The Rough Guide to Australia - world authority on travel
" In a great position in trendy (and quieter) part of Potts Point and with helpful staff, this converted mansion is sunny, airy, brightly painted and tastefully furnished. One of the best points is the huge courtyard garden out back with wooden furniture and big shady trees”

The Ultimate Guide to Australia
" We have featured the Blue Parrot in the list of the best hostels in Sydney as we believe that it offers exceptional quality accommodation for budget travelers. This is a very nice hostel definitely one of the best in the Kings Cross-area. It is very clean and most of the facilities are brand new. Excellent - one of the best hostels in Sydney. Excellent security"

Independent Customer Reviews
(sourced from hostelbookers.com and hostelworld.com)

Ashley Flucas (Source: hostelbookers.com) 18 May 2011
 
Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff; great location that's near King's Cross and nightlife.
 
Martyn Nithsdale (Source: hostel world.com) 04 May 2011
 
Best hostel i have ever stayed in! Made to feel very welcome as a single traveler and the organised nights out are nothing short of awesome! would recommend to anyone.... Martyn
 
Mia Vitullo (Source: hostelworld.com) 24 April 2011

We had an amazing time at the Blue Parrot. The staff was helpful and knew all the best places to go in Sydney and arranged fun events every night. This was easily the most fun hostel I've been in. If you want to meet great people and have a fabulous time, this would be a great place for you to stay. Thanks Blue Parrot staff!
 
Colin Jahnke (Source: hostelworld.com) 23 April 2011

Best hostel I have stayed in on my trip. Staff makes you feel like part of the family there. Takes everyone aside and gives them run down of the great stuff to see and do in Sydney when you arrive. Organizes daily events from pizza to bar outings, etc. Hostel kept very clean. Has a few rules, but is better for it because of them. Great location just 5 minute walk from Kings Cross, but far enough away so you can sleep at night. Will recommend this place to everyone I meet going to Sydney.
 
Daniel Gatens (Source: hostelbookers.com) 18 April 2011
 
Liked Everything! Great community atmosphere, clean rooms/bathrooms, excellent outdoor area, nice TV room, free wireless internet, amazingly helpful staff who actually interact with you and run events, etc. They aren't just staff, you become friends with them, and also with everyone else at the hostel. It's not just a place to stay, it becomes a home to you. Best hostel I've stayed at yet!
 
Shane McCloud (Source: hostelworld.com) 08 April 2011
 
Loved this hostel, my favourite in all my travels in Oz, totally recommend it! Great location, easy to get everywhere. All staff do a fantastic job making you feel welcome and a good job of keeping everything clean. The best place to stay in Sydney!
　
Korellia Schneider (Source: hostelworld.com) 27 March 2011

The second you step in, you are met with friendly, helpful staff members and a great atmosphere. It's a place that makes you feel like you're right at home. I have never had a better time at a hostel before. If you're looking to meet people and have a great time with fellow travelers, I would suggest coming to the Blue Parrot. If I ever return to Sydney, I know I will be booking a room at this hostel.
　
Thomas Andlauer (Source: hostelbookers.com) 27 March 2011
 
The Blue Parrot is the best hostel I've ever stayed in. Everything is great. It is so easy to meet other people, because it is a small hostel. So be part of the "Blue Parrot Family" and have fun with all the other backpackers. The hostel is so beautiful, clean and safe and they have a really good programme like surf trips, free tours, games... If you have any problems, they will look after you! They all are really friendly. You have to stay in the Blue Parrot to enjoy Sydney. Try it out! It was always a pleasure. Thanks for the great time.
 
Matthew Svadjian (Source: hostelbookers.com) 26 March 2011
 
I have been traveling for over one year, to every continent on the planet, stayed at plenty of different hostels. My stay at the Blue Parrot was by far the most fun, welcoming hostel I have stayed in....ANYWHERE!! Great location, AMAZING staff, outstanding atmosphere. Instantly walking in the door you feel like you become part of a traveling family. BEST HOSTEL IN AUSTRALIA..(possibly anywhere!)....hands down. Quite wasting your time reading reviews.....just book in here and prepare to enjoy Sydney........why are you still reading this?!?! GO!!!!!
　
Philip Cacace (Source: hostelbookers.com) 24 February 2011
 
As an experienced traveler I would throughly recommend the Blue Parrot for your stay in Sydney. The overall atmosphere of the hostel is unmatched. The Blue Parrot provides an experience like no other. It's full of backpackers that have "done their homework" and are looking for a clean, well located hostel with all the amenities that you would expect (clean showers, bedding, well informed staff, patio, full kitchen, TV, free Internet and great people). I can't say enough about this hostel and it's location in the heart of Sydney (5 min walk to Botanical Gardens, 20 mins to Opera House and Circular Quay) I plan to return on my way back down the coast. I've stayed in 20+ hostels around the world and this is far and away the best of them all.
　
Nicholas Julian (Source: hostelworld.com) 14 February 2011

The two sisters at the front desk are the most helpful and gorgeous staff i've ever met. I have never been in a hostel that made you feel so at home like you were part of the family. All of the staff were extremly helpfull and could answer any question i had. Any service the hostel provided was easily accessible at anytime.