34-36A Darlinghurst Road Kings Cross, Potts Point, 2011 Sydney, Australia
#241 of 330 hotels in Sydney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 274 hostel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Location
8.8
Facilities
7.8
Staff
8.7
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 September 2024
Harry
United KingdomIt was extremely sociable, good sense of family. Free drinks every Friday and Saturday.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Calum
AustraliaThere was renovations being done whilst i was there which meant the main areas of the hostel were a little messier than usual, but the improvements will be worth it and make this an even better place to stay!
Such a great hostel to stay at when your in Sydney. The people I met there were amazing including the staff - all very welcoming and helpful! The location is great as well being right next to the train station and a short walk to the cbd. The hostel was constantly being cleaned and the beds were really comfy also. Would absolutely recommend this hostel for anyone comimg to Sydney and wanting to make new friends!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Owen
GermanyShame that only have 3 washes and dryers.
The staff were incredibly helpful with any requests. The rooms seem relatively modern. The kitchen is clean and comfortable to cook in.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 15 June 2024
O
BrazilKitchen were really disgusting, lots of trash and messy all the time, it was cleaned everyday by staff member but there was no rules, people were playing cards and drinking games all nights in the kitchen. I wasn’t able to eat or sit most of the time. There was no space on the freezer either.
Rooms and bathroom were good and organized, all clean.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 22 May 2024
Isabella
United KingdomThe hostel has a clean environment and a busy atmosphere. Also very close to the beach and CBD.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Calum
AustraliaThe rooms could have had more storage in them and could have had more bathrooms for the number of people staying here.
The hostel was really clean and had a great vibe. Met some really cool people at the various events put on by the staff every night. Will definitely be coming back whenever I’m in Sydney!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Niina
GermanyThe staff was nice and the ensuite bathroom in the female dorm was somewhat impressive by hostel standards, the shower was good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Alejandro
SpainKitchen is very small, so easily gets saturated. Also only one toilet per floor.
Very well located. Free gym pass everyday included with your stay. Easy to meet people as hostel is small.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Catalina
New ZealandIt doesn’t have enough bathrooms for the number of guest.
Staff friendly and good location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 27 December 2023
Raquel
MaltaOverall not a bad stay but the staff were horrible. Most of them didn’t really want to work and some were also rude. There was this particular short blonde girl with glasses who doesn’t know what she’s doing. I asked her to extend my stay and she simply answered ‘we don’t have anymore rooms’ almost without even checking. A friend that I was traveling with happened to ask again another staff and he happily checked us in for another week. Additionally, this particular girl spoke rudely to us on several occasions. I also noticed the staff have particular preferences with certain people which is very unprofessional as everyone should be treated equally. Some were allowed to check out late because they were friends with the staff but if others come few minutes after check out time they will take action. Maybe there needs to be a re-evaluation of the staff to create a better experience for the guests!
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Matthias
GermanyThey bed was not very stable, a bit shakey.
Easy to reach all of Sydney, cleanest backpacker hostel I have been to. Good value.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Annika
AustraliaThe staff is really friendly, helpful and welcoming. Hostel has good vibes in common areas and location is amazing! Only couple of minutes away to train station.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Becky
AustraliaNA
The hostel has a really lovely social atmosphere, all the staff are super lovely. They had an activity every night and free dinner on Tuesdays. Room/bathroom was clean and tidy with lockers. Kitchen is well equipped!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Juan
ArgentinaThat they retain your passport for ensurance as a payment. That is illegal.
The vibes
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 June 2023
Guilherme
BrazilThe place doesn't has open rooms like living rooms to stay comfortable if you want do something in your computer. And people don't have much education to use the toilet. Small kitchen.
Good staff.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 May 2023
Teresa
Franceone more fridge needed
I spent a very good in mad monkey king cross. All people are very friendly, the staff is very welcoming. The hostel organised a lot of activities and it’s very good vibes. The room is clean and the bed are comfortable. You will enjoy your stay here !
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 15 May 2023
Quinn
AustraliaDidn’t know there was a whole load of stairs, I needed help with bags
Rooms were good, had our own ensuite which was nice
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2023
Ceciliavf
ArgentinaMaybe the fact that the luggage room might not be safe as some guest should double check the door is locked
Friendly staff. Nice room, good location They got shared activities every day
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 27 April 2023
Breeze
United KingdomNeeded a few more events
Hostel isn’t too big or too small, has a good vibe in the TV room/ common areas. Close to the train station and good location in general
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 21 April 2023
Mia
Australiait was very nice staying at this hostel. i just started traveling and didnt know what to expect from the hostel life, but mad monkey didn't dissapoint. The rooms were clean and the staff was very friendly and helpfull. I lost the keys of my locker and one of the girls from the staff helped me find them. they also organise a lot of fun events, where i met a lot of great people. during one of the night of my stay the ovens didnt work, that was a bit annoying, but they arranged free pizza and the next day new ovens arrived. so that was fine. overall a good experience.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 17 April 2023
Fernanda
ChileOur room's shower didn't have a curtain or a door (which it obviously had at some point). It was open, so water got all over the place when you showered.
I really liked the location (it was in the middle of an active neighborhood, lots of day and night life) and the cleanliness of the place. There were a few places to lay down and chill, and a vending machine (both great after a night out). The staff were nice, and most of the time you could find someone at the front desk.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 4 April 2023
Wonbee
South Koreashower room cleaning in the early morning? it doesn't make sense. some cabinets are locked when nobody using them. please check this out.
location, people around, free programs
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 1 April 2023
Wakawaaka
United StatesNoise from the renovation. Stinky smell from the room. There's no lift for the luggage so not a great place for those who bring their suitcases
Loved the kitchen area. They even have oven, utensils, and spices. Air conditioner worked and the water dispenser was perfect itself.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 24 March 2023
Evangelos
United KingdomIt could do with fixing, especially the air conditioning and ventilation.
The staff, location and price.
Stayed in March 2023
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