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Maze Backpackers

1.5 star property
Adults-only hostel in Sydney with a 24-hour front desk

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Located in Sydney's heart, Maze Backpackers offers a vibrant atmosphere with an arcade room and billiards table. Nearby are Capitol Theatre and World Square Shopping Centre. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, a vending machine for quick snacks, and attentive staff.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
417 Pitt St, Haymarket, NSW, 02000

What's nearby

  • World Square Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hyde Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sydney Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 4 min walk
  • Sydney Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Show Neua Thai Street Food - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chat Thai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chamberlain Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Khao Neow - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Boon Café - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Maze Backpackers

Hostel near World Square Shopping Centre
Close to Capitol Theatre and Hyde Park, Maze Backpackers provides a terrace, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and a billiards/pool table
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 200 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • 8 bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 35 per night); discounts available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older 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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 20 per person, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 35 per night (1640 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Maze Backpackers
Maze Backpackers Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel
Maze Backpackers Haymarket
Maze Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Maze Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Haymarket

Frequently asked questions

Is Maze Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Maze Backpackers?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Maze Backpackers on 16 Nov 2025 start from RM 312.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Maze Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Maze Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maze Backpackers located?

Located in Haymarket, this hostel is steps away from World Square Shopping Centre and Capitol Theatre. Hyde Park and Sydney Town Hall are also within 15 minutes. Capitol Square Light Rail Station and Museum Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Maze Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 268 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 937 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bryan

Great place to stay on short visits
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noticable an older building, but it's all in good condition and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good basic clean rooms for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at reception were kind and offered various suggestions on what to do/where to eat around the area when I asked. The facilities were clean, quiet, and amenities are nothing crazy but offered multiple clean spaces to hang in. New to travelling and first hostel stay, honestly have no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checkin staff were welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great

A good, basic backpacker's, very good kitchen, very central.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and well managed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean sheets, clean bathrooms and helpful, friendly staff. A good backpacker hostel :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Olly

Liked: Staff & service
The accommodation is a bit more rundown than the pictures and to get a blanket and more then 1 pillow you have to pay a deposit that you get back at the end of your stay but still annoying another $30 I could of spent on my holiday and with no heater in the room you do need it also the hand dryer in bathroom didn’t work the whole time I was there and the sanitary bins had not been emptied in days. But the staff were lovey
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service
Warm staff and centrally located to everything this backpackers is no frills but perfectly adequate for a cheap fun trip to the city. Can be a bit noisy but otherwise was fine for a night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
With activities every night, it's a very social place, travelling alone means nothing here as you will meet people and have a great time. Note it is humid inside the rooms over summer.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location= excellent Everything else= horrific
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ve stayed here a few times in the past and always enjoy my stay. I stayed about 4wks this time and enjoyed my time. I’ll be back.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Budget accommodation.

This budget property was very impressive. Though the rooms are small and quite basic, they are clean and ideal for an overnight stay. The share bathrooms were spotless and quite pleasantly appointed. The venue is very centrally located to theatres, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Amenities
It's properly was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great price for short stay.

Mine was an overnight stay for business reasons. I knew I would not be spending much time at the property because of the business commitments so just needed somewhere clean and comfortable to sleep. The Maze suited my convenience perfectly. I booked a private room with shared bathroom facilities, which were spotless and convenient to my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy for my purpose
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good, no problems.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Thavatsay

OK
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jesper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fine stay

Fine hostel. The beds were not too comfortable. They lack storage space in the kitchen and refrigerators. But great events, well equipped kitchen and friendly people
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Daisuke

Liked: Staff & service
The price was reasonable. Not being a elevator there would make us feel very inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It all ok
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful hot box rooms with the most useless fan to blow the hot air around the room rather than help with cooling
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024