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Original Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Sydney Tower Eye

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Courtyard
Café
Double Room, Private Bathroom
Property grounds
Front of property

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

Explore the area

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160-162 Victoria Street, Kings Cross, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
  • Place, Hyde Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Tower Eye
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, Private Bathroom

Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 8 Bed Dorm (Women Only)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Dorm (Women Only)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

10 Bed Dorm (Women Only)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Sydney

At Original Backpackers you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Sydney Tower Eye and Mrs. Macquarie's Chair. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Potts Point hostel include SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Sydney Opera House.
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What's nearby

  • William Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crown Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hyde Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sydney Tower Eye - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 2 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station - 5 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Potts Point Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Butler - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Boccone - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chaco Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Original Backpackers

Hostel with free breakfast, near Sydney Tower Eye
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Original Backpackers.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sydney hostel.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Original Backpackers offers 41 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a safe. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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 25 per day (1640 ft away)

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; cash is not accepted
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. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Original Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
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Original Backpackers Potts Point
Original Backpackers
Original Backpackers Potts Point
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Original Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Potts Point

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Original Backpackers?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Original Backpackers?

As of 17 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Backpackers on 16 Dec 2025 start from NZ$131.33, 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 Original Backpackers serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Original Backpackers?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Original Backpackers?

No, only service animals are allowed.