Backpackers - Sydney - Kings Cross

Kings Cross Backpackers Hostels

Find hostels and budget accommodation, dorms and private rooms and book through Hostelbookers. You pay a deposit of 10% (non-refundable and non transferable) when booking and the remainder direct to the hostel. No membership required. No booking fees!

• Aussie Lodge, Sydney, AU
  (guesthouse with private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  We are located directly opposite King's Cross Station. If you are looking for a central location in the heart of all the action, this is for you! We are a short stroll away from Sydney's best sites, bars, clubs and restaurants.
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• Backpackers Headquarters, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Backpackers Headquarters Hostel is a friendly, clean, relaxing, well run and reasonably priced long stay hostel.
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• Bedlam Mates Place Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Welcome to Bedlam Backpackers - the hostel formerly known as Mates place! Stay @ Bedlam Mates Place and make yourself at home - right in the centre of the Kings Cross backpacker scene. There is always a lot to do & lots of travellers…
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• Boomerang Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  ‘Boomerang Backpackers’ is one of central Sydney's newest, purpose built hostels offering safe and secure quality accommodation at a very competitive price. Close to the city centre and Kingscross.
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• ChiliBlue Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  FREE "FULL" BREAKFAST FREE UNLIMITED INTERNET'S AIRPORT PICKUP (7 Night MIn Stay)FREE LATE CHECK OUT FREE LATE CFresh approach, friendly staff, clean rooms and fun atmosphere - most of all our GREAT RATES! Visit our Kings Cross…
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• Cooee Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Cooee Hostel is best location in the heart of Sydney’s backpacker community–Kings Cross. *Affordable price, fr $15 (EUR 7.5) pp/pn $90pw *Free pick up by shuttle bus (money refund when u check in) for 1week booking. *Air conditioned…
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• d*Lux Budget Hotel, Sydney, AU
  (hotel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Experience the bohemian life style of Sydney located in Potts Point next to the vibrant 24 hour night life of Kings Cross. We are a 10 minute stroll to the city centre, Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera house, all viewable from our…
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• Funk House Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Located in the heart and soul of Sydney, we are walking distance to all Sydney's Magic. A social and fun hostel with super friendly staff!
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• Jolly Swagman Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Located in the heart of Sydney’s backpacker community, we provide a safe, clean and excellent service. The Jolly Swagman Hostel is open 24 hours. Only 10 minutes walk to City centre and minutes away from Sydney’s best nightlife. We…
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• Sydney Central Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Sydney Central Backpackers sits in the heart of the most beautiful city in the world. Just minutes from our doorstep are the famous Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Come enjoy your adventure at Sydney's best budget hostel accommodation!…
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• The Globe Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (campsites with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  The Globe is a unique hostel, being small and owner operated, we offer a comfortable and friendly style of backpacker accommodation where you can meet new friends and see the best of Sydney. Reception will close at 4pm on 26 January…
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• The Original Backpackers Hostel, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Recommended by Lonely Planet, Let's Go and Rough Guide. The Original Backpackers Hostel is Clean, Cool, Comfortable and well maintained. We are located in a quiet tree lined boulevard walking distance from the Harbour Bridge, Opera…
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• The Palms Backpackers, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  Situated on the edge of Kings Cross "The Palms" is ideally located for those wanting to explore Sydney! With only 54 beds in total we create a fantastic friendly atmosphere!
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• The Pink House, Sydney, AU
  (hostel with dorms and private rooms from BCL/Hostelbookers)
  The Pink House oasis is your home away from home. Come & live with us in our large Victorian manor house with leafy private courtyards. You will immediately feel welcome. Chat to other backpackers over free breakfast or chill out…
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• see also Potts Point backpackers
•  see the main Sydney backpacker hostel page
• see Kings Cross hotels & motels - includes some good deals for couples and small groups
• see Woolloomooloo backpackers
• Bondi backpackers
• Manly Beach Backpackers (north Sydney, ferry from Circular Quay)
• Blue Mountains & Katoomba backpackers (west of Sydney)
• Byron Bay, Nimbin, Coffs Harbour (north of Sydney)
• see Backpackers Hostels going north to the Gold Coast and Queensland here

Events and activities

Active Things To Do in Sydney and NSW

• Abseiling, Rock Climbing and Caving adventures (see also gift vouchers)
• Active stuff - skate, flying trapeze, segway etc (see also gift vouchers)
• Boating in Sydney and Sydney Harbour
• Canyoning Sydney and Blue Mountains (see also gift vouchers)
• Cars, V8s, Performance Drives and Rides:
  • online bookings for Rally Driving, V8 Hotlaps, V8 Race Buggies, Stunt Driving, V8 and F1 Car Racing, Performance Car Driving and Hotlaps
  • gift vouchers for Rally Driving, V8 Hotlaps, V8 Race Buggies, Stunt Driving, V8 and F1 Car Racing 
• Caving in Sydney and Blue Mountains (see also gift vouchers)
• Children's and Family Activities including school holiday activities, lesson, family outings
• Cycling Tours of Sydney
• Defensive Driving & Driving Courses (see also gift vouchers)
• Fishing adventures in Sydney and Sydney Harbour
• Flying Adventures small plane and joy flights in historic planes, you can even
• Flying lessons - Learn to fly (see also gift vouchers)
• Fun Sydney tours - London bus, bike tours, hop-on-hop- off tours
• Gliding Sydney and Byron Bay (see gift vouchers)
• Golf Experiences games, lessons and golf breaks (see also gift vouchers, golf shops)
• Group and Corporate team building - (see also gift vouchers)
• Hang gliding, Paragliding (see also gift vouchers)
• Harley Davidson Motorcycle Cruises (see also Harley gift vouchers)
• Helicopter - Scenic flights (see also gift vouchers) 
• Helicopter Training - learn to fly a helicopter! (see also gift vouchers)
• Horse Riding - on the beach, in the bush or the park - lessons for beginners and treks for advanced riders. (see also gift vouchers)
• Hot air balloon flights for all ages (see also gift vouchers) and Byron Bay Hot Air Balloon Flights
• Hunter Valley wine tours, ballooning, helicopter and plane flights
• Jet boats adventures on Sydney Harbour (see gift vouchers)
• Jet fighter planes experience speed in a flight you'll never forget (see also gift vouchers)
• Kart Racing vouchers
• Kayaking (see Canoeing & Kayaking gift vouchers)
• Motorcycle Ride Days
• Paintballing (see gift vouchers)
• SCUBA  (see also gift vouchers)
• Shark Diving (see gift vouchers for Shark Diving)
• Skydiving in Sydney & New South Wales (see gift vouchers)
• Surf lessons at Bondi, Manly and Maroubra Beaches (see gift vouchers)
• Sword Fighting & Fencing - private and group lessons (vouchers only)
• Sydney Harbour Bridge Climbs & Sydney Tower Skywalk - even higher than the Bridge Climb
• Tiger Moth and Aerobatic Flights
• Trapeze - Learn to fly the trapeze and other circus skills (see gift vouchers)
• Walking and Other Active Experiences
• Wakeboarding and Waterskiing Sydney, Penrith, Coffs Harbour and Snowy Mountains NSW Australia
• Whitewater rafting (see gift and experience vouchers)
• Yachting, sailing on Sydney Harbour & NSW (see gift vouchers)
• NSW regional pages - Blue Mountains, Ballina, Byron Bay, Central Coast, Coffs Harbour, Hunter Valley
• See also Sydney tours and adventure - tours where you book actual dates

Personal Growth, Self Development, Leisure and Pamper Days

• Art, Dancing & Music Classes - extend yourself with a dance course, life drawing, painting, mosaic.
• Cooking and Gourmet Learn to be a gourmet cook, find out how to make superb coffee, choose the best wines..
• Corporate and Team Building experiences for groups. 
• For Couples - activities and experiences for couples to share. These make excellent gifts as you can select the experience voucher as a surprise, then choose the date together.
• Health & Fitness Pilates, Yoga
• Makeovers make-up workshops, photoshoots, detox...
• Meditation and stress relief
• Motivation and Life Coaching
• Pamper Days, Massage and Health experiences for women and men to relax and rejuvenate

More Experiences

• Classic Cars 
• Personal Chefs Sydney

• Restaurants, Harbour Dinner Cruises and Winery Tours

Tours & Courses to book for specific dates online

• Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge  
• Sydney Harbour Cruises
• Air Tours and Helicopter Tours
• Day Tours, Adventure, Attractions, Ghost Tours, Surfing
• Sightseeing, tours to the Blue Mountains, Nature & Wildlife Tours
• Outback Tours, Sydney Package Tours, Sydney to other places
• Short Courses: starting in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Information Links

• Whereis Street Directory