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Hostels in Melbourne, 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 5,553 hotels in Melbourne and price data was last updated on 9 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Melbourne is ₹ 4,993/night.
These are some of the hostels in Melbourne with the highest demand. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.
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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
4.2
Okay
1085 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
₹ 1,586
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
4.0
Okay
5 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
₹ 3,924
55 Fitzroy St, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
St Kilda Accommodation is situated in Melbourne and features complimentary Wi-Fi. It is located just a short stroll from a number of popular bars, clubs and restaurants.
Free Wi-Fi
5.7
Okay
138 reviews
Location
5.6 km from city centre
₹ 1,753
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
1055 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
₹ 2,838
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Situated within a 10-minute walk of Southern Cross Railway Station, Melbourne City Backpackers is a convenient base while visiting Melbourne. This hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.1
Good
1390 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
₹ 2,087
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
3126 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
₹ 2,308
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Situated within walking distance of Balaclava Railway Station, Base Backpackers St Kilda offers guests an ideal base while in Melbourne. It is set in the area's popular nightlife district, which is only a few minutes walk from Luna Park and Acland Street.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.5
Good
725 reviews
Location
6.3 km from city centre
₹ 2,254
109 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Set just a short stroll from St Kilda Beach, this modern hostel offers both a restaurant and a bar. It is also within walking distance of Melbourne's well-known tourist spots.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.7
Good
772 reviews
Location
6.1 km from city centre
₹ 1,503

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 9 May 2024.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:March
Average price in Melbourne:₹ 4,993/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 1,419/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Friday
₹ 1,580 - ₹ 24,823
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 1,680 - ₹ 24,823
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Top-rated Melbourne hostels

Browse through properties in Melbourne that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,553 properties in Melbourne and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Some of the very best Melbourne hostels as rated by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews and hostel descriptions and amenities.
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2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 4,014
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 ₹ 1,817 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Europa Melbourne is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Melbourne for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,817
Avg. per night
102 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,920
Avg. per night
13 Blyth Street, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,254
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,367
Avg. per night
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,421
Avg. per night
15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
₹ 3,256
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 9 May 2024.
hostels located in the Melbourne area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,254
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,421
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 1,817
3 stars
3 stars
250 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,838
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,308
109 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 1,503

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Other accommodations in Melbourne

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Melbourne, VIC, Australia
5.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 5,888
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 7,519
Avg. per night
Whiteman Street,8, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 14,610
Avg. per night
328 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 8,954
Avg. per night
1 Southgate Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 13,063
Avg. per night
206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,343
Avg. per night
348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,140
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 9 May 2024.
Whether you're visiting Melbourne for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

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 9 May 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    Hostels in Melbourne will cost ₹ 4,994 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,454 per night. A good deal on a Melbourne hostel would be ₹ 4,466 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in March may be more expensive, whereas booking in June is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Melbourne, Selina Central Melbourne is currently the best, based on 1,055 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.3/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    The Village North Melbourne is 18.0 km away from Melbourne Airport, making it the closest Melbourne hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Melbourne is Melbourne CBD, according to our data. 2% of users who searched for hostels in Melbourne looked for properties in Melbourne CBD. If you’re interested in staying in Melbourne CBD, consider the Space Hotel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Federation Square?

    Selina Central Melbourne happens to be the most popular Melbourne hostel near Federation Square among our users. The Selina Central Melbourne has a current rating of 8.3 from 1,055 HotelsCombined travellers. Federation Square 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?

    Yes, there is 1 hostel in Melbourne with “Pet-friendly” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Selina Central Melbourne (based on user data).

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