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Our top choices for Melbourne hostels

Bounce Melbourne

Bounce Melbourne
3.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (198 reviews)
"The location is excellent - central and convenient. Felt out of place since most of the guests are kids backpacking. Space is tight and showing ages, but the bed is comfy."
United States
William
The price is HK$582
HK$647 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Bounce Melbourne

Space Hotel - Hostel

Space Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Best amenities of any hostel I’ve stayed at"
Canada
Richard
The price is HK$472
HK$524 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Space Hotel - Hostel

YHA Melbourne Central

YHA Melbourne Central
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (292 reviews)
"Everything was great clean and quite would stay there again close to transport "
Australia
irene
The price is HK$396
HK$436 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
YHA Melbourne Central

Europa Melbourne - Hostel

Europa Melbourne - Hostel
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (233 reviews)
"I have stayed three times in different occasions. Nice place."
Australia
Fiorella
The price is HK$435
HK$486 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Europa Melbourne - Hostel

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Prahran
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Yes and yes, would stay there again "
Australia
Peter
The price is HK$377
HK$417 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

Nomads St Kilda Hostel

Nomads St Kilda Hostel
2.0 star property
St Kilda
7.8 out of 10, Good, (182 reviews)
"Clean location with friendly helpful staff. One of the best hostels Ive stayed in easily."
United Kingdom
Marc
The price is HK$510
HK$568 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Nomads St Kilda Hostel

Little Drifter North Melbourne

Little Drifter North Melbourne
2.0 star property
North Melbourne
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (29 reviews)
"Very good location, great staff and close to shops and transport. "
Australia
Philip
The price is HK$558
HK$616 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Little Drifter North Melbourne

Richmond Private Rooms @ 151 Hoddle Homestay

Richmond Private Rooms @ 151 Hoddle Homestay
2.0 star property
Richmond
7.6 out of 10, Good, (60 reviews)
"Very good stay especially for the price."
United States
Garrett
The price is HK$307
HK$395 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Richmond Private Rooms @ 151 Hoddle Homestay

Little Drifter Melbourne

Little Drifter Melbourne
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
6.6 out of 10, (636 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay everyone was friendly awesome vibe"
Australia
Adam
The price is HK$503
HK$558 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Little Drifter Melbourne

Bayside House - Hostel

Bayside House - Hostel
2.0 star property
St Kilda
7.4 out of 10, Good, (53 reviews)
"Great price, great location"
Canada
jonas
The price is HK$310
HK$347 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Bayside House - Hostel

Melbourne city backpackers

Melbourne city backpackers
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
6.6 out of 10, (224 reviews)
"Close to bus stops where I needed to get to, friendly service, breakfast provided is a big bonus."
Australia
KAI SHIANG
The price is HK$545
HK$600 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Melbourne city backpackers

St Kilda Accommodation - Hostel

St Kilda Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
St Kilda
6.4 out of 10, (38 reviews)
"the hostel was centrally located which made getting around easy and public transport was fantastic with a tram stop just outside the hostel"
Australia
Mihael
The price is HK$122
HK$285 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
St Kilda Accommodation - Hostel

City Lifestyle Accommodation - Hostel

City Lifestyle Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
5.8 out of 10, (87 reviews)
"Very affordable and so close to southern cross station!"
Australia
James
The price is HK$472
HK$626 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
City Lifestyle Accommodation - Hostel

Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay
2.0 star property
Abbotsford
6.8 out of 10, (101 reviews)
"Very clean and close to everything. I will definitely be staying here again "
Australia
Hamish
The price is HK$293
HK$403 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

St Kilda East backpackers' hostel
2.0 star property
St. Kilda East
4.6 out of 10, (33 reviews)
"This hostel is so cool! The people and staff are very friendly, rooms are spacious with very comfy beds and a funky outdoor area and a relaxed, chilled safe feeling environment! Would recommend! "
Australia
Porsha
The price is HK$390
HK$429 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel
1.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
5.6 out of 10, (279 reviews)
"Great "
Australia
glen
The price is HK$411
HK$459 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Elizabeth Hostel

The Island Accommodation

The Island Accommodation
2.0 star property
Newhaven
7.8 out of 10, Good, (140 reviews)
"The room was really clean, toilets were spotless, free parking, and great service. Definitely recommend this property "
Canada
Carla
The price is HK$615
HK$680 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
The Island Accommodation
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Top Melbourne Hotel Reviews

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Melbourne Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,226
Accommodation
27 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$285
Highest Price
HK$680

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Melbourne?
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the art galleries and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Melbourne?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Bounce Melbourne - Located within a 5-minute walk of Collins Street. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Europa Melbourne - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Flagstaff Station and Melbourne Central Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Elizabeth Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Space Hotel - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne Central. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels and bed sheets in all rooms. College Lawn Hotel - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Prahran Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and coffee/tea makers.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Melbourne?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Melbourne, one of Expedia's 17 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Melbourne?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Melbourne is 716 mm.
What is there to see and do in Melbourne?
Generally, Melbourne is known for its architecture, art and museums. Major attractions include Melbourne Central, Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Flagstaff Gardens, Birrarung Marr Park and Treasury Gardens. Cultural attractions include Immigration Museum, Capitol Theatre and Athenaeum.
What's the best way to get to and around Melbourne while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Melbourne in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), located 7 mi (11.2 km) away. An alternative is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Flagstaff Station, Melbourne Central Station and Parliament Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross Station or Essendon Station.

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