Funk House Backpackers
2.0 star property

Art Deco Sydney hostel in Potts Point with free breakfast

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Funk House Backpackers

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Terrace/patio
Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Property amenity
Memory-foam beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Overview of Funk House Backpackers

Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Map
23 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross, Potts Point, NSW, 2011
  • Popular LocationSydney Town Hall3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCircular Quay4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSydney Opera House5 min drive
  • AirportSydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)21 min drive
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Room options

Four Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

Private Double Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Private Twin Room

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Three Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sydney

Funk House Backpackers is located in Potts Point, a neighbourhood in Sydney, and is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Sydney Harbour Bridge and Queen Victoria Building are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Martin Place and World Square Shopping Centre. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Luna Park are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

What's nearby

  • Hyde Park - 18 min walk
  • Sydney Town Hall - 3 min drive
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive
  • SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Kings Cross Station - 3 min walk
  • Sydney Circular Quay Station - 4 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kings Cross Station - 1 min walk
  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • Et Al. Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Potts Point Hotel - 1 min walk
  • Barrel One Coffee Roasters, Potts Point - 1 min walk

About this property

Funk House Backpackers

Hostel near Circular Quay
Close to Hyde Park and Martin Place, Funk House Backpackers provides free continental breakfast, an airport shuttle and a rooftop terrace. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Funk House Backpackers feature comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Ceiling fans and desks

Languages

English, German, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 9 AM to 5 PM at scheduled times

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Building
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 20 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 14 per person (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Funk House Backpackers Hostel Potts Point
Funk House Backpackers Potts Point
Funk House Backpackers Potts
Funk House Backpackers Potts Point
Funk House Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Funk House Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Funk House Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Funk House Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Funk House Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs 9 AM-5 PM at scheduled times. A fee of AUD 14 per person applies.

Where is Funk House Backpackers located?

Located in Potts Point, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of William Street, Hyde Park and Queen Victoria Building. Sydney Town Hall and Martin Place are also within 1 mile (2 km). Kings Cross Station is only a 3-minute walk and Edgecliff Station is 17 minutes.

Funk House Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 95 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
bad hostel
terrible hostel, bed was literally just a thick foam pad, hostel smelled, reception was meh

8/10 Good

beau , canberra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to everything
Good place to crash out after being on it all night

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's good for young people.good location near bars
All of ok except share toilet and bathroom.easy check in when they have free room

8/10 Good

Mike, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Facilities: Typical; Value: Economical; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Grubby; Friendly Staff

10/10 Excellent

Chris, China

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Economical; Service: Outstanding; Solid wifi, have free maps of the city

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Funk house NSW
Small 4 bunk room, clean and tidy. Excellent king cross central location. Free breakfast was a nice touch.

8/10 Good

Lachlan, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Staff & service

6/10 Okay

Duncan, Australia - QLD - Sunshine Coast

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired; Value: Average price; Service: Basic; Cleanliness: Filthy, Smelly;

8/10 Good

Ashleigh, Australia - QLD - Brisbane

Liked: Staff & service
Facilities: Typical; Value: Inexpensive; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Clean;

4/10 Poor

James, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Disliked: Staff & service
Service: Rude, Bad, Awful;