Lonely Planet Review
Backpackers flock to this large, modern and almost arty hostel right near Central Station (and on top of what might well be Sydney's busiest intersection), where still-spiffy spaces (after a few years of wear and tear) await them (the seven floors each have a theme and colour), as do all the services they could ask for, in a friendly, professional environment.
There's a sunny cafe on the main floor and restaurant/bar downstairs, although some of the theme parties are firmly entrenched in the 'wet T-shirt' and 'thunder til you chunder' mould. That said, the social side of things here gets very good reviews from a lot of travellers, and the lack of gambling facilities keeps things pretty innocuous. Work contacts are provided and the travellers' info network seems to work double time at this place, making it a good base for the start of any around-Australia odyssey. Security standards are pretty high - and lockers are provided (bring your own padlock though).
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Sally O'Brien