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Base Backpackers

477 Kent St (formerly Wanderers on Kent) Sydney 2000 Australia
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3.5 based on 5 reviews Rooms
    • 3 based on 5 reviews Service
    • 3 based on 5 reviews Value
    • 3 based on 5 reviews Cleanliness
    • 3.5 based on 1 review Dining
  • Recommended For:
    • 40% based on 7 reviews Young singles
    • 30% based on 7 reviews Older travelers
    • 30% based on 7 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 30% based on 7 reviews Families with young children
    • 30% based on 7 reviews An amazing honeymoon

Reviews of Base Backpackers

( 1-7 of 7 )
Aug 17, 2008

I stayed here because of the location, which was good...close to Darling Harbour, etc. I booked a bed in the Sanctuary, which I thought might be a bit of luxury. It wasn't and is a complete waste of money. You get two miniscule bottles of shampoo and conditioner and the dorms are apparently girls only. My dorm was, but the... more

Apr 2, 2008

I stayed at the Base Hostel from May to July 2005. The location is great, its near Pyrmont, walking distance to the Aquarium, and Star City, and 5 minute distance to George Street where all the shops, bars and restaurants are. I can't vouch for the other floors, the mixed ones, but I stayed on the girls only "Sanctuary floor."... more

Apr 10, 2007
4/4 found this review helpful

We booked here on the reccomendation of our travel agent. We payed AUSD90 for a double room, certainly not worth the money. The room was extremely basic and we were expecting a lot more for what we payed. The bathrooms are modern, however seriously in need of a good clean. Take some earplugs as the rooms have heavy duty doors... more

Jan 30, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

In regards to the "horriffic" Review i think this person has the wrong hostel, i found this hostel to be very good, There were bathrooms on every level, the staff were VERY helpful and they knew how to have fun in the bar next door. There were no bugs that i could see. No hookers or bums floating round outside... more

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4 of 5 stars
Ireland
Jan 12, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

This is a great place to stay. It has a very big Kitchen, lounge room and even has a pub right beside it. it is in a great location right in the centre of Sydney within walking distance of everything and right beside the train or bus to take you to the beach. The staff are also very helpful more

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1 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
May 11, 2006
8/9 found this review helpful

DO NOT stay here!!!The photos bear no resemblance to what I saw! I arrived late at night - too late at night to find anywhewre else. i would have tried but the drunks and hookers outside put me off. Austalian youth hostels are normally so friendly but i got no welcome and was not even told by the grumpy receptionist... more

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1 of 5 stars
Sydney, Australia
Dec 23, 2005
8/9 found this review helpful

To start with this hostel is in a bad location.It seems after 5pm all the workers in this part of the city head home leaving the area a bit of a ghost town.The staff at the desk, who buy the way weren't Australians were almost rude and irritated buy my presence.This place lacks a backpackers atmosphere and is way over... more

Reviews of Base Backpackers

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477 Kent St | (formerly Wanderers on Kent), Sydney 2000, Australia