Mad Monkey Bayswater

–Excellent location - show map
+39 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Property highlights

About this property

Mad Monkey Backpackers Bayswater is set in a beautiful townhouse property. This helps create our Mad Monkey family atmosphere, which means guests meet new friends, whom become great friends. The property offers all guests an awesome Rooftop with BBQ Facilities that looks over the gorgeous Rushcutters Bay, Ultrafast WiFi, Large Security Lockers (BYO padlocks), Tea & Coffee, Organised Events & Nights Out, PS5 + Gaming Area, Pool Table , TV Lounge. Our clean dorms, new bunks/mattresses, multiple common areas & passionate entertainments staff gives this hostel that perfect atmosphere. Located just off the famous “Golden Mile” in Kings Cross (Sydney’s backpacker Mecca) allows easy access to the best clubs, restaurants & tourist attractions. Plus just a 2 minute walk to the train station & bus stops which will take you straight to the CBD & the beautiful beaches of Sydney. Our reception opening hours are 8am - 8pm. No E-Bike batteries are allowed on the premises Please Note: Our reception is closed on the 25th December. You will not be able to check in or out on that date. Payment for all reservations made between 24th December & 2nd of January will be taken when the booking is made and are NON REFUNDABLE. If credit card is invalid or inefficient funds you have 72 hours to update your details otherwise your booking will be cancelled.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • BBQ facilities

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Availability

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Room type
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1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Kemet
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Night manager really welcomed me into the hostel and introduced me to the social group of the hostel. Hannah on the desk the nextprning was super friendly and gave me great travel tips for Sydney”
Molly
Sweden Sweden
“Great hostel! Very clean and comfortable, with a super friendly atmosphere. The staff were helpful and welcoming, and the location was perfect – close to everything but still quiet at night. Would definitely stay here again!”
Phelan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Mad Monkey Bayswater nailed it, the rooftop’s a proper suntrap, perfect for lazy afternoons and meeting people, and the pool table downstairs kept the fun going when the sun dipped. Might’ve lost a few games, but definitely not complaining about...”
Santoro
Australia Australia
“The hostel was super clean! My favorite spot was definitely the TV room — a lifesaver on the rainy days I had. The staff were really friendly and helpful, and the kitchen had everything you could possibly need”
Lena
Germany Germany
“The location is amazing! The people and the staff are so nice and the whole atmosphere feels very familiar and cozy. There’s dinner provided twice a week where everybody sits together and enjoys each other’s company. Love it!!”
Millie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved my stay! Gorgeous rooftop and staff were so friendly and helpful.”
Manon
France France
“I had a great time staying here! The hostel is super sociable with people from all over the world, with events organised throughout the week which makes it easier to make friends. It’s also particularly clean — the common areas are cleaned...”
Ilana
France France
“The hostel is ideally located in Sydney, close to the Kings Cross area! My friend and I were warmly welcomed by both the staff and the other backpackers from the moment we arrived :) The hostel is small and cozy, which really makes it easier to...”
Ella
Australia Australia
“Really good vibes, amazing communal spaces and overall very clean 🤍 Staff are lovely too”
Dai
Argentina Argentina
“I loved the rooftop of the hostel. It’s a beautiful area to take some fresh air, read or just chill :) The people in the staff is really amazing, they’ve been so lovely and charming w me ♥️ The location of the hostel is super convenience, it’s 5...”

Property surroundings

House rules

Mad Monkey Bayswater takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property's reception opening hours are from 08:00 to 20:00.

Guests arriving after 20:00 are requested to inform the property.

The property cannot accept guests under 18 or over 35 years old.

Please note that there is a 1% charge when you pay with a credit card.

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

Please note that our reception is closed on 24th December, 25th December, 26th December, 31st December and 1st January. You will not be able to check in or out on those dates. Payments for all reservations made between 28th December and 2nd January will be taken on 1st December and are non-refundable. If the credit card is invalid or insufficient funds, you have 72 hours to update your details; otherwise, your booking will be cancelled.

Please note that a valid passport is required at check-in. A copy of a passport will not be accepted.

Please note that the property cannot guarantee that all guests will be in the same room.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mad Monkey Bayswater in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.