Hostel★★★
The Original Backpackers
Woolloomooloo, Sydney, Australia
About The Original Backpackers
The Original Backpackers is a hostel in Woolloomooloo, Sydney, Australia. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 7.6 out of 10 across 276 reviews. Facilities include gym, airport transfer, free wi-fi. It is 1.9 km from the centre of Sydney. The nearest beach is 1.7 km away. The nearest airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), is 9.2 km away.
- Type
- Hostel
- Star rating
- ★★★
- Check-in from
- 14:00
- Check-out until
- 10:00
- Rooms
- 40
- Floors
- 2
- Opened
- 1990
- Last renovated
- 2024
- Other stays within 500 m
- 70
160-162 Victoria Street
Prices
Prices come from booking partners and can change. The final price is shown before you book.
How The Original Backpackers scores
Better rated than 13% of hotels in Sydney
- Guest rating 7.6
- Location 7.3
- Facilities 5.0
- Families 0.0
- Spa & wellness 1.5
- Beach access 4.4
- Public transport 4.8
Sydney average
Amenities
GymAirport transferFree Wi-Fi
Pool & wellness
- Gym
Food & drink
- Breakfast
- Room service
Leisure
- Terrace
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Parking & transport
- Parking
Services
- Airport transfer
- Concierge
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
In the rooms
- Kitchen
- Balcony
- In-room safe
- Coffee or tea maker
- Blackout curtains
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 7.3/10
- Walk grade
- 93/100 Great for walkers
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 150
- Sights within 1 km
- 17
| Nearest beach | 1.7 km4 min drive |
|---|---|
| Nearest stationSt James railway station, Sydney | 1.1 km18 min walk |
| Nearest airportSydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) | 9.2 km21 min drive |
| Distance to the centreSydney | 1.9 km4 min drive |
Sights nearby
- Galleria Vicino260 m
- Coca Cola Sign260 m
- Double Win320 m
- Uluru, Northern Territory360 m
- Artspace Sydney410 m
- Elizabeth Bay House440 m
The Original Backpackers: in detail
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Questions about The Original Backpackers
How do guests rate The Original Backpackers?
The Original Backpackers has a guest rating of 7.6 out of 10 from 276 reviews, which is better than 13% of rated hotels in Sydney.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Original Backpackers?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.
Does The Original Backpackers include breakfast?
Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.
Is there parking at The Original Backpackers?
Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.
How far is The Original Backpackers from the airport?
The nearest airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), is 9.2 km away in a straight line.
Is The Original Backpackers close to the beach?
The nearest beach is 1.7 km from the hotel.
How many rooms does The Original Backpackers have?
The Original Backpackers has 40 rooms on 2 floors.
Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. How we score





