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790 on George Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Capitol Theatre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior detail
Front of property
Property amenity
Reception
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
790 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000
  • Capitol Theatre
    4 min walk
  • Fat Thaiger
    1 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station
    2 min walk
  • Sydney, NSW (RSE-Rose Bay Seaplane Base)
    21 min drive

Room options

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4 Share Female Dorm

4 Share Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Private Twin with Shared Bathroom

Private Twin with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Share Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Private Double with Shared Bathroom

Private Double with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Male Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Share Mix Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Mix Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Front of property

Big Backpackers Hostel

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Business services
Laundry
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (349)
The price is NZ$446
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan
Big Backpackers Hostel

About the area

Sydney

At 790 on George Backpackers you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and a front desk safe. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Haymarket hostel include Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 4 min walk
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kura - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fat Thaiger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mountbatten Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho Gia Hoi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

790 on George Backpackers

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Capitol Theatre
As a guest of 790 on George Backpackers, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi. 790 on George Backpackers also features a front desk safe and a lift.

This Sydney hostel is smoke free.

  • 282 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
790 on George Backpackers offers 282 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Hindi, Korean, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

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:

  • Deposit: AUD 10.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, cash and mobile payments. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

790 George
790 George Hostel
790 George Hostel Sydney
790 George Sydney
790 On George Hotel Sydney
790 George Backpackers Hostel Haymarket
790 George Backpackers Hostel
790 George Backpackers Haymarket
790 George Backpackers
790 on George Backpackers Haymarket
790 on George Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 790 on George Backpackers?

The closest beach to 790 on George Backpackers is Manly Beach (13 km).

How much does it cost to stay at 790 on George Backpackers?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 790 on George Backpackers on 6 Jan 2025 start from NZ$110.25, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 790 on George Backpackers?

No, 790 on George Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 790 on George Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at 790 on George Backpackers?

No, only service animals are allowed.

790 on George Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 300 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 300 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 300 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 300 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 300 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation is basic and clean, great location. I will stay there again and recommend private room to others
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and very helpful in the very short notice, check-in was easy and the room was perfectly fine for what I needed. Access to transport was easy (pretty much straight at the front door or not that far walk away) and food eateries are also close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Essentials
Thank you for providing good quality hostel style accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JJ

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great price. Very clean and quiet… considering the location!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Full technical quality
Thank you for convenient trip :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Full technical quality
Thank you for convenient trip :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alistaire

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Staff & service
Perfect Location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

josie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
790 george backpackers
didnt realize it was a hostel till we got there but still had what we wanted..very close to train station and l line right outside the door..breakfast was ok..free hairdryer was good..have to pay for towel so bring ur own..i would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weirdly enough the beds were really good and not the typical short bunk bed you get I had plenty of room even at 6 foot 6.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Roslyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Close to public transport. Close to shopping, dining and theatres.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wolfe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kruawan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kruawan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

4/10 Poor

rachel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JUSTER

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this place for persons like me with tight budget. The staffs are very helpful, flexible and easy to deal with. Rooms and comfort is great with there cheap price, i like there free breakfast, Looking forward to come back. Thankyou George backpackers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was not clean and NO Towel provided!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful staff- thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jurgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness
It will provide for my needs in the future
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gemmah

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful staff and the girls in my dorm were lovely. Super good for a quick over night stay or obviously if you’re backpacking!

4/10 Poor

susan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023