Hostels in Melbourne, Australia

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Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Popular hostels in Melbourne

Discover well-known properties in Melbourne that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,559 hotels in Melbourne and price data was last updated on 29 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Melbourne is $89/night.
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380 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Treating guests to exclusive access of a private cinema, Space Hotel is situated in the heart of Melbourne and is close to popular dining venues and shopping destinations. It has a fitness centre, as well as free Wi-Fi, a sun deck and a rooftop terrace.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
2300 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
250 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
This Melbourne CBD hostel is located in an area popular with tourists and is not far from Federation Square, Collins Street and the Arts Centre. It is also set only minutes away from St Paul's Cathedral.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
956 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Situated within walking distance of Southern Cross Railway Station, Europa Melbourne provides guests with an ideal base while in Melbourne. This hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.8
Good
3409 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Featuring an on-site bar, this central Melbourne hostel is set just a short stroll from Melbourne Central Shopping Centre and Queen Victoria Market. Surrounded by local bars and restaurants, it is a short stroll from Melbourne Central Railway Station.
Free Wi-Fi
6.7
Good
1958 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Elizabeth Hostel is located in Melbourne and is close to the area's well-known attractions. This hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
4.1
Okay
1050 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
270 King St, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
City Lifestyle Apartel provides comfortable accommodation in the heart of Melbourne. Surrounded by local bars and restaurants, it is within walking distance from Southern Cross Railway Station.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
3.8
Mediocre
6 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Situated less than a 10-minute walk from Southern Cross Railway Station, Melbourne Central YHA offers guests a convenient base while visiting Melbourne. This modern hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
2971 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
102 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Steps from St Kilda Beach, Barkly Backpackers is located in Melbourne and offers comfortable accommodation. It is conveniently positioned for guests wanting to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.4
Good
162 reviews
Location
6.1 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Melbourne

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Melbourne. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:March
Average price in Melbourne:$89/night
Cheapest price found:$30/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Friday
$44 - $238
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$47 - $321
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Melbourne hostels

Browse through properties in Melbourne that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,559 properties in Melbourne and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
These Melbourne properties are among the highest rated by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.
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2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$43
Avg. per night
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$55
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night

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 $39 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Summer House Backpackers, Melbourne is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
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.
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109 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
55 Fitzroy St, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$45
Avg. per night
13 Blyth Street, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$54
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$54
Avg. per night
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$56
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Melbourne

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Melbourne to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Melbourne at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Melbourne. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3 stars
3 stars
380 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
250 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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Other accommodations in Melbourne

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Whiteman Street,8, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$283
Avg. per night
187 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$238
Avg. per night
1 Southgate Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$251
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$238
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Pool
$201
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$264
Avg. per night
378 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$109
Avg. per night
155 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$134
Avg. per night

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 29 March 2024.
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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 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    $89/night is an average price for a hostel in Melbourne throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in March is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Melbourne hostels for as low as $31/night. In general, Melbourne hostels for $53 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Melbourne is Selina Central Melbourne. 956 users from HotelsCombined gave the Selina Central Melbourne a 8.3/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    The closest Melbourne hostel to Melbourne Airport is The Village North Melbourne, which is 18.0 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, 14% of HotelsCombined users looking for Melbourne hostels searched within Melbourne CBD. The Village Melbourne 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 Queen Victoria Market?

    The Village Melbourne happens to be the most popular Melbourne hostel near Queen Victoria Market among our users. The The Village Melbourne has a current rating of 6.7 from 1,958 HotelsCombined travellers. Queen Victoria Market 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.

  • Does Melbourne have hostels with “Pet-friendly” listed as an amenity?

    1 hostel in Melbourne currently have “Pet-friendly” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Selina Central Melbourne, which is the most popular hostel in Melbourne with this amenity.

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