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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 July (₹ 2,294). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is March (₹ 5,544).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Sunday (₹ 1,714). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 4,340.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as ₹ 2,098, rising to an average cost of ₹ 7,236, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 2,960 for a 4-star hostel in Melbourne for tonight.

How much is a Melbourne hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Melbourne this weekend for as little as ₹ 2,179/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 2,412/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 2,722/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 37 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 37 days ahead was ₹ 2,199 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Melbourne, Australia

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.
Elizabeth Hostel
Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel

490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,493
Avg. per night
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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
₹ 4,545
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
₹ 5,092
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
₹ 5,164
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
₹ 5,467
Avg. per night
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Other accommodation in Melbourne

Footscray Motor Inn
Footscray Motor Inn

Footscray Motor Inn

90 Droop Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 7,386
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
₹ 8,928
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
₹ 11,663
Avg. per night
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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
₹ 9,273
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
₹ 7,964
Avg. per night
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YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD
YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

600 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,845
Avg. per night
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Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites
Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites

Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 7,048
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Melbourne

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

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    Hostels in Melbourne will cost ₹ 3,448 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,658 per night. A good deal on a Melbourne hostel would be ₹ 3,265 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in November may be more expensive, whereas booking in May is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Melbourne, Nomads St Kilda Hostel is currently the best, based on 1,031 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.0/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    Elizabeth Hostel is 18.7 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 Europa Melbourne - Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Crown Casino?

    Flinders Backpackers happens to be the most popular Melbourne hostel near Crown Casino among our users. The Flinders Backpackers has a current rating of 8.0 from 1,693 HotelsCombined travellers. Crown Casino is also conveniently located just 0.8 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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