Newtown Backpackers
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 2-star5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, AustraliaShow on map
6.9 · Pleasant1,286 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.1 out of 10, at 5-11 Egan Street.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Charming Urban Retreat in Newtown
Plunge Pool & Terrace: Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor plunge pool or soak up the sun on the communal terrace.
Cozy Accommodations: Choose between private rooms with flat-screen TVs or budget-friendly dormitories, all equipped with bed linens.
Convenient Amenities: Take advantage of our shared kitchen, BBQ area, luggage storage, and free high-speed WiFi during your stay.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Swimming pool
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- BBQ facilities
Rooms
6.9
Pleasant
Rated 6.9 out of 10 by 1,286 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness4.1
- Service8.1
- Location8.1
- Rooms6.1
- Amenities7.1
- Value8.6
- Food & drink6.6
Guests mention
Good locationFriendly staffAffordability
federicaDKLocation
Not very clean
MabandiAustraliaNothing much atleast i managed to get a parking space
Stinking rooms
Pei-LingAustraliaA good value.
Location is great and staff is fantastic.
If there's a lift would be more convenient, especially when you need to carry your luggage.
XUE XIANGChinaIt’s a good experience .I’m sorry to say that there is a box in the fridge we forgot to return!
It is very cost-effective.we can cook in the kitchen
We should clean the room or throw the garbage every other day .You can also offer a broom.
JosephUnited KingdomDirty never clean
Nothing
Dirty
RichardUnited KingdomCheap hostel great location
Amazing value and great location.
It's a cheap hostel so can't expect too much.
Could be cleaner.
Outside the front of property not that welcoming lots of guests outside smoking.
Only one oven which had no shelves…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney, Australia
Guests rate the location 8.1 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Newtown Backpackers
What time is check-in and check-out at Newtown Backpackers?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Newtown Backpackers allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Newtown Backpackers?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Newtown Backpackers have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Newtown Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Newtown Backpackers?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Newtown Backpackers?
5-11 Egan Street, Sydney.
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