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Backpackers Newcastle

2.0 star property
Beach hostel with outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Balcony
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
42-44 Denison Street, Hamilton East, NSW, 2303
  • NEX
    16 min walk
  • Newcastle City Hall
    2 min drive
  • Newcastle Civic Theater
    3 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)
    27 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Heating
Fridge
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room

Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Heating
Fridge
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Heating
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Heating
Fridge
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Heating
Fridge
Ceiling fan
2 bathrooms
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Newcastle

At Backpackers Newcastle you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of NEX and Newcastle supa putt golf. Highlights at this beach hostel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Hamilton East hostel include Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie.
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What's nearby

  • Newcastle Showground - 3 min drive
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 3 min drive
  • Merewether Ocean Baths - 5 min drive
  • Merewether Beach - 6 min drive
  • Newcastle Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle Interchange Station - 8 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Exchange Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mockingbird - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lords Coffee & Associates - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kent Hotel - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Backpackers Newcastle

Beach hostel with outdoor pool
As a guest of Backpackers Newcastle, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at Backpackers Newcastle. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Newcastle hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Backpackers Newcastle offers 12 shared accommodations with private pools and shared/communal kitchens. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Japanese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 20.0 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Backpackers Newcastle Hostel Hamilton East
Backpackers Newcastle Hamilton East
Backpackers castle Hamilton
Backpackers Newcastle Hamilton
Backpackers Newcastle Hamilton East
Backpackers Newcastle Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Backpackers Newcastle?

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

Is parking available at Backpackers Newcastle?

Yep, Backpackers Newcastle has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Backpackers Newcastle?

The closest beach to Backpackers Newcastle is Newcastle Beach (3.1 km).

Does Backpackers Newcastle have a pool?

Backpackers Newcastle has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Backpackers Newcastle?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Backpackers Newcastle?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Backpackers Newcastle?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Backpackers Newcastle Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Breb

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in friendly staff very easy to find
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Daily housekeeping to keep everything clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too Many Long Term Residents
Far too many long-term residents and they are very chummy with the staff. Up yelling and screaming in the common room, calling indoors without meaningful comments from staff. I felt like we were guests in THEIR house. No secure storage in the dorms. Eva at the front desk was great with local suggestions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location at good price
Great location. The bed was very comfortable. Good price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen is quite nice ,we can cook in there I may choose there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff,nice atmosphere,house work needed
Friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. Unfortunately room had a small water leak and bag, clothes got wet. Walls very thin so anyone who can't handle noise would have an issue. Bed was very comfortable and pool looked great for summer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location for my night out. Not too noisy etc. The amenities are new and the entire building is getting an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

vassilios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
quick stay
was clean and great wi fi
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Backpacking For party people not business stayover
Not good place to stay if you want to sleep. It’s party central ALL night long. So much for rules. Not enough bathrooms with amount of people in building. Kitchen looks like an accident waiting to happen. Small cramped and too many cooks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Backpackers Newcastle : Nice staff, really clean and modern bathroom, pleasant pool
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Jervis Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient course accommodation in Newcastle.
Friendly atmosphere, clean, well run. Close to everything staff were helpful and the hostel had everything I needed for a short stay in Newcastle. Thanks for a easy clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mitch, Newcastle NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite satisfied
I had a great time. good people, close to shops and bars free internet. and the manager Mitch put on a hectic Christmas Lunch.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
My stay here was very good. The staff is friendly and kind. Thank you very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
乾淨而且老闆人很好，設施也很好使用
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alloggio discreto, non bisogna essere troppo pretensivi sulla pulizia. Bagni in comune spaziosi, nuovi e tenuti bene! Angolo cucina piccolo ma attrezzato. Vince su tutto l'ospitalità del proprietario, il più gentile e disponibile che abbia mai incontrato!! L'unico che non si muove solo in cambio di un compenso, ma proprio per farti un favore! Personalmente apprezzo molto si più questo che i confort di un hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019