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Nomads Sydney Backpackers Hostel

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477 Kent St, Sydney

Australia

Nomads Sydney Backpackers Hostel

Nomads Hostel Sydney is right in the centre of the city. Just 2 minutes walk from the famous Darling Harbour, Qantas Credit Union Arena (previously known as Sydney Entertainment Centre) and several cafes, bars and nightlife options. Trains and buses to Bondi Beach, the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and ANZ Football Stadium stop just across the street at Town Hall Station. The historic Rocks precinct, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House are a walk away.

The Scary Canary is Nomads Sydney’s local watering hole where backpackers and locals meet. It serves a good quality lunch menu and by night, the bar offers drink specials, DJs and events.

Sydney CBD is a great choice for travellers interested in shopping, food and city walks.

Hostel Features

  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Bar
  • Communal kitchen
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Free Wifi
  • TV Room
  • Travel Shop
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Bed Linen Provided
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Wheelchair Accessible
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4 bed dorm deluxe dorm room

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2 share deluxe ensuite room

4 share dorm at Base Backpackers Sydney

4 share dormitory including an ensuite bathroom, luggage security locker for each person, security swipe card access, heating and air conditioning, and all linen and pillows provided.

scary canary at base backpackers sydney

Come and have a good time and meet new friends at the Scary Canary

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Plenty of seating in our communal lounge at Base Sydney

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Make new friends on one of our organised weekly activities

reception base backpackers sydney

Check in is from 2pm onwards

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Have a great night at the Scary Canary

private room at our sydney hostel

Private King Room with an ensuite bathroom. Includes refreshments, TV, heating and air conditioning, all linen and pillows and it’s serviced daily.

Guest Reviews

4.6 (39 reviews)
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Gregory

AU

The Reception ladies Ellie and Brittany were fantastic. Other Front Office Staff should have a good look at themselves and if they are half as nice and helpful then you are good. Cannot fault the place.

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Sam

GB

All the staff are legends

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Katarzyna

PL

It was an amazing experience. I love the staff - they were always available and very helpful. I took part in an organized coastal walk that was also very well planned and great. The location is perfect and my room was also very comfortable.

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Marvin

DE

Just want to give a massive shoutout to Ellie. She was so genuine about helping me find my round Sydney, she directed me to the happy travels team and I booked my east coast tour with jack!! Thank you again to the amazing staff!!

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Toni

NZ

I 100% recommend Nomads Sydney. Definitely a 5 start Hostal/Backpackers. Staff are really nice, beds are comfy and clean. Female only dorm is sectioned away behind a door which brought me great comfort. Will stay here again

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Sharlene

AU

Girl on front desk was really nice and helpful. Comfy bed, Clean room. My second time staying here and will again.

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Héctor Rodrigo

CL

Friendly and 100% profesional.

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Brian

GB

The hostel was clean, had a great atmosphere and the staff were all really friendly and helpful. A special shoutout to Ellie and Tom, who went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable. They were welcoming, professional and always happy to help. Highly recommend staying here!

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Irelann

US

My favorite hostel so far! Everyone is so kind and helpful and its very comfortable here, met the sweetest people and felt super safe and taken care of as a female solo traveler:)

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Finn

Had an amazing stay at nomads the past few months thanks to Tom and Lilly who are always finding ways to make life in the hostel more lively and help me find the best deals for rooms to ensure it’s as cheap as possible definitely the best hostel round central Sydney.

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How to find us

Address

477 Kent St

Sydney, NSW

Australia

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