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 November (₹ 182,642). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is January (₹ 836,589).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Sunday (₹ 231,806). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 372,482.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,416, rising to an average cost of ₹ 4,420, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,573 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 ₹ 1,313/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 1,313/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,572/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 33 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 33 days ahead was ₹ 2,188 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 ₹ 1,929 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 26 August 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.
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,929
Avg. per night
13 Blyth Street, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,013
Avg. per night
2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 2,100
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,154
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,450
Avg. per night
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,466
Avg. per night
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,807
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 26 August 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
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,466
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,450
2 stars and under
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,807
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,154
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 1,929

Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Melbourne.
Blackburn, VIC, Australia
3.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 4,107
Avg. per night
480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,810
Avg. per night
348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,126
Avg. per night
15-21 Therry Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,301
Avg. per night
1 Southgate Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 14,770
Avg. per night
27 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 16,075
Avg. per night
Cnr Springvale Rd & Burwood Hwy, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
18.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 5,338
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
₹ 3,245
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 26 August 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 26 August 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    Hostels in Melbourne will cost ₹ 3,686 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,171 per night. A good deal on a Melbourne hostel would be ₹ 2,398 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in January may be more expensive, whereas booking in September 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 967 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.3/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    Little Drifter 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. 11% 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 2,673 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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