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Reviews of Summer House Kings Cross, Sydney 4 stars

153 Forbes Street, Woolloomooloo, Woolloomooloo, 2011 Sydney, Australia

#288 of 325 hotels in Sydney

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 378 hostel reviews

6.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.8

  • Comfort

    6.7

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    6.7

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 11-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price

    Facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 11-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -Lack of space to eat -1 toilet for many rooms wasn't enough, I waited everyday -An incident arrived at 1am. Firemen and police came because of an electricity problem. Everyone was outside in the street for 1h. Fortunately, things came back to normal after 1h.

    Good bed, comfortable The hostel was clean Free food/activities were very nice

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    6.0
    A decent hostel experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was so small for 6 people, it felt very cramped and stuffy and got really hot in there. Staff were ok but it seems like they all live in the hostel and it is quite a clique-y atmosphere, so maybe not great if you're a solo traveller. The bathrooms are tiny and theres nowhere near enough for the amount of people staying.

    The kitchen was very clean. A good location, not too far from the opera house. The wifi was excellent. They had different events on at night which was good. We stayed for over 10 days and it was fine here but not the most comfortable or spacious place.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One staff guy always screaming everyday like a 3yo child. That's why I won't return anymore.

    Globally pleasant but...

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed and would definitely come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sometimes to hot at night, outside area closes at ten

    We loved the Common Areas and the Events. Also liked that the rooms have lockers and Power sockets next to every bed.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    8.0
    Nice, Warm and Confortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The location is amazing, I really liked the hood. And also the staff were very helpful when I needed them :)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 January 2024

    7.0
    ..
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    meet new people and property

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen had no oven. I hate ventilators in a room, but i can understand it. Would have more to say to peoples mind than the hostel.

    different Activities throughout the week, could have done different more variety, if you stay for longer

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a very big hostel with many people and no private spots if you want to be alone.

    Great location, quite easy going, kitchen well equipped and free barbecue nights. Very social hostel. The big dorms don't feel so crowded and it's well organized. Cleaning every day.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    8.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice hostel, clean and tidy. The ambiance is good with activities every night.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    The ultimate backpacker experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 19 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen always closed a bit early.

    My friend and I found the hostel to be very nice. The location is ideal, with the botanic garden just a 10-minute walk away, and the opera house is also not far. The staff was friendly, and the rooms were mostly clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The outside area sadly closes at 10pm every day

    Very nice outdoor area, perfect to meet new people, every day community events

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 11-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cool bohemian, secret a little bit dirty spot

    If you are staying here because is cheap and good located you are going to find a place for hippie people…the backyard is cool to have a breakfast

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    8.0
    Friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Full fridges

    Hostel has everyday events during the week, that's amazing. Suzana and Emma are good staffs.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    8.0
    I really enjoy it
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are free bbq, and free gun it's really good to live here

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 11-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, friendly staff. To meet people is top.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    8.0
    Ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Small bathrooms

    Great area

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2023

    7.0
    Nice stay, clean, fun, and conveniently located. Recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    While my stay at the property was overall good, it's important to note that there were a few common aspects that one might encounter when staying in a hostel. Occasionally, there was music playing late at night, which could be a bit disruptive if you wanted to rest. Additionally, as with any shared accommodation, there was the possibility of having a messy roommate. However, these minor inconveniences are common in hostel experiences and do not reflect any shortcomings specific to the property itself.

    I liked the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. The daily activities were fun, and the location was amazing – within walking distance of the opera and Darling Harbour. Special thanks to Duty Manager Susana for keeping the hostel in top shape. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2023

    8.0
    Great time at the summer house
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food’s storage in plastic bag, and ofter they throw away some food’s bag.

    Courtyard and meeting people Good location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    8.0
    Wonderfull time in the summer house backpacker
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Miss some ustensiles in the kitchen

    Courtyard

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    7.0
    Great location, cheap, but few things missing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Only three toilets downstairs and two showers. Sometimes need to wait for them. Kitchen can become crowded on evening. Cockroaches in rooms.

    Staff is nice, location central and next to Sydney parks. Mattress was comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2023

    6.0
    Very basic, please sort out cockroaches
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our beds and walls were covered in cockroaches. Bathroom facilities were extremely basic and one toilet became disfunctional during our stay. Guests were really noisy until 2am during the week.

    Great location and cheapest option in the city. Kitchen was fine and staff were constantly maintaining it and keeping it and the rest of the hostel clean.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    8.0
    Great stay, value for money👍🏻 would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice staff, clean facilities

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 11-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the room I stayed in (11 bed) was split with 9 single beds upstairs and 1 bunk bed downstairs. When I arrived, all upstairs beds were taken so I took the hunk bed downstairs. Quite lonely as felt as though I was in a private room. Door would slam shut very loudly (bunk bed right next to door and stairs) and stairs were very creaky and loud so quite hard to sleep when people were in and out (I understand it’s a hostel so there’s traffic but not helped by noise).

    great location and friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2023

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