82%Eva's Backpackers

Having stayed in a few hostels around Australia this was a very welcomed end to our travels. There was a great atmosphere and cheery staff. The floors, bedding, tables were all very clean and we were blown away by the shower rooms. All very nicely decorated just like staying at someones house,... more Having stayed in a few hostels around Australia this was a very welcomed end to our travels. There was a great atmosphere and cheery staff. The floors, bedding, tables were all very clean and we were blown away by the shower rooms. All very nicely decorated just like staying at someones house, with the toilet, shower and sink all in the same room like a private bathroom. Really impressed. Have already recommended it to others. Very good stay,close

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by butlerkatebutler9025 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

1

A very fine hostel. I'm not the biggest fan of Kings Cross but most backpackers flock there. This hostel is located just off the much nicer Victoria Street so you can avoid the worst the Cross has to offer if you prefer.

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by davemcbri – posted on Aug 14, 2008

10

The hostel was very clean, but I did not like the fact that there was no 24hours reception and there were some weirdo's and rumors about things that got stolen. Despite these complains the hostel is nice, because the staff was really helpful, the backpackers are nice and the accomodation is ok.... more The hostel was very clean, but I did not like the fact that there was no 24hours reception and there were some weirdo's and rumors about things that got stolen. Despite these complains the hostel is nice, because the staff was really helpful, the backpackers are nice and the accomodation is ok. So I might book a bed again when I am staying in Sydneyclose

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by kimlanting5435 – posted on Aug 11, 2008

1

The room was very small for four people.

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by Jmart596 – posted on Jul 29, 2008

2

great place will be back

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by rowesally4501 – posted on Jul 29, 2008

1

the ensuite was awesome, but the people in my room, having sex at night was a bit much, it was hard to sleep, cramped beds and weird temperature.

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by nothingburnsinhell9363 – posted on Jul 28, 2008

4

Thought this Hostel was really good, sta are great, and rooms are nice, only downfall is, 90% of people staying here are German. I like German's, but only a few people I can speak to. so its alittle boring at times.

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by scythevtao5565 – posted on Jul 27, 2008

2

Very nice place.

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by emil3198 – posted on Jul 26, 2008

3

Very secure and clean, maybe a bit small but would have no problem going back there again. Desk staff v. friendly and helpful

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by alexmcne – posted on Jul 26, 2008

3

very happy with this hostel

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by maryan6626 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

1

Staying at Eva's was so nice, it is very very close to city centre. the only thing which was disturbing were some young germans (guests as well). The rest of it, was perfect. The terrace is magnificent with its view and bbq!

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by cristidamoc393 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

1

The girl on the desk was extremely helpful and Sydney itself is lovely! The trains and buses are easy to use and the ferry to Manly was great as you got a good view of the harbour as well as being able to visit the beach. There's a good walk to North Head where you can have tea and acines and... more The girl on the desk was extremely helpful and Sydney itself is lovely! The trains and buses are easy to use and the ferry to Manly was great as you got a good view of the harbour as well as being able to visit the beach. There's a good walk to North Head where you can have tea and acines and look back towards the harbour! Amazing view! And the tickets for the Opera House aren't too expensive so UI would recommend that too!close

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by zoetaylor007901 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

3

Staff was kindly. Cleaner peaple was also friendly. There were many bathroom in our floor and it was cleen. But, I think, doble room was little bit small for me.

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by hoshigaki4202628 – posted on Jul 7, 2008

1

Nice place to stay overall. The area is not too bad if you're willing to have some fun with it. The facilitles were very nice and clean, I would stay at Eva's again for sure.

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by quincyryan5576 – posted on Jun 16, 2008

1

The only thing was that it was cold and damp and there was no heat. Made sleeping impossible and all my clothes were always "wet". Other than that, it was great. The staff is kind, especially the regular weekday morning girl, a true GEM

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by mercyehm448 – posted on Jun 13, 2008

1

the location is good, near the king's cross atation , and the room is clean . The poor thing is that we can hear some noise at night. In fact, I will live in that hostel again when I visit SYDNEY again. It is a nice place.

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by milk729 – posted on Jun 10, 2008

1

Very friendly, safe and relaxing atmosphere. Plenty of people to talk, play cards, watch movies or go out with, enough space to get some alone time. Lots of charming Germans.

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by nephrita3122 – posted on Jun 7, 2008

1

Really nice place to stay, great location and great chance to meet people especially if you're on your own due to homely feel and great communal areas.

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by hljones306398 – posted on Jun 4, 2008

1

nice place!!! staff helpful and good location

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by ging125 – posted on Jun 4, 2008

1

Everybody is German!! Can feel left out if your not!

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by flumph – posted on Jun 2, 2008

1

Extremely clean, but lacking atmosphere. The staff are not very helpful or friendly. The lady who cleans is great though - very friendly too. Kitchen is very cramped.

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by murphyre5312 – posted on Jun 1, 2008

1

Thanks to the super-nice staff who gave me a map and the what-to-do in Sydney on my first day there I had no problem finding my way around in the city... Met very nice people at the hostel and the rooftop with skyline view is GREAT. I'd stay at Eva's again, definitely. Thanks staff!!!

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by almutreinicke352 – posted on May 18, 2008

1

Rooms small but clean and bright. Bathrooms were clean and new. Main problem (and why we would not stay again) is because the communal areas are far too small for the amount of people staying. Kitchen tiny and not enough utensils or space to cook, tv room is actually a tv in the corridor which... more Rooms small but clean and bright. Bathrooms were clean and new. Main problem (and why we would not stay again) is because the communal areas are far too small for the amount of people staying. Kitchen tiny and not enough utensils or space to cook, tv room is actually a tv in the corridor which is frequently used as a bypass to people's rooms. Staff at check in were friendly, however, bad tempered tannoy announcements for guests who hadn't checked out by 10am gave the hostel a bad feel.close

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by bruntonal745 – posted on May 16, 2008

20

Eva's was chosen based on the recommendations on Hostelworld.com. For a backpackers in Sydney, Eva's looked like one of the best. Several other hostels we saw looked trashy and in potentially unpleasant locations (next to strip clubs). One complaint: there was a shelf on the wall above our bed... more Eva's was chosen based on the recommendations on Hostelworld.com. For a backpackers in Sydney, Eva's looked like one of the best. Several other hostels we saw looked trashy and in potentially unpleasant locations (next to strip clubs). One complaint: there was a shelf on the wall above our bed that I collided with each time I rolled over. These are stupid. Other than that, I recommend Eva's. The staff was fantastic.close

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by firenhp8689 – posted on May 11, 2008

1

Only few mins walk from metro.

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by dewi-w – posted on May 11, 2008

20

The security was really tight which was good. The staff were all extremely helpful and moved rooms for me so i could stay with my friend at the last minute. The receptionist who checked me in was absolutely stunning!

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by robdara – posted on May 6, 2008

5

Great hostel in a decent location. Friendly, helpful staff. Can be a bit noisy in early morning hours, but to be expected in this area. Airport transfers not included, but very reasonable at $12. Free internet/wifi a bonus.

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by ecbrodie – posted on May 5, 2008

4

A really good hostel, I would stay there again without a doubt. My only complaint goes to the staff at the front desk, they are dry and not so helpful...

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by susanadel – posted on May 3, 2008

16

Although I only stayed i night it was a pleasant stay.Thanks. May stay again when in Sydney

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by atamayo969 – posted on Apr 28, 2008

1

great front desk service and help cleaning excellent throughout friendly and relaxed atmosphere

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by robpascoe – posted on Apr 27, 2008

1

When I went to book some additional nights in the same bed/dorm, the price was more expensive than booked on Hostel World.

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by Cristin79 – posted on Apr 22, 2008

7

Evas is quite nice! The staff is quite cute and helpful. The location is wonderfully close to the botanical gardens which makes for a nice start to any day. Would definitely stay here again.

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by johnsongonzo3156 – posted on Apr 22, 2008

1

We booked five nights at Eva's backpackers, and after the first night we were looking for somewhere else! We found the staff very unhelpful when we had to complain about the huge noise level, which started at 3.30 in the morning until 5.30 and despite requests to turn the music down!! Don't stay... more We booked five nights at Eva's backpackers, and after the first night we were looking for somewhere else! We found the staff very unhelpful when we had to complain about the huge noise level, which started at 3.30 in the morning until 5.30 and despite requests to turn the music down!! Don't stay here if you want a good nights sleep!!1close

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by jonandanna5811 – posted on Apr 20, 2008

6

I really liked this hostel. It had lots of thoughtful touches such as shelves, hooks and lights next to beds. Big rooms and a lot of storage space for backpacks. The staff were very friendly. The communal areas such as the kitchen and TV area were quite small but the upside is that people spend a... more I really liked this hostel. It had lots of thoughtful touches such as shelves, hooks and lights next to beds. Big rooms and a lot of storage space for backpacks. The staff were very friendly. The communal areas such as the kitchen and TV area were quite small but the upside is that people spend a lot of time in their dorms, making it easy to meet people.close

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by Linsaycha – posted on Apr 17, 2008

1

Some noisy tenants in the hostel while we stayed. They were drinking and carousing outside the hostel after 11pm making it difficult to get to sleep.

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by johnvbrennan – posted on Apr 12, 2008

1

Liz on the reception is top class, very friendly and excellent at running the place

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by bigus – posted on Apr 10, 2008

12

Staff were very helpful, twin room was light, clean and clean-smelling. It's in a quiet side street in Kings Cross which makes it value-for-money (i.e. a good night's sleep). Kitchen was clean and cosy. $2 coffees across the road and KC station about 2 mins - excellent. (internet was down but not... more Staff were very helpful, twin room was light, clean and clean-smelling. It's in a quiet side street in Kings Cross which makes it value-for-money (i.e. a good night's sleep). Kitchen was clean and cosy. $2 coffees across the road and KC station about 2 mins - excellent. (internet was down but not permanent) A Boutique hotel for $185/night was not as good as Eva's. Thank you Eva's!close

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by andrewcerini8821 – posted on Apr 6, 2008

1

it was quite loud sometimes at night. the walls seemed to be out of paper, but this is the only thing to complain.

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by jessithormann9234 – posted on Apr 6, 2008

1

Not a good choice if you require a quiet sleep. It is too noisy in my point of view. Buy the room and common restrooms look very nice.

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by Dr-LuYi – posted on Apr 6, 2008

5

we really liked eva's, great staff, nice atmosphere. Bit more pricey than other hostels in the area but def worth it!

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by beckyroberts822887 – posted on Apr 5, 2008

7