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Newtown Backpackers
2 stars

Newtown Backpackers

5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Sydney, Australia
See location+61 295 503 236
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₱5,082
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rate per night

6.7
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based on 1299 reviews
1,299 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
₱5,082

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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.

Latest deals for Newtown Backpackers

Sat 5/3
Sun 5/4
Double room
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bed type unknown
₱5,082
per night
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₱5,188
per night
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

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

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

Health and safety

  • Safe

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Newtown Backpackers

6.7
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1299 verified ratings
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332
Very good
258
Good
267
Okay
119
Fair
109
Mediocre
70
Poor
144

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Location

5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, NSW

What's nearby

  • University of Sydney0.8 km
  • Darling Harbour2.8 km
  • Star Casino3.1 km
  • Australian National Maritime Museum3.1 km
  • Moore Park3.2 km
  • George Street3.2 km
  • Hyde Park3.6 km
  • Sydney Tower3.6 km
  • St Mary's Cathedral3.9 km
  • Sydney Cricket Ground4 km
  • Kings Cross4.5 km
  • Circular Quay4.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Newtown Backpackers

  • Where is Newtown Backpackers located?

    Newtown Backpackers is located at 5-11 Egan Street in Newtown, 3 km 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 5.8 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Newtown Backpackers is 135.6 km 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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Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to city center

3.0 km

Nearest Airport

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Distance to airport

5.0 km

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