With a stay at 790 on George Backpackers in Sydney (Haymarket), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Capitol Theatre and 12 minutes by foot from International Convention Centre Sydney. .This hostel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hyde Park and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sydney Town Hall.
World Square Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Hyde Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
International Convention Centre Sydney - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Central Light Rail Station - 2 min walk
Sydney Central Station - 3 min walk
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
KFC - 1 min walk
The Great Southern Hotel - 1 min walk
Outta Coffee - 2 min walk
Chubby Cubby - 1 min walk
Khao Man Kai - 1 min walk
About this property
790 on George Backpackers
790 on George Backpackers offers 282 accommodations with air conditioning. This Sydney hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers.
Make yourself at home in one of the 282 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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
Elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
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
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from May 20 2026 to July 3 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Elevator
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
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
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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
790 on George Backpackers Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. The staff were brilliant, very courteous!
Maurie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brady
Feb 16, 2026
Staff overall was great. Friendly and knowlegable. Location was great.
The rooms were mediocre at best. Not the cleanest. Our towel had stains on it, and the sheets had hair on it.
B
It is a hostel so our
excellent value for accommodation in the CBD. Excellent backpackers type accommodation. I had a double room with shared facilities, and it was great value for that level. Public Transport options literally at the doorstep!
Remo
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jason
Sep 21, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Basic budget accomm in a convenient location
Jason
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Faye
Nov 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation is basic and clean, great location. I will stay there again and recommend private room to others
Didnt really have the breakfast but the staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean. Beds were pretty comfy for what you pay for and its just a few minute walk from central station as well which makes it so accessible. Theres a light rail just in front of it and another a few minutes away.
This a great budget place to stay right near central station. Yes, its not luxurious but its all you need. They provided free breakfast too which was nice, although we were out too early to enjoy it. I would recommend for a budget stay.
Heidi
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Dec 10, 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Good price and location
Good price and location. Free breakfast is a pleasant surprise!
Central location and accessibility in all your needs. Only please provide power point in every bed to charge with our gadget. All is good.
Randy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Gordon
Mar 9, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I stayed 3 days in a small room in backpacker hostel, shared bathroom, 2 bunks.
It's pretty much what it says on the label.
It's a hostel, so bring your own soap - and towel (or they'll rent you one).
It has -
Great AC
Free breakfast.
Free wifi.
That good hostel vibe
15 minutes walk from ICC Darling Harbour, through interesting streets - Chinatown etc.
It was quiet except for the rumble of trams.
One thing - the address (790 George) is out side a convenience store who have no idea where the hostel is. Your have to go around the corner to Haymarket st to get in.
Would I go back? Probably.