Hostels in Melbourne

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Travel insights for hostels in Melbourne

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Melbourne including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne is April (₹ 2,371). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is June (₹ 6,165).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Monday (₹ 2,686). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 4,605.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as ₹ 2,151, rising to an average cost of ₹ 8,705, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 2,154 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 ₹ 2,017/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 2,323/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 2,218/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 29 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 29 days ahead was ₹ 2,876 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 ₹ 4,135 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. St Kilda East backpackers' hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 11 December 2025
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.
2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 4,135
Avg. per night
15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,536
Avg. per night
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,764
Avg. per night
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,854
Avg. per night
490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 5,303
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 5,483
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 6,848
Avg. per night
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 7,061
Avg. per night
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,486
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 11 December 2025.
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.
3 stars
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 6,848
2 stars and under
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 4,854
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 7,061
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 7,486
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 5,483
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 4,764

Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Melbourne.
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,854
Avg. per night
15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,536
Avg. per night
380 William Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,999
Avg. per night
1 Southgate Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 14,815
Avg. per night
27 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 14,154
Avg. per night
480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,226
Avg. per night
348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,652
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 11 December 2025.
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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 11 December 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    Hostels in Melbourne will cost ₹ 4,269 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,446 per night. A good deal on a Melbourne hostel would be ₹ 2,931 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in December may be more expensive, whereas booking in October is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Melbourne, Summer House Melbourne is currently the best, based on 996 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.2/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Metro Yha 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. 4% 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 Elizabeth Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

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

    Yha Melbourne Central happens to be the most popular Melbourne hostel near Crown Casino among our users. The Yha Melbourne Central has a current rating of 7.8 from 2,751 HotelsCombined travellers. Crown Casino is also conveniently located just 0.4 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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