790 on George Backpackers 790 George Street, Haymarket, New South Wales 2000

"The location is great for transit travellers, staff friendly, but I didn't think much of what was supplied. I chose a private room which was expensive compared to other offerings ie paid $130, whereas a 4 star hotel if available in the same location is $105. Towels are not included ( as they are in many hostels) private rooms are bare ie no extra blankets, no kettle etc. Breakfast was a huge disappointment also - one type of bread (white), 3 spreads and 3 cereals with long life milk (not even fresh). Won't stay there again, and wouldn't recommend."

"Excellent location 30 seconds walk from Central Station. Spacious rooms and bathrooms, they are always being cleaned. I would only improve the entertainment room, it is somewhat small, old and messy"

"Amazing, just amazing. There is not much to say anything else. For the price you get a free breakfast and very nice staff at the reception. The people were very nice in the rooms, a great atmosphere in the hostel. Reynaldo and Yasmin were very kind. For this price the best you can get. 309 for ever"

"One of the worst places I have stayed. This hostel clearly accepts anyone through its doors. People staying there ranged from men 60+ to young couples with a new born baby!! Which obviously you hear through the walls when crying. Makes actual backpackers feel uncomfortable. The kitchen was the worst. No boiling water tap and the place was disgusting and filthy. Some scumbag took my food from the fridge to eat for themselves despite it being clearly labelled. When I told reception I got ‘oh sorry’ that was it!! Considering there are signs up all over the kitchen saying you’re on camera and that you’ll be fined for leaving dirty dishes etc. it’s very apparent that the staff don’t follow through with this hence people steeling food, dirty dishes everywhere filling up the sinks and spilt food all over the sides and hobs. Disgusting. Free breakfast was good. Much like most of the city hostels, it is very unsociable. Everyone in the kitchen had headphones on, go into the lounge and it’s dead silent and everyone just on their computers, even in the dorm room you could hear a pin drop. No one is interested in socialising - I think this is because most people staying here are not travelling but working in the city and using this place as a cheap place to stay. Dorm room was a good size. Only plug sockets were in the lockers which made it difficult to use (with a big travel adapter mine didn’t fit in the locker socket!) Despite the convenient location I would never stay here again."

"I had a great stay at this hostel! The location is super convenient, with a light rail station right next door and only a 3 to 5-minute walk from the central train station. Plus, there are plenty of attractions nearby. The staff was friendly and always willing to give recommendations for things to do. The free breakfast and Friday pizza night were a nice touch and made it easy to meet new friends. Highly recommend!"