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107-109 Darlinghurst Road | Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia (City East)
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Jackaroo Hostel
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Ranked #14 of 124 Specialty lodging in Sydney
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

My friend and myself were looking for a hostel to stay for about 2 months. We looked at loads of hostels in the area but we couldn't get comfortable anywhere till we got to the Jackaroo. It looked comfy and clean and the owners were really nice and helpful! We stayed here the full two months and had great fun.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013 via mobile

I have stayed at this hostel a number of times but stayed for a month over Christmas and had a great laugh! I made friends quickly and before I knew it, i was on nights out all over Sydney. The staff made the stay very easy with lots of help encouragement for everyone to get involved plus the knowledge of... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

Accommodation in Sydney, and Australia in general is ridiculously expensive. Having just come from from NZ, we got a bit of sticker shock about the prices of dorm beds in hostels. But that being a common trend of any hostel in Australia, I'll overlook the value for money and comment on the hostel for what it was and where it... More

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Rennes, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 29, 2013

We stayed there for a few weeks and we can say that it was definitly the best place we ever stayed in Australia ! We had so much fun there ! The owners are very friendly, we'll never forget them and all the good stuff we did thanks to them ! They are always here to help you or to... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013

I stayed at a Jackaroo Kings Cross on 3 separate occasions, each for a few nights. The staff are always super welcoming, helpful, and keep the place really clean. FWF is obviously a great Friday kick-starter that lends no excuse to not getting involved and meeting your 'neighbours'. Everyone was super chill and easy to get along with. It's nice... More

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Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013

Jackaroo is by far the best hostel i have ever stayed in! I have visited Sydney many times and id never stay anywhere other then than this hostel. Not only is it by far the cleanest hostel with great facilities, quite comfortable bedrooms and spacious clean bathrooms but it has a wonderful atmosphere with great staff. Its very sociable and... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013

Without a doubt the best hostel to stay in if you are visiting Sydney. I started my travels here in August 2011. I walked down the stairs to reception a scared 18 year old lone traveller. I left 7 months later with a group of friends I will never lose contact with and enough photos and memories to fill a... More

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Munich, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013

I stayed in the Jackaroo Hostel twice during my stay in Australia and can’t wait to go back. The location is just perfect if you like to go sightseeing, go out and meet people or hang out on one of the beautiful beaches. It’s next to the Kings cross station where you have supermarkets, restaurants, bars and nightclubs around. The... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 via mobile

Stayed there a month till finding my flat. Was well located to roam in sydney and staff was really lovelly and helpfull and The place was neat Will stay there next time i pass by sydney for sure. Thankd guys!

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013

My personal experience of Jackaroo was a positive one resulting in me staying there for 8 months Location is excellent as the hostel is next door to a main train station, has various bus stops near by and there are plenty of shops, supermarkets, bars and the city centre are within walking distance. Living in Kings Cross didn't bother me... More

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Also Known As:
Jackaroo Hotel
Jackaroo Hotel Sydney
Address: 107-109 Darlinghurst Road | Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia
Region: Australia > New South Wales > Sydney > City East
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Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet
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Ranked #14 of 124 Specialty lodging in Sydney
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Jackaroo Hostel Kings Cross, Sydney's newest hostel, The 'Jackaroo Hostel' is more than you could ever expect. Its unique, it’s different. It’s an experience, because we want it that way. The Jackaroo Hostel, located in the hip area of Kings Cross, is a cool haven for the international traveller, in the heart of Sydney Australia.The Jackaroo Hostel is a family run hostel. Owned and operated by best friends and brothers Robert and Jade Smith. We understand that the Jackaroo Hostel will be the centre of your Sydney experience, and we want it to be memorable. We love Sydney, and we want you to love it too.We offer quality affordable accommodation. Double rooms, Twin with ensuite, 4 and 6 bed dorms. ... more   less 
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