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40 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross, Sydney, New South Wales (Nsw), 2011 (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly Hump Backpackers
Before December 2023 Mad Monkey East Side was known as Hump Backpackers
Before June 2019 Mad Monkey East Side was known as Sydney Globe Backpackers

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Facilities of Mad Monkey East Side
Services
Internet services
Food & Drink
BBQ facilities
Front-desk/reception area services
Lockers, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box
Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Entertainment and children services
Entertainment staff, Evening entertainment
Cleaning services
Laundry
Business facilities
Fax/photocopying
Miscellaneous
Adult only, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Bathroom, Carpeted, Fan, Hairdryer, Linen, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at this property.If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Hump Backpackers in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Please note that there is a 1% charge when you pay with a credit card.Please note this property will not accommodate group bookings of 8 or more adults.This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Traveller reviews

“Superb”
04 Jul 2025
clean and spacious rooms that are cleaned every day, also bathrooms and kitchen ok, recommended!

“Great location, nice facilities, many events & helpful staff”
03 Jul 2025
I would absolutely recommend staying at Mad Monkey East Side. It has great facilities and a very good location, everything is within a walking distance. The hostel is clean, and it’s a good mix of chill & social. The staff members are very helpful and nice. They organize events every day, so there is always something going on.

“Casa”
26 Jun 2025
I’ve been staying at this hostel for a while now and I’ve really enjoyed it. I’ve loved the service, the friendliness and availability of the staff, the cleanliness, and the overall atmosphere. It’s been a great experience.

“Safe place to leave all my belongings while I went about my day”
18 Jun 2025
The location was excellent! Easy to get everywhere because we are right across a major station!