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Jolly Swagman Backpackers

2.0 out of 5.0
27 Orwell Street, Potts Point, NSW 0508 283 858
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Wifi
Laundry
Smoke Free
Multilingual
Concierge
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3 Bed Private Room
12 square metres
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Deluxe Single Room, Shared Bathroom
12 square metres
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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4 Bed Private Room
12 square metres
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
12 square metres
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Double Room Ensuite
12 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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2 Bed Private Room
12 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
12 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Central hostel connected to a shopping center in Potts Point with 10 restaurants

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property
Multilingual staff
Concierge services

In the heart of Sydney, Jolly Swagman Backpackers is within a 5-minute drive of Sydney Tower Eye and Queen Victoria Building. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Royal Botanic Gardens and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Sydney Opera House.

Make yourself at home in one of the 46 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as wireless internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. This hostel also features an arcade/game room, a communal living room, and barbecue grills.

Grab a bite to eat at one of the hostel's many dining establishments, which include 10 restaurants and 10 coffee shops/cafes. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 10 bars/lounges.

Featured amenities include a computer station, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Languages spoken

  • English

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Jolly Swagman Backpackers

27 Orwell Street, Potts Point, NSW 2011

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • ATM/banking
  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 46
  • Number of floors - 3
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free property
  • Use of nearby fitness centre (discount)
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 10
  • Free reception
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Computer station
  • Number of bars/lounges - 10
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 10
  • Luggage storage
  • Airport transport - drop-off (surcharge)
  • Free parking nearby
  • Terrace
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Lockers available
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private winery tours
  • Public winery tours
  • Vending machine
  • Street parking
  • Distance from property (ft) 16
  • Distance from property (metres) 5
  • Lot Hours - 24 hours
  • Children's games
  • Coin laundry nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Coworking spaces

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Dutch
  • Malay
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Parking

Free parking nearby

Room Amenities

Jolly Swagman Backpackers offers 46 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

  • Fridge
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Shower only
  • Stovetop
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Towels provided
  • Toaster
  • Fan
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Laptop-friendly workspace

Where to Eat

A complimentary manager's reception is offered on select days.

Jolly Swagman Backpackers has 10 restaurants serving dinner only.

Nearby Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at anytime

Check-out

Check-out time is 9 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Carbon monoxide detector

Smoke detector

Security system

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
  • Jolly Swagman Backpackers Potts Point
  • Jolly Swagman Backpackers Pot
  • Jolly Swagman Backpackers Potts Point
  • Jolly Swagman Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

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