About

Looking for a place where you can truly feel at home while exploring all Sydney has to offer? Secret Garden Backpackers is the perfect spot to meet like-minded travelers and experience the best of the city, all while staying in a cozy and social environment.

Here’s what you’ll love about us:

Prime Location
• Central to Everything: Located just a 10-minute walk from Central Station, making travel around the city a breeze. Whether you're heading to the airport, Bondi Beach, or the Blue Mountains, we’re perfectly located for it all.
• Sydney CBD is just a short walk away, so you're never far from the action.
• Close to cafes, convenience stores, pubs, and bars for easy access to everything you need.
• Beautiful nearby park with a basketball court, swimming pool and green spaces, perfect for a run or a relaxing afternoon.

Our Amazing Hostel Features
• Chill Garden: A spacious outdoor garden area that’s perfect for socializing, eating, or just relaxing in the sun.
• Comfy Common Areas: TV room with Netflix, games, and books for your entertainment. A cozy dining area to hang out and enjoy meals.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen: Cook up your favorite meals or try something new with all the amenities you need. Complimentary coffee, tea and sugar is also available.
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel to keep you connected.
• Free Sim Cards.
• Guest Laundry Facilities to make your stay hassle-free.
• Vending Machines with snacks and drinks to fuel your adventures.

Social Yet Relaxed Atmosphere
• We believe in making meaningful connections. Our friendly environment ensures you’ll meet people from around the world while enjoying low-key vibes.
• Daily Events: We love bringing people together with our free events such as:
o Free BBQ on Fridays: Enjoy a delicious BBQ with fellow travelers to kickstart your weekend.
o Pancakes on Sunday Mornings: Start your day right with a stack of fluffy pancakes.
o Day Trips Every Saturday: Explore Sydney and beyond with our exciting trips.
o … and much more!

Rooms to Suit All Travelers
• Mixed Dorms, Female-Only Dorms, and Private Rooms: We have a variety of room types to meet your needs and preferences.
• Lockers in Every Room: Secure your belongings with individual lockers provided for each guest.

Travel Made Easy
• Summer Travel Agency: Our travel agency is here to help you plan your next adventure and offers exclusive discounts on tours and activities across Australia.

Exclusive Nightlife Discounts
• Discounted Tickets to popular Sydney clubs, so you can enjoy the nightlife scene at a lower cost. Ask us for more details when you check in!

Why Stay With Us?
• Homie Vibes: We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where you’ll feel right at home.
• Make Friends Easily: With daily social activities and an open, friendly environment, making new friends is part of the experience.
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Booking & Check-in Information
Reception Hours:
• Monday to Friday: 8 AM – 8 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 9 AM – 7 PM
• Night Manager on duty for late check-ins (until 2 AM) for your convenience.

Check-In & Check-Out:
• Check-in: 2 PM
• Check-out: 10 AM

Booking & Payment Policies
• Non-refundable bookings: Full payment will be charged before arrival to secure your reservation.
• Pay-on-arrival bookings: A charge for the first night will be processed 24 hours prior to arrival, with the balance payable at check-in.
• Payments: We accept Visa, MasterCard, or cash (AMEX not accepted). Card transactions incur a 1.9% surcharge.
• A valid passport or driver's license is required at check-in. Failure to provide one may result in cancellation of your booking.
• A $20 key deposit is collected at check-in and refunded upon return.
• Guests must be 18+ years old to stay.

Cancellation Policies
• Cancellations made within 24 hours of arrival or no-shows will result in a charge equivalent to one night’s stay per person.
• Changes to bookings must be requested at least 24 hours before check-in and are subject to availability.
• Peak Period Reservations: During busy times such as December 30th, 31st, and January 1st, a minimum 3-night stay is required, and these bookings are non-refundable.

Book your stay at Secret Garden Backpackers today, and get ready to explore Sydney like never before!

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Card Phones
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

8.8Fabulous(1087)
  • Value for Money
    8.6
  • Security
    9.1
  • Atmosphere
    8.7
  • Cleanliness
    8.3
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.2
  • Facilities
    8.3
Stayed in Nov 2025
7.1
E
EvA
Female, 18-24, England
The hostel was fine and social but it was super dirty like bugs in my room etc. it didn’t bother me but it may bother others like cockroach on the wall . Showers weren’t the cleanest either. However, good location nice staff
Stayed in Nov 2025
4.3
J
Jessica
Female, 25-30, Australia
I found maggots and bugs throughout all my bags and bed
Stayed in Sept 2025
9.7
M
Maren
Mixed Group, 31-40, Germany
Super nice staff and perfect location if you want to stay for one or more nights.
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Location

243-247 Cleveland Street, Sydney, Australia
2.5km from city centre