Shingo's Backpackers
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Fast facts
Check in from: | 10:00 |
|---|---|
Check out before: | 10:00 |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Children | Children are not allowed at this hotel |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Laundry
Safe deposit box
Shingo's Backpackers: reviews
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Other
Comment: 7 Dec 2021
Stayed in: Dec 2021
AVOID
Woman at reception was absolutely rude. We had a time for check in and the place was not open. Had to call a few times before she answered and opened up to let us in. Awful customer service skills and the place did not smell clean. We did not stay here because of her. There are other backpackers in Adelaide who are friendly and have great facilities. Please explore all other options before staying here.
Group traveller
Comment: 25 May 2017
Stayed in: Jan 2017
Run by the rudest man you'll ever meet
The owner is the rudest man I've ever met in my life. He is presumptuous, hostile, unwelcoming, and constantly has a chip on his shoulder about even the most minor thing. For someone who has chosen to work in the hospitality industry, he couldn't be any less hospitable.
I hadn't heard anything about his hostel at all before I stayed in the area, and since it was cheap I would have recommended it to a visiting friend or even stayed there myself the next time I go to Adelaide. I had a friend staying in his hostel, who was cooking a lunch with ingredients I'd contributed to. We asked specific permission from the owner if I could come in just to share lunch. I sat in the reception area waiting for the food to be ready, and the owner (who knows exactly why I'm there as I was present 30 minutes earlier when permission was asked) comes over accusative of me using the facilities (Yeah... sitting in the waiting area, waiting for something you'd given permission for), starts asking about where I'm staying and raises his voice at me to shout that I "can't be coming in there making it my home"... when I had done literally no more than I'd been given permission to do, which was be present for lunch that hadn't even been served yet. I don't like imposing so I didn't even set foot past the reception towards the kitchen where the food was being prepared. One can only assume this man has some form of severe bipolar disorder.
Avoid at all costs, this place will ruin your holiday, and a man this rude doesn't deserve anybody's business.
I hadn't heard anything about his hostel at all before I stayed in the area, and since it was cheap I would have recommended it to a visiting friend or even stayed there myself the next time I go to Adelaide. I had a friend staying in his hostel, who was cooking a lunch with ingredients I'd contributed to. We asked specific permission from the owner if I could come in just to share lunch. I sat in the reception area waiting for the food to be ready, and the owner (who knows exactly why I'm there as I was present 30 minutes earlier when permission was asked) comes over accusative of me using the facilities (Yeah... sitting in the waiting area, waiting for something you'd given permission for), starts asking about where I'm staying and raises his voice at me to shout that I "can't be coming in there making it my home"... when I had done literally no more than I'd been given permission to do, which was be present for lunch that hadn't even been served yet. I don't like imposing so I didn't even set foot past the reception towards the kitchen where the food was being prepared. One can only assume this man has some form of severe bipolar disorder.
Avoid at all costs, this place will ruin your holiday, and a man this rude doesn't deserve anybody's business.
Solo traveller
AU
Comment: 7 Feb 2017
Stayed in: Jan 2017
cheap but doesn't even worth what you paid for
don't even know where to start.
This is a place for people who does not care about anything and just want cheap rate.
It's cheap but the environment is not good at all. the only thing that looks good is the reception and front door.
Old small shabby house, very few shower facility and toilet and dirty. Kitchen not clean and the room as well. back yard looks like those ruins remains. what a mess! They do not welcome local.. stayed one night and that's enough for me.
RUDE OWNERS , probably prefer foreigners as they knows less
will not stay again
This is a place for people who does not care about anything and just want cheap rate.
It's cheap but the environment is not good at all. the only thing that looks good is the reception and front door.
Old small shabby house, very few shower facility and toilet and dirty. Kitchen not clean and the room as well. back yard looks like those ruins remains. what a mess! They do not welcome local.. stayed one night and that's enough for me.
RUDE OWNERS , probably prefer foreigners as they knows less
will not stay again
Solo traveller
Comment: 18 Apr 2016
Stayed in: Mar 2016
Horrible
とにかく汚い。バッパー中に大量のハエが飛び交っている。
長期滞在者が主で、わたしのような短期滞在者には全く向かない。「あ、新しい人？」と言われるくらい。部屋に入った途端に長期滞在者の荷物が床一面に散乱、匂いもきつい。
宿泊客はほぼ皆フレンドリーで家庭的だったが、謳い文句の清潔さは本当に皆無。
安さはピカイチだが、安いには安いなりの理由があると痛感した滞在だった。
ちなみに国籍は日本人5中国等4ヨーロピアン1くらいだったかな？あまり見ていないのでわからないけれど。
It was just dirty and messy. A large number of flies were flying in the air probably it was because people didn't wash their dishes after using it and left on the table. Inside of the room was also horrible. Guests spread out their stuffs on the floor and there was no space to put my luggage.
This backpacker is definitely for long-term visitors not short-term. If you are a person who likes being messy and dirty and can live in a place which is like jungle, I can recommend.
長期滞在者が主で、わたしのような短期滞在者には全く向かない。「あ、新しい人？」と言われるくらい。部屋に入った途端に長期滞在者の荷物が床一面に散乱、匂いもきつい。
宿泊客はほぼ皆フレンドリーで家庭的だったが、謳い文句の清潔さは本当に皆無。
安さはピカイチだが、安いには安いなりの理由があると痛感した滞在だった。
ちなみに国籍は日本人5中国等4ヨーロピアン1くらいだったかな？あまり見ていないのでわからないけれど。
It was just dirty and messy. A large number of flies were flying in the air probably it was because people didn't wash their dishes after using it and left on the table. Inside of the room was also horrible. Guests spread out their stuffs on the floor and there was no space to put my luggage.
This backpacker is definitely for long-term visitors not short-term. If you are a person who likes being messy and dirty and can live in a place which is like jungle, I can recommend.
Solo traveller
KR
Comment: 15 Mar 2016
Stayed in: Dec 2015
As Advertised
You get what you pay for with this place, and man is it cheap! You won't find a more budget hostel in Adelaide. The owner is abrupt and abrasive, but honest and answers all questions readily enough. Good place if you're looking to rough it or really need to save money. Would not stay again.
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118 Carrington Street, Adelaide, 5000, Australia|0.5 km from city centre
Good to know
Children are not allowed at this hotel
Please contact the hotel for details about adding extra beds.
Please contact the hotel for details about adding a cot.
Pets not allowed
Please inform Shingo's Backpackers 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. 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. In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist. As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours. In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes. Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery. A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property. Please note that a valid government issued photo ID (drivers license, passport, proof-of-age card) is required at check-in. For all international guests, a valid passport is required. Please note, airport pick up requires a minimum 4 night stay.
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