Hotel, Inn, Guest house, Back packer, Hostel, Lodge, Bunkhouse/Dormitory
With a lively, energetic bunch of managers who've been, seen and done it all themselves, the Jolly Swagman maintains a reputation for the friendliest staff, the cleanest beds at the best rates! Only hostel open 24hrs with 24hr security, access and message service.
"I thought the staff were awesome here! the atmosphere of the place was great there was always something to do and usually people to hang out with so you never felt alone when you were travelling independently. I would recommend this hostel to everyone" Hostelworld - July 2006
"Best social life, BBQs and trips ... the staff are friendly and helpful about getting work!" - The Lonely Planet 2003
Locality
Finding Us
From Central Station take the train (platform 24) to KINGS CROSS (only 7 minutes). Take the 'VICTORIA STREET' exit, turn down Victoria Street and walk approx 50 metres, turn right onto 'ORWELL STREET' and you'll see our big bright yellow building on the right.
Property
"This 134 bed hostel has 24 hour security and a social life that gets the thumbs up from more than a few travellers. The rooms are modern and have lockers, fridges, reading lamps, fans & T.V (no T.V in dorms).
Safety standards are high, and the staff are friendly and helpful with information about getting work and getting around. " LONELY PLANET 2004
FREE use of our fully-equipped kitchen: make your own meals - supermarkets, delis close by. Cheap counter lunches at local pubs and budget restaurants minutes away.
Ten minutes walk to the city: Kings Cross is the fun, cosmopolitan centre for backpackers in Sydney. Two minutes walk to buses and trains: - explore the city by train and bus - BONDI BEACH just 15 minutes away! 15 minutes walk to the Opera House, Sydney Harbour, Darling Harbour and Chinatown! FREE 24hr pick up to City Centre from airport.
Safe, clean, affordable accommodation, 45 rooms - 135 beds. Twin, double rooms - four or six bed (single sex or mixed) dorms. FREE linen, FREE blankets. Modern bathrooms - laundry facilities. Lockers, fridge, fan and FREE colour TV in every room. FREE beer on arrival!
Holiday experiences
Close to Public Transport, School Group, Student Accommodation
Facilities
Accept MasterCard, Accept VISA, BBQ, Books/Magazines Supplied, Courtesy vehicle, Internet access, Kiosk, Kitchen, Kitchen, Laundry facilities, Laundry facilities, Linen supplied, Linen supplied, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Tea/Coffee Making Facilities, Television, Television, Tour desk