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Westend Backpackers

3.5 of 5
412 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia (Formerly Footprints Westend) (Chinatown)
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Perth
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Cleanliness.. The drain in the shower was always clogged even after cleaners had been. Dead bugs were found on my bed and staff reassured me this wasnt a bed bug. However, I was later bitten. There was a dead cockroach on the stairs to the storage room. The tea towels in the kitchen were ALWAYS smelly and dirty. Staff.. They... More

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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

The best bit about this hostel is the location. Right in the middle of the main city so can't complain there. The family room is small and expensive for what it is but i suppose its the location you pay for. The staff were friendly but I feel they could have been more knowledgable about the local area. Good lounge... More

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Sam B, Manager at Westend Backpackers, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Hi, Great to hear from you and thank you for your comments. Many of our staff members are new at present however they are all currently learning as much as they can re our beautiful Sydney. We look forward to you returning soon Kind Regards The Nomads Westend Team :-) More

Queenstown, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Just arrived in Australia and went to Nomads Westend. I got a free ride from the airport as stayed longer then 3 nights so good start. I walked in to a hostel full of amazing staff these guys rocked and so friendly especially at 7am in the morning!! Rooms are standard size and basic but have all you need with... More

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Sam B, Manager at Westend Backpackers, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Hi Matt, Thank you for your review we appreciate all feedback we get. Its great to hear you had such a good time with us and we hope you return soon. Kind Regards The Nomads Westend Team :-) More

Quebec City, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

I've done a lot of travel in different places in the world and have a fair bit of experience with hostel. This one was not the best I stayed at. The room were too small for the amount of bed they had. We barely had space for our backpack. The bathroom was also fairly small and not the cleanest. I... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

I do frequent (once every couple months) trips to Sydney central, and being el-cheapo when it comes to backpacking I have learned to tolerate all manner of things (rooms that smell like feet, cockroaches etc.) just so I don't have to pay $150+ a night for a double room. So imagine my surprise when I come across a room in... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

I have stayed at a lot of different hostels in Australia while backpacking and this was by far the worst! Me and my boyfriend stayed in a 6-bed dorm one night, and ended up sharing it with 8 guys that were sharing 4 beds by sleeping in shifts. The door to the toilet didn't work-you couldn't close it at all,... More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013 via mobile

Stayed here over new year for a few nights as it was one of the cheapest places in Sydney for the time of year. I was a bit unsure what I was letting myself in for after reading some of the reviews but it was really not that bad! The hostel is located right in the centre of Sydney and... More

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Essex
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Dirty, loud horrible hostel legs got bitten by bed bugs as the sheets had not been cleaned we stayed in a 8 bed mixed dorm with ensuite and the door to the toilet completely came off so that you couldn't use the shower or toilet in private. Reception staff were useless and one night some random slept in the bed... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

I unfortunately have to agree with most of the reviews regarding this hostel as it was not as sanitary as I would have liked, especially for the cost. The sheets did smell odd and I questioned whether thay have been washed or not. The smell of mould was by far the worst aspect as this is not just an inconvenience,... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

We booked a double room. Turned up and we left within 20 mins. We inspected the room and found. *A microsmall room * mould smell *windows brown * could not open windows to airate *thick line of dust around the room * a used tissue behind the bed. *stained matress AVOID

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Additional Information about Westend Backpackers

Also Known As:
Westend Backpackers Hotel Sydney
Westend Backpackers Hotel
Address: 412 Pitt Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia (Formerly Footprints Westend)
Region: Australia > New South Wales > Sydney > Chinatown
Amenities:
Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #96 of 126 Speciality lodging in Sydney
Price range (per night): RM121 - 384
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Funky Central Sydney Accommodation Great Vibe, Friendly Staff, Clean & Secure, Central Location & Beds for everyone. Nomads Westend is only 5 minutes walk from Sydney Central Station & a short stroll to all major tourist attractions. This Sydney Backpackers Hostel offers travellers, backpackers, students and groups, funky, cheap, budget style accommodation (4 & 6 share dorms, double & triple rooms - all include a private bathroom). For those after something a little different you can't forget the world famous 28 bed dorm, "The Church". Westend Backpackers - More than just a bed! We want you to have a good time. Honestly. So we've sorted out some awesome activities for you everyday and night - we want YOU to have as much fun as possible. We Entertain you every night of the week, we offer you an action packed list of daily activities and tours, or check out the latest gossip at one of our famous FREE in-house parties... Our Schedule includes Guided walks of the City, a Free BBQ at Coogee beach, Pub crawls and the Stunning Bondi to Coogee coastal walk. ... more   less 
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