Nice hostels in Melbourne
Little Drifter Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
The comfortable hostel is 1.8 km from the easy-to-access Docklands Stadium and 2.1 km from such cultural venues as the Australian & international art museum "National Gallery of Victoria". Also, the hostel is approximately a 25-minute walk from such natural sights as Batman Urban Park.
The bluestone prison "Old Melbourne Gaol" is around 700 metres away, and Regent Theatre, available to diversify your stay, is merely 1.4 km away.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
The comfortable hostel is 1.8 km from the easy-to-access Docklands Stadium and 2.1 km from such cultural venues as the Australian & international art museum "National Gallery of Victoria". Also, the hostel is approximately a 25-minute walk from such natural sights as Batman Urban Park.
The bluestone prison "Old Melbourne Gaol" is around 700 metres away, and Regent Theatre, available to diversify your stay, is merely 1.4 km away.
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Great deal
Yha Melbourne Central
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
This hostel is located about 15 minutes' walk from the Bustling covered South Melbourne Food Market, while the nearby cultural attractions include the art museum "National Gallery of Victoria", which is in the vicinity of. The Melbourne hostel is a mere 1.5 km from Hosier Lane.
Also, Yha Melbourne Central hostel is 18 minutes on foot from Southbank.
The hostel includes a dining area and a kitchen, as well as comforts like central heating, an iron and ironing board in some of the spacious rooms. Apart from entertainment options like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, guests may also make use of a writing table.
Yha Melbourne Central
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Yha Melbourne Central
This hostel is located about 15 minutes' walk from the Bustling covered South Melbourne Food Market, while the nearby cultural attractions include the art museum "National Gallery of Victoria", which is in the vicinity of. The Melbourne hostel is a mere 1.5 km from Hosier Lane.
Also, Yha Melbourne Central hostel is 18 minutes on foot from Southbank.
The hostel includes a dining area and a kitchen, as well as comforts like central heating, an iron and ironing board in some of the spacious rooms. Apart from entertainment options like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, guests may also make use of a writing table.
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Beach access
Roamer St Kilda - Formerly Selina St Kilda Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Melbourne hostel is nearly 25 minutes on foot from Fawkner Public Park and within reach of Albert Park. You can visit sacred sites such as the heritage listed Sacred Heart Church St Kilda, found in the immediate vicinity of the hostel.
The 9-room Roamer St Kilda - Formerly Selina St Kilda Melbourne hostel is only 250 metres from the St Kilda Adventure Playground and only 300 metres from the Ngargee Tree.
Roamer St Kilda - Formerly Selina St Kilda Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Roamer St Kilda - Formerly Selina St Kilda Melbourne
The Melbourne hostel is nearly 25 minutes on foot from Fawkner Public Park and within reach of Albert Park. You can visit sacred sites such as the heritage listed Sacred Heart Church St Kilda, found in the immediate vicinity of the hostel.
The 9-room Roamer St Kilda - Formerly Selina St Kilda Melbourne hostel is only 250 metres from the St Kilda Adventure Playground and only 300 metres from the Ngargee Tree.
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Top location
Flinders Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Billiard tables
- Bar/ Lounge area
The hostel is nestled in the centre of Melbourne, just 0.6 km from Crown Melbourne Casino. The property is within reach of the Australian & international art museum "National Gallery of Victoria".
The commanding memorial "Shrine of Remembrance" is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the Melbourne hostel.
Flinders Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Billiard tables
- Bar/ Lounge area
Flinders Backpackers
The hostel is nestled in the centre of Melbourne, just 0.6 km from Crown Melbourne Casino. The property is within reach of the Australian & international art museum "National Gallery of Victoria".
The commanding memorial "Shrine of Remembrance" is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the Melbourne hostel.
Landing Pads Brunswick
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
This Melbourne hostel is situated around 25 minutes' walk from CERES Community Environment Park and a 15-minute ride from the 297.3 m Eureka Skydeck Skyscraper, catering to the needs of business guests. Also, the hostel is 3 km from such natural sights as the large park "Edinburgh Gardens".
The Australian & international art museum "National Gallery of Victoria" is among the cultural highlights close to the 36-room Landing Pads Brunswick hostel, situated approximately 20 minutes away by car.
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Terrace
This Melbourne hostel is situated around 25 minutes' walk from CERES Community Environment Park and a 15-minute ride from the 297.3 m Eureka Skydeck Skyscraper, catering to the needs of business guests. Also, the hostel is 3 km from such natural sights as the large park "Edinburgh Gardens".
The Australian & international art museum "National Gallery of Victoria" is among the cultural highlights close to the 36-room Landing Pads Brunswick hostel, situated approximately 20 minutes away by car.
Melbourne City Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
This hostel offers a convenient location in Melbourne CBD with a diverse range of restaurants, designer fashion boutiques, cafe-filled laneways, bars, galleries and spacious parks, right around the corner from St Augustine Church. Myer Melbourne Department Store is 0.9 km from the hostel.
The interactive multilevel SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium can also be found 8 minutes' walk away.
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
This hostel offers a convenient location in Melbourne CBD with a diverse range of restaurants, designer fashion boutiques, cafe-filled laneways, bars, galleries and spacious parks, right around the corner from St Augustine Church. Myer Melbourne Department Store is 0.9 km from the hostel.
The interactive multilevel SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium can also be found 8 minutes' walk away.
Mad Monkey Melbourne
- BBQ facilities
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Terrace
This Melbourne hostel is situated within 25 minutes' walk of the Royal Exhibition Building and within a 10-minute drive of the 297.3 m Eureka Skydeck Skyscraper, catering to the needs of business guests. The ArtVo immersive gallery is in proximity to the Melbourne accommodation.
Families can have quality time by visiting the interactive multilevel SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, which is 1.7 km away.
- BBQ facilities
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment
- Terrace
This Melbourne hostel is situated within 25 minutes' walk of the Royal Exhibition Building and within a 10-minute drive of the 297.3 m Eureka Skydeck Skyscraper, catering to the needs of business guests. The ArtVo immersive gallery is in proximity to the Melbourne accommodation.
Families can have quality time by visiting the interactive multilevel SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, which is 1.7 km away.
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Best-rated
Space Hotel
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Situated only 650 metres from the landscaped Victorian - era park "Carlton Gardens", the Melbourne hostel is 2.1 km from such sports venues as the Australian sports stadium "Melbourne Cricket Ground". Nearby shopping destinations comprise Myer Melbourne Department Store (0.9 km) and the Bourke Street mall "Royal Arcade" (1.1 km) for visitors to explore.
The 297.3 m Eureka Skydeck Skyscraper is approximately 25 minutes on foot from the hostel.
Certain rooms include such comforts as central heating and ironing equipment, along with an electric kettle. Apart from entertainment options like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi, guests may also make use of a writing table. Beds with electric blankets, and electric blankets are available in some rooms.
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Situated only 650 metres from the landscaped Victorian - era park "Carlton Gardens", the Melbourne hostel is 2.1 km from such sports venues as the Australian sports stadium "Melbourne Cricket Ground". Nearby shopping destinations comprise Myer Melbourne Department Store (0.9 km) and the Bourke Street mall "Royal Arcade" (1.1 km) for visitors to explore.
The 297.3 m Eureka Skydeck Skyscraper is approximately 25 minutes on foot from the hostel.
Certain rooms include such comforts as central heating and ironing equipment, along with an electric kettle. Apart from entertainment options like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi, guests may also make use of a writing table. Beds with electric blankets, and electric blankets are available in some rooms.
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Popular choice
Europa Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Billiard tables
- Sun terrace
This hostel is approximately a 25-minute walk from the Australian sports stadium "Melbourne Cricket Ground" and approximately 1 km from such cultural venues as the Museum of Chinese Australian History. The hostel is 2.3 km from the giant high - up Melbourne Star Observation Wheel and in the vicinity of the Block Arcade.
Europa Melbourne hostel boasts a central location about a 5-minute walk from Melbourne Central.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Billiard tables
- Sun terrace
This hostel is approximately a 25-minute walk from the Australian sports stadium "Melbourne Cricket Ground" and approximately 1 km from such cultural venues as the Museum of Chinese Australian History. The hostel is 2.3 km from the giant high - up Melbourne Star Observation Wheel and in the vicinity of the Block Arcade.
Europa Melbourne hostel boasts a central location about a 5-minute walk from Melbourne Central.
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Beach access
Nomads St Kilda
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
Offerring a location 2.5 km from Prahran Food Market, this Melbourne hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Chapel off Chapel, which is 2.6 km away. The renovated Palais Theatre can be reached within a few blocks of the Melbourne accommodation.
Nomads St Kilda hostel is only 400 m from the historic Luna Park Melbourne and within 5 minutes' walk of Acland Street.
Certain rooms at the Melbourne property come with a safe box, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a minibar fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities for self-catering purposes. Most rooms are also equipped with individual climate control, central heating, and an ironing set, and such furniture items as a sofa bed and a writing desk.
Nomads St Kilda
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
Nomads St Kilda
Offerring a location 2.5 km from Prahran Food Market, this Melbourne hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Chapel off Chapel, which is 2.6 km away. The renovated Palais Theatre can be reached within a few blocks of the Melbourne accommodation.
Nomads St Kilda hostel is only 400 m from the historic Luna Park Melbourne and within 5 minutes' walk of Acland Street.
Certain rooms at the Melbourne property come with a safe box, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a minibar fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities for self-catering purposes. Most rooms are also equipped with individual climate control, central heating, and an ironing set, and such furniture items as a sofa bed and a writing desk.
The Mansion Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Crown Melbourne Casino is within reach of this hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the reconstructed Cooks' Cottage, which is about a 10-minute drive away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that The Mansion Melbourne hostel is 900 m from Treasury Gardens.
The accommodation boasts location only a few steps from the historic Victorian-era park "Carlton Gardens".
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Crown Melbourne Casino is within reach of this hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include the reconstructed Cooks' Cottage, which is about a 10-minute drive away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that The Mansion Melbourne hostel is 900 m from Treasury Gardens.
The accommodation boasts location only a few steps from the historic Victorian-era park "Carlton Gardens".
Summer House Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hostel offers a prime location in Gohlis, which is known as the place where Friedrich Schiller wrote the first version of his Ode to Joy in 1785, in the immediate vicinity of The National Theatre Melbourne. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the Melbourne hostel is within 25 minutes' walk of Rippon Lea House and Gardens.
The historic Luna Park Melbourne is a mere 650 metres away, and Chapel off Chapel, available to diversify your stay, is 2.2 km away.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hostel offers a prime location in Gohlis, which is known as the place where Friedrich Schiller wrote the first version of his Ode to Joy in 1785, in the immediate vicinity of The National Theatre Melbourne. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the Melbourne hostel is within 25 minutes' walk of Rippon Lea House and Gardens.
The historic Luna Park Melbourne is a mere 650 metres away, and Chapel off Chapel, available to diversify your stay, is 2.2 km away.
Little Drifter North Melbourne
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Hosier Lane is 2.3 km from the comfortable hostel, while the State Library Victoria is a 25-minute walk away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Myer Melbourne Department Store (2.2 km) and the Bourke Street mall "Royal Arcade" (1.8 km) for visitors to explore.
Little Drifter North Melbourne hostel is located within a few blocks of the Royal Park Nature Play Playground.
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Hosier Lane is 2.3 km from the comfortable hostel, while the State Library Victoria is a 25-minute walk away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Myer Melbourne Department Store (2.2 km) and the Bourke Street mall "Royal Arcade" (1.8 km) for visitors to explore.
Little Drifter North Melbourne hostel is located within a few blocks of the Royal Park Nature Play Playground.
Queen Victoria Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
- Billiard tables
Nestled a mere 1.6 km from natural sites such as the heritage-listed Carlton Gardens, the comfortable hostel offers a convenient in Pelourinho with its characteristic Baroque buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. The easy-to-access Docklands Stadium is about 30 minutes' walk from the hostel.
The urban park "Flagstaff Gardens" is 700 metres away, and Crown Melbourne Casino, available to diversify your stay, is 2.2 km away.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
- Billiard tables
Nestled a mere 1.6 km from natural sites such as the heritage-listed Carlton Gardens, the comfortable hostel offers a convenient in Pelourinho with its characteristic Baroque buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries. The easy-to-access Docklands Stadium is about 30 minutes' walk from the hostel.
The urban park "Flagstaff Gardens" is 700 metres away, and Crown Melbourne Casino, available to diversify your stay, is 2.2 km away.
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Beach access
Pint On Punt Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Situated approximately a 10-minute ride from St Kilda Sandy Beach Bridge, the Melbourne hostel is 2.3 km from such sports venues as Lakeside Stadium. You can visit sacred sites such as the commanding memorial "Shrine of Remembrance", found 2.9 km from the hostel.
Pint On Punt Backpackers hostel offers access to the inclusive Jewish Interactive Museum of Australia, which is a mere 9 minutes' stroll away.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Situated approximately a 10-minute ride from St Kilda Sandy Beach Bridge, the Melbourne hostel is 2.3 km from such sports venues as Lakeside Stadium. You can visit sacred sites such as the commanding memorial "Shrine of Remembrance", found 2.9 km from the hostel.
Pint On Punt Backpackers hostel offers access to the inclusive Jewish Interactive Museum of Australia, which is a mere 9 minutes' stroll away.
Ritz For Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Golf centre
- Terrace
Eildon Mansion is 5 minutes' walk from the Melbourne hostel, and natural sites like the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria are around 3 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Lakeside Stadium, about a 25-minute stroll away.
The 60-room Ritz For Backpackers hostel offers access to the inclusive Jewish Interactive Museum of Australia, which is just 600 metres away.
Ritz For Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Golf centre
- Terrace
Ritz For Backpackers
Eildon Mansion is 5 minutes' walk from the Melbourne hostel, and natural sites like the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria are around 3 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Lakeside Stadium, about a 25-minute stroll away.
The 60-room Ritz For Backpackers hostel offers access to the inclusive Jewish Interactive Museum of Australia, which is just 600 metres away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Melbourne, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Little Drifter Melbourne |
8.0 / 10 (2078 Reviews) |
From 20$ | |
| Yha Melbourne Central |
7.7 / 10 (3220 Reviews) |
From 18$ | |
| Roamer St Kilda - Formerly Selina St Kilda Melbourne |
7.9 / 10 (1081 Reviews) |
From 19$ | |
| Flinders Backpackers |
8.0 / 10 (2210 Reviews) |
From 26$ | |
| Landing Pads Brunswick |
9.3 / 10 (68 Reviews) |
From 24$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget-friendly hostels are centrally located in Melbourne?
Yha Melbourne Central and Melbourne City Backpackers are both in the city center, near shopping and dining options. You'll find popular attractions like Federation Square and Flinders Street Station just a short walk away.
Book a room in Yha Melbourne Central to enjoy the rooftop terrace - it's a great spot for views before dinner.
What are the best affordable hostels near St Kilda Beach?
Nomads St Kilda and Little Drifter Melbourne are close to St Kilda Beach, perfect for beach activities and casual dining. You can easily relax on the sandy shores or visit Luna Park nearby.
Head to Little Drifter Melbourne for a budget breakfast - it's tasty and under AUD 10 before 10am.
Are there budget hostels near universities in Melbourne?
Flinders Backpackers and Roamer St Kilda are close to local universities, making it easy for students. They offer affordable and convenient accommodations for visitors attending events or open days.
Stay at Flinders Backpackers during weekdays for quieter nights, perfect for studying or resting.
Which budget hostels are best for nightlife in Melbourne?
Mad Monkey Melbourne and Pint On Punt Backpackers are both in lively areas. They provide easy access to bars, clubs, and entertainment venues in Southbank and the CBD.
Visit Mad Monkey Melbourne's rooftop bar for cheap drinks before heading out, especially on Wednesdays for drink specials.
What cheap hostels are available near major train stations?
Ritz For Backpackers and Europa Melbourne are near Southern Cross Station. Their locations allow quick travel to various parts of Melbourne and beyond.
Use an Myki card for discounted fares on trains - it's an easy way to explore the city affordably.
Which affordable hostels are family-friendly in Melbourne?
The Mansion Melbourne offers family rooms and is near parks for outdoor activities. Rooms can accommodate families, providing a comfortable stay.
Pack snacks for your kids from local markets like Queen Victoria Market, which is just a few tram stops away.
What are some budget hostels with great views in Melbourne?
Space Hotel offers amazing city views from its rooftop terrace. It's a unique spot to enjoy sunsets and see the skyline without spending extra.
Visit Space Hotel's skyline view area after dinner for the best spots to take evening photos.
How can I find the best local events during my stay in Melbourne?
Check out the local event calendars, especially for arts festivals like the Melbourne International Arts Festival in October. It's a vibrant time to connect with culture.
Look for street art festivals in the Fitzroy area every spring - they're fantastic for unique experiences!
What are the safest areas to stay in Melbourne at night?
The Southbank and CBD areas are safe and bustling at night, with plenty of people around. They also offer great dining options along the Yarra River.
If you're exploring late, stick to well-lit streets and avoid alleyways, especially around busy train stations.
How can I efficiently get around Melbourne using public transport?
Melbourne has an extensive tram network, which is the easiest way to navigate. Purchase a Myki card at train stations for unlimited travel across trams, trains, and buses.
Avoid peak hours on weekdays (7am-9am and 4pm-6pm) to make your commute smoother and more comfortable.