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Jolly Swagman Backpackers

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Located close to Royal Botanic Gardens and Sydney Tower Eye, Jolly Swagman Backpackers provides a free manager's reception, a terrace, and 10 coffee shops/cafes. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 10 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and a library.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Double Room Ensuite

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

3 Bed Private Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

4 Bed Private Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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2 Bed Private Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

2 Bed Private Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Deluxe Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Jolly Swagman Backpackers is in Potts Point neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Sydney Tower Eye and Sydney Opera House are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Queen Victoria Building and The Rocks Markets. Royal Botanic Gardens and Sydney Harbour Bridge are two other places to visit that come recommended. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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27 Orwell Street, Potts Point, NSW, 2011

What's nearby

  • A park with a pond, palm trees, and modern buildings in the background.
    Royal Botanic Gardens
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A park with palm trees, a pathway, and tall buildings in the background.
    Hyde Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a river, and green spaces.
    Sydney Tower Eye
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A multi-level shopping mall with stores like Swarovski and Mecca Maxima.
    Queen Victoria Building
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • The Sydney Opera House with its distinctive sail-like design, surrounded by water and a cityscape in the background.
    Sydney Opera House
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station
    4 min walk
  • Exhibition Centre Station
    6 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harry's Café de Wheels
    9 min walk
  • Pad Thai Chai Yo
    2 min walk
  • Guzman Y Gomez
    5 min walk
  • Bar Hanandez
    6 min walk
  • Adhika
    5 min walk

About this property

Jolly Swagman Backpackers

  • Hotel near Royal Botanic Gardens
  • Located close to Sydney Tower Eye and Queen Victoria Building, Jolly Swagman Backpackers provides a free manager's reception, a terrace, and 10 coffee shops/cafes. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 10 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Outdoor pool access nearby
    • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and smoke-free premises
    • A computer station, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
    • Coworking spaces, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Showers and hair dryers
    • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • 10 bars/lounges
  • 10 coffee shops/cafes
  • 10 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Private wine tours
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Guests will receive lockbox information
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 40 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 3)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Jolly Swagman Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Jolly Swagman Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Jolly Swagman Backpackers?

Check-out is at 9 AM.

Does Jolly Swagman Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of AUD 40 per vehicle applies.

Where is Jolly Swagman Backpackers located?

Located in Potts Point, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Tower Eye, and Queen Victoria Building. Sydney Opera House and The Rocks Markets are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 19 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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