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    Blue Parrot Backpackers

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    #5 of 153 Specialty Lodging in Sydney
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    87 Macleay St | Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia
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    312 reviews
    #5 of 153 Specialty Lodging in Sydney
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    Free Wifi
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    Self-Serve Laundry
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
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    Blue Parrot Backpackers is located in the most cosmopolitan part of inner Sydney City (akin to Soho in London and East Village in NYC) and is only minutes walk from the heart of the city, offering vibrant nightlife, clubbing, trendy cafes, bars, restaurants and all the tourist...
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    87 Macleay St | Potts Point, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia
    5.7 miles to Kingsford Smith Airport
    186 restaurants are within a 0.25 mile radius
    0.6 miles from The Royal Botanic Garden
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    Reviewed 19 March 2018
    Nice stay

    Good for people who are travelling alone. Easy to get in contact with the staff. Good for a longer stay. Nice location near Kings Cross with a lot of Cafés and Bars. Clean. Doors of the dorms need to be fixed.

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    Reviewed 19 March 2018
    Ehh

    I'm not a backpacker-sure I've stayed in hostels throughout the US and in Asia but I'm nowhere close to being a backpacker-I simply stayed in this hostel because it was cheap and because my friend's guestroom was under renovation. The staff were kind of rude...More

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    Response from Blue P, Owner at Blue Parrot BackpackersResponded 11 April 2018

    Dear matkor, We’re glad you liked our great location and room cleanliness. We’re sorry if your 2 night stay at our backpacker hostel did not meet your expectations but as you mention yourself ‘at this point in my life I’m just kind of over the...More

    Reviewed 17 March 2018 via mobile
    Great hostel

    I had a great three night stay at Blue Parrot Backpackers. The hotel is conveniently located near Kings Cross station which makes it easy to get to and from the airport, into town and to Bondi Beach. The staff were super friendly and accommodating and...More

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    Reviewed 11 March 2018 via mobile
    Exceptional, Amazing, Friendly

    This is a fantastic hostel. It was my first time doing the backpackers thing and everyone there just makes you feel so welcomed. Effie and Sasha thank you so much it was great meeting you and also special thanks to Matt, James and Eve for...More

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    Reviewed 2 March 2018
    The warmest welcome to Sydney

    If you’d like to feel like home, the Blue Parrot is the place for you! Perfect to meet travelers, relax and rest. The staff is always kind and available for any question and advice. You will never want to leave! Strongly recommend it

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    thefourfullers
    6 January 2018|
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    Response from Blue P | Property representative |
    Dear Vicky, Thanks for contacting the Blue Parrot Sydney! No hostel in Sydney has it's own private parking but what we can do is when you arrive to the hostel we can provide you with a map which navigates you to a nearby... More
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    22 November 2016|
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    Hi HappyTraveller, Thanks for your interest in staying at the Blue Parrot Sydney! February is still our peak season so we do not offer any discounted rates for longer stays. You'll find most good hostels in Sydney will... More
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    Hi Marilyn, You can get to the hostel/airport by shuttle bus, the 'Sydney Shuttle' bus company starts their pick ups at 4.45 AM and end approximately at 7.00 PM. The cost is approximately AUD$13.00 per person, which you can... More
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    "Stayed in a four bed dorm. Spacious, clean with lockers"
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