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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
Reception
Private Double with Shared Bathroom
Property amenity

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Business services
    Business services
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

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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About the area

Map
790 George Street, Haymarket, NSW, 2000

What's nearby

  • Capitol Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Circular Quay - 5 min drive - 3.1 km

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 near Capitol Theatre
Close to World Square Shopping Centre and International Convention Centre Sydney, 790 on George Backpackers provides dry cleaning/laundry services, conference space and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All 282 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 10.00 per stay

We have included 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
This property's shared dorm room types are available to guests 18-35 years of age. Private room types are available to all guests. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian during their stay.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is 790 on George Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 790 on George Backpackers on 3 Dec 2024 start from AU$122.53, 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.

How much is parking at 790 on George Backpackers?

790 on George Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at 790 on George Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at 790 on George Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is 790 on George Backpackers located?

Located in Haymarket, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall are also within 15 minutes. Central Light Rail Station and Capitol Square Light Rail Station are within a 5-minute walk.

790 on George Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 298 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 298 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Luke

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pathetic service by staff who mention he was the supervisor when I booked online travel 4 hours on the train, I informed that I will be check in late and the problem was I forgot my wallet which have all my Ids, and I have copies on my phone digital ones but cannot still check me in as it was all paid and no refund was made
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything PLUS I could store my bag on site on my check out day- until 11pm same day. AWESOME SERVICE
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Basic budget accomm in a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location close to Central Station with a light rail stop right outside. The free breakfast was an added bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok, but not in great condition
Nice staff. But the hotel was not in great condition. Very old, and bad air quality. The warm water didnt work for 2 days
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0