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Zing Backpackers

156 Victoria St Kings Cross, Sydney, New South Wales 2011 Australia
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#22 of 83 hostels in Sydney
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Free breakfast
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Non-smoking hotel
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
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Self-serve laundry
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HOTEL CLASS
2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
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Languages Spoken
English, German
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dinoriders wrote a review Feb 2020
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
Brian and Mark made my stay here very welcoming and I could watch Netflix ALL night without hassle or interruption from anybody in one of the smaller rooms, outside, in the back of Zing! They made it very easy to be myself. Thanks Mark and Brian!
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Date of stay: July 2019
Room Tip: Same as any hostel! Make sure you have earplugs!!
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Bella wrote a review Dec 2019
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My room was nice, and everything in it worked. But the bathrooms were disgusting and so was the kitchen. I often had to clean the toilet before I could use it. And the long term residents didn’t seem to have much respect for the hostel or others staying in it: they were continuously loud.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 5 Feb 2020
HI there We have a morning and night cleaner . The kitchens and Bathrooms are cleaned twice per day. We also have 24 hour reception. We are constantly upgrading the hostel and making improvements. regards Danny and Bruce
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Danielle K wrote a review Nov 2019
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This hostel was the dirtiest, smelliest, grimmest place we’ve ever stayed at (baring in mind we’ve been travelling for the past 6 months - third world countries have cleaner rooms than this!) I don’t know where to start.. Upon arrival a guy was speaking so rudely to other workers finally got into room and the bed was broken and stunk. There was thick dirt/dust everywhere! Dead cockroaches around the place. There’s actually no reception or hosts within Zing they’re all in another building (original backpackers) and they was least helpful I went and asked for an iron - ‘oh it’s missing do you really need it maybe come back and look for it in a few days’. The other travellers are smoking all hours of the day we’ve left and all our luggage now needs cleaning as the smoke engulfs the place. The toilet and shower are inside a small cupboard. The floors have clearly never been mopped the entire place needs a clean! The kitchen is filthy there’s no basic hygiene!! You wipe your feet on the way out!
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Date of stay: November 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 5 Feb 2020
This review is inaccurate.We have 24 hour reception,we have plenty of irons as guests use them every day,the only place smoking is permitted is in the courtyard.The smoke engulfing Sydney this summer has been from the terrible fires that have occurred- we have all smelt of smoke at times but have been thankful we have not lost our homes or our lives.Wipe your feet on the way out of our country!!
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Julia G wrote a review June 2019
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The first room was a disaster and I could barely walk in. I couldn’t tell which bed was supposed to be mine since it was so messy. They put me in a new 6 person room with 2 people. It absolutely reeked. There was graffiti everywhere and blood and puke stains on some beds.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 25 July 2019
We dispute the reality of this review.We do not have puke and blood stains on beds as we can easily change the mattress protectors that all our beds have.If the room smelt it would have been the shoes or socks of one of the 2 guests.
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Dorothea Z wrote a review Sept 2018
Herborn, Germany4 contributions1 helpful vote
Some years ago I had the best time in life there, so I wanted to remember. The Hostel is much more improved and more comfy now. I loved to stay in the courtyard, with it's palms and colorful walls. Unfortunately the kitchen is always overfloating and the facilitys are very poor, there is no can opener, even not in the Originals Hostel close-by. The cleanliness is good, but less hygienic in the kitchen. The stuff at the reception is without exception friendly but not very helpful. They mostly couldn't help me with any case. I felt that the manager is not very caring and not interested in the Hostel. The Computers in Zing are not working, the wifi is slow and not possible to use on Microsoft phones. The female dorm I stayed in was nice, I had roommates which were respectful and considerate, so I could sleep well by night. The location is good, it's a 15 minute walk into the city centre. They have laundry facilities, but just cold wash, My Tip: If you want to wash warm, you can walk 1 minute down the street, where there is the potts point laundry, warm wash is 4 $, but the woman who work there is very rude, so never mind.
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Date of stay: September 2018
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 1 Jan 2019
The manager was on holidays when you stayed so we could have helped you with your problems.The wi fi does work on Microsoft phones and there is clearly the option of hot,cold or warm wash on the washing machines.I'm glad you loved the courtyard,room and our location.
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Yasmin L wrote a review Sept 2018
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It was very good time at the hostel! It was clean all the time and the staff was great and helpful, the location is very good and close to the train station. All the other guests were very friendly and nice
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 1 Jan 2019
Glad you loved Zing.We have a clean hostel in a great location and the staff and guests are very friendly.
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Mykidou wrote a review Aug 2018
Rennes, France2 contributions
Backpack was clean with a great location ! (Nears shop and the beautiful botanic garden) Host are nice and friendly. Everything is good and looks like to website pictures. I booked a room with 2 beds and small kitchen 👍
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Room for 2 people with small kitchen.
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 29 Aug 2018
Thanks for the great review-we have a great location,friendly staff and the reality is as good as the pictures on our website,
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constalasasa wrote a review May 2018
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
A friend and me stayed for three days in a 2 bed room we didn't know what to expect as it was very cheap, we were very shocked when we saw how nice the room was and even had a TV. Great kitchen and cool people of all nationalitys. Thanks Zing
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 29 Aug 2018
Thanks for the great review.We have nice rooms,a great kitchen and we are a truly international hostel with guests from LOTS of different countries.
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domaustraliajones wrote a review May 2018
Sydney, Australia1 contribution
Being 20 years old and travelling alone it can be very nerve racking entering a new hostel, from the second i arrived at zing i was made to feel sooo welcome and fitted right in. If you want clean rooms, great facilities and the buzz of kings cross zing is for you.
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Date of stay: May 2018
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Room Tip: Private rooms are very well priced
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 29 Aug 2018
Thanks for the great review -you will feel welcome as soon as you arrive-our vfriendly staff make sure of that.In addition we have clean rooms,great facilities and a brilliant location.
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Lizi O wrote a review May 2018
Jamaica10 contributions1 helpful vote
I have travelled around the world and my time at zing has to be one of the best. The staff went out of their way to make my time a good one. Sven was hilarious, Sam was a joker and the manager Bruce was amazing. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Sydney.
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Bruce-KE, Manager at Zing Backpackers
Responded 29 Aug 2018
Thanks for the great review .We have fantastic staff from several different countries that help to make Zing a great hostel.Our location is also brilliant and I'm stoked that you thought the manager was amazing!!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Zing Backpackers
Which popular attractions are close to Zing Backpackers?
Nearby attractions include Art Masterclass - Sydney (0.4 km), Bamboozle Room (0.1 km), and The Running Joke Comedy Club (0.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Zing Backpackers?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, laundry service, and self serve laundry.
What food & drink options are available at Zing Backpackers?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Zing Backpackers?
Conveniently located restaurants include Farmhouse Kings Cross, Friggitoria, and Malabar South Indian Restaurant in Darlinghurst.
Are any cleaning services offered at Zing Backpackers?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Zing Backpackers?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.
Are there any historical sites close to Zing Backpackers?
Many travellers enjoy visiting State Theatre (1.5 km), Anzac Memorial (1.2 km), and St. Mary's Cathedral (0.9 km).