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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne is April ($41). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is March ($97).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Melbourne?

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Monday ($36). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $109.

How early should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Based on hostel prices in Melbourne found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

Book at least 37 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Melbourne hostel.

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Cheapest hostels in Melbourne, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Melbourne that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Melbourne can be found for as low as $74 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Nomads St Kilda Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 17 August 2026
These Melbourne properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
Nomads St Kilda Hostel
Nomads St Kilda Hostel

Nomads St Kilda Hostel

17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$74
Avg. per night
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St Kilda East backpackers' hostel
St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$80
Avg. per night
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Elizabeth Hostel
Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel

490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$85
Avg. per night
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Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay
Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$85
Avg. per night
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Europa Melbourne - Hostel
Europa Melbourne - Hostel

Europa Melbourne - Hostel

310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$90
Avg. per night
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Other accommodation in Melbourne

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The Mulgrave Motel
The Mulgrave Motel

The Mulgrave Motel

5 Harcourt Avenue, Mulgrave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
21.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$161
Avg. per night
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Citadines On Bourke Melbourne
Citadines On Bourke Melbourne

Citadines On Bourke Melbourne

131-135 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$177
Avg. per night
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Seasons Botanic Gardens
Seasons Botanic Gardens

Seasons Botanic Gardens

348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$143
Avg. per night
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Punthill South Yarra Grand
Punthill South Yarra Grand

Punthill South Yarra Grand

7 Yarra Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$180
Avg. per night
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Causeway 353 Hotel
Causeway 353 Hotel

Causeway 353 Hotel

353 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$121
Avg. per night
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DoubleTree by Hilton Melbourne Flinders Street
DoubleTree by Hilton Melbourne Flinders Street

DoubleTree by Hilton Melbourne Flinders Street

270 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$213
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Melbourne

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Melbourne to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 17 August 2026.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Melbourne neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in Melbourne

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Melbourne to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 17 August 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    $67/night is an average price for a hostel in Melbourne throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in February is the most expensive month to book, and in June is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Melbourne hostels for as low as $33/night. In general, Melbourne hostels for $59 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Melbourne is Nomads St Kilda Hostel. 1,019 users from HotelsCombined gave the Nomads St Kilda Hostel a 8.0/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    The closest Melbourne hostel to Melbourne Airport is Elizabeth Hostel, which is 18.7 km away.

  • What area of Melbourne is most popular to stay in?

    Melbourne CBD is the most popular area of Melbourne to stay in. In the past year, 8% of HotelsCombined users looking for Melbourne hostels searched within Melbourne CBD. Europa Melbourne - Hostel is a popular hostel in Melbourne CBD if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Flinders Street Station?

    Flinders Backpackers happens to be the most popular Melbourne hostel near Flinders Street Station among our users. The Flinders Backpackers has a current rating of 8.0 from 1,681 HotelsCombined travellers. Flinders Street Station is also conveniently located just 0.3 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Melbourne hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Melbourne hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Melbourne.

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