Newtown Backpackers

2 stars
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sydney, Australia
7.0
Good
based on 1358 reviews
1,358 reviews
Mon 11/10
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Tue 11/11
1 room, 2 guests
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$75
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
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Nightly total
Double room
$75
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Overview

Offering an outdoor plunge pool, a communal terrace and a shared lounge area, Newtown Backpackers is located in the heart of Newtown, just 3 minutes' walk from King Street's bustling restaurants, bars and shops. Accommodation options include private room and dormitories. All include bed linen. All private rooms include a flat-screen TV, and towels, private rooms are not serviced daily only upon requests. At Newtown Backpackers you will find a shared kitchen, a BBQ area, luggage storage and free high-speed WiFi. We cannot guarantee that groups will stay in the same room when booking shared dorms. We do not guarantee that the whole stay will be in the same room.
7.0
Good rating
Based on 1,358 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Newtown Backpackers

Mon 11/10
Tue 11/11
Double room
bed type unknown
$75
nightly with fees
1 murphy bed
$89
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$98
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Newtown Backpackers

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

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Safe

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Tour desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Newtown Backpackers

7.0
Good
1358 verified ratings
Wonderful
352
Very good
271
Good
278
Okay
124
Fair
114
Mediocre
70
Poor
149

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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

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Newtown Backpackers

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January
October
$25
$93
Cheapest month to stay with an average 54% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 97% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Newtown Backpackers

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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 January and April.
  • 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 Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • 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 center 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 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM 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 84.7 miles from Newcastle Williamtown.

  • Does Newtown Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Newtown Backpackers has a pool onsite.

  • 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 center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.6
1.9 mi
Sydney Kingsford Smith
3.1 mi

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