In spite the exaggerated reputation that King's Cross has of being the cesspool of Sydney, Travellers Rest can be found on a quiet sidestreet just off the main drag. The sheltered tree-lined street is awash with several backpacker hostels and modern European cafe's. Close to all of the amenities, this hostel has built a reputation for providing accommodation to working travellers.
In light of its niche purpose as a worker's hostel, there is no common room and only a small kitchen that closes quite early. Consequently, social interaction amongst travellers is minimal. Activity winds down quickly in the evening as the guests go to bed early in preparation of the next working day. In other words, you won't find many drunken backpackers wreaking havoc in the halls late at night. What you're more likely to find is travellers who have been staying for long periods of time - even months!
One of the primary strengths of this hostel is Derek, the owner-operator. Derek is always willing to help out and provide advice, plus he can assist one in finding work. Within my first hour at the hostel, Derek provided me with the tools I needed to clean my skateboard bearings. Another key strength is the value proposition that the hostel offers. Relative to some of the hostels in Sydney, Travellers Rest is quite affordable, which is why many guests stay for lengthy periods. Similar to other hostels, the room rates decline as the lenth of stay increases.
The dorm rooms are quite nice, with carpeted floors and only 3-4 beds per room. Each room has a television, fridge and sink, while each bed has its own reading lamp. The kitchen is a little bit too small at peak periods, but is clean and functional. Overall, the hostel is in good condition and does not have a run-down feel. A great solution if you are serious about working in Sydney.
— Exklusive Hostelz.com Übersicht
April 2004
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