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5-11 Egan Street, Newtown, Sydney, New South Wales (Nsw), 2042 (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly Summer House Newtown
Before June 2024 Newtown Backpackers was known as Summer House Newtown
Before April 2019 Newtown Backpackers was known as Billabong Gardens

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Facilities of Newtown Backpackers
General
On-site parking, Parking, Private parking
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
BBQ facilities
Pools and wellness
Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Front-desk/reception area services
Lockers, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Tour desk
Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Entertainment and children services
Entertainment staff, Evening entertainment
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous
Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Bathroom, Carpeted, Clothes rack, Desk, Electric kettle, Fan, Flat-screen TV, Hardwood/Parquet floors, Heating, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Outdoor dining area, Refrigerator, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), TV, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Wardrobe/Closet
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours
Check-Out
-10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.All credit and debit cards incur a 1.5% surcharge fee.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Traveller reviews

“Cheap and Cheerful”
12 Mar 2025
Room was very basic, and the building was very old bordering on disrepair in places but the location was brilliant and it was a great, cheap option in a very lively fun area of Sydney to explore. Staff were friendly and we were very grateful for the luggage storage and access to shared amenities when we arrived early. We would stay again. Also, Biscoff biscuits - what an absolute treat.

“overal, my stay was pleasant”
20 Feb 2025
The room was spacious, ideal enough for the occupants

“I recommend.”
07 Feb 2025
It was close to Newtown shops and CBD. Staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms are decent sized and clean and tidy. I recommend.

“Good location, good staff and value for money”
04 Feb 2025
Good location, overall pretty clean, friendly and helpful staff!

“I’ve stayed here long term before and this time was short term but would come back here anytime.”
03 Feb 2025
Such amazing staff and amazing social outings with the whole group. The manager is lovely and super accomodating. Easy to stay around Newtown and be in the action.

“Ideal for a short stay or for solo travellers.”
28 Jan 2025
Ideally located in Newtown, close to transports and all amenities, the beds are comfy, the staff friendly, and the kitchen well furnished. Very social vibe in the common areas.

“I recommend.”
21 Jan 2025
The rooms are decent sized and clean. Plus each 6 bed room has its own bathroom. There is also a communal pool.

“Nice hostel to stay”
18 Jan 2025
The staff were super helpful and friendly and the location of the hostel couldn’t be better

“VERY GOOD EXPERIENCE”
18 Jan 2025
Very nice room with private bathroom, spacious common spaces, large kitchen, pool in the center of the building. Very friendly staff with excellent disposition. The neighborhood with a lot of life, restaurants, food from all over the world. Very good location 20 minutes by train or bus from the Opera and the ferries. I'm going back.

“Great place to stay in Sydney”
14 Jan 2025
Great location , very clean , great staff team. Specially Natalia who went over and beyond to assist me during my stay.