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Blue Parrot BackpackersvsSydney Harbour YHA
Both hotels are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Sydney Harbour YHA ranks significantly higher than Blue Parrot Backpackers. Sydney Harbour YHA scores 83 with positive reviews from 7 publications such as Time Out, Oyster and Rough Guide.
Blue Parrot Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
87 Macleay St, Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011
From $26/night
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
- Fireplace
Rough Guide Star
"A family-run hostel in a great position in the trendy (and quieter) part of Potts Point, this converted mansion is sunny, airy and brightly painted."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Well-maintained, secure little place which feels more like a share house (albeit a rather clean one!) run by sisters Effie and Sasha, rather than a backpackers." Full review
Sydney Harbour YHA
Fodor's Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Oyster
Time Out
Frommer's
110 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
From $22/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Meeting Rooms
Fodor's "The accommodation is aimed at budget travelers, but has the added attraction of million-dollar harbor views from many rooms."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Any qualms about the unhostel-like prices will be shelved the moment you head up to the roof terrace... and see Circular Quay laid bare before you." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This is the only backpacker hostel in The Rocks. There are great views from the roof terrace, where you can take in the sunset over the harbour as you eat at the picnic tables."
Rough Guide Star
"Built in 2009, and with gorgeous harbour views, this is the pick of Sydney’s youth hostels – and the only budget accommmodation in The Rocks."
OysterBudget
"Popular with backpackers, the Sydney Harbour YHA is a budget-friendly hostel with both dorms and private rooms." Full review
Time Out "Nestled comfortably in the middle of Sydney's historic district, the Rocks, Sydney Harbour YHA is fitted with airconditioning, barbecue and internet." Full review
Frommer's "Offers basic, clean, and rooms at a very reasonable price...some rooms have harbor views (if you crane your neck). All are air-conditioned, and even the dorms have private bathrooms. " Full review
