow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Boon Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Maze Backpackers

Adults-only hostel in Sydney
As a guest of Maze Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Maze Backpackers also features laundry facilities and a television in common area.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 200 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1800
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Maze Backpackers offers 200 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a ceiling fan. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Hairdryers and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 35 per night); discounts available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older 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 20 per person, 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 35 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Maze Backpackers
Maze Backpackers Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel
Maze Backpackers Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Maze Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Maze Backpackers?

Maze Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Maze Backpackers?

As of 15 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maze Backpackers on 16 Feb 2026 start from NZ$158.10, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Maze Backpackers?

The closest beach to Maze Backpackers is Coogee Beach (6.6 km).

Is Maze Backpackers family-friendly?

No, Maze Backpackers is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Maze Backpackers?

No, Maze Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Maze Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Maze Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Maze Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 952 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 952 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 270 out of 952 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 952 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 952 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a single room - bed was comfy. Sheets blankets pillow were clean. My only complaint was the kitchen was for the whole place it was large but got very hectic - the Casual seating area Had a pool table and again got hectic. - the only place I had to sit was my room - but there was no chair - overall. It was good value - the bad things were just my personal preference on things and previous stays at other backpackers that had supplied them - I did love it was 24/7 for the front desk. Bathrooms were clean ( also I’m 58 im Not into Socialising with lots of people lol ). But would recommend for backpackers who like to socialise :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amenities & staff but loose points for poor wifi, lack of PowerPoint's and mould in the bathrooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Jamie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only room in the entire building that has air conditioning is the reception. Room was stuffy, We had a tiny fan in our room blowing hot air. The bunk beds were not comfy at all. You can feel the springs under the mattress. Bathroom was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly, helpful staff. Room was small & basic, but clean & decent value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jono

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
There were cockroaches in the room, it was very hot and very loud due to plant noise right outside the window. Only thing going for it was the price but when you can’t sleep, it’s not worth very much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dyandra

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place. Alot of restaurant..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

yenting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Phoebe

Accomadation is very dated but the showers and rooms are okay to use. The atmosphere is a bit strange. I have seen others comment about the 'bitchiness' around by other guests which is quite accurate but not a reflection of the staff themselves. I would stop in again, as it is conventionaly located near shops including grocery stores. I was given a quiet room thankfully abd the ceiling fan was used religiously. I would reccomend
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Giovanna Ninoska Vargas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time! Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Abby

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cerana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for making my stay great!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Toby

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Olly

Liked: Staff & service
The accommodation is a bit more rundown than the pictures and to get a blanket and more then 1 pillow you have to pay a deposit that you get back at the end of your stay but still annoying another $30 I could of spent on my holiday and with no heater in the room you do need it also the hand dryer in bathroom didn’t work the whole time I was there and the sanitary bins had not been emptied in days. But the staff were lovey
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good location, good hostel

Maze backpackers did exactly what we needed, located in a pretty good spot in the CBD. Sydney is pretty massive, so you need to walk or take taxis to get anywhere fast, but a comfortable walk from the Darling Harbour area with lots of shopping around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bridger

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tayla

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Beds were nice but had to show if every time I entered and wait for them to check that I was a guest. Very inconvenient. But overall amazing location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nima

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025