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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 August (₹ 171,601). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is January (₹ 636,318).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Tuesday (₹ 180,125). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 365,909.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,557, rising to an average cost of ₹ 4,750, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,644 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 ₹ 1,558/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 1,701/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,558/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 ₹ 2,143 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 ₹ 1,886 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 July 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
₹ 1,886
Avg. per night
13 Blyth Street, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,886
Avg. per night
169B Fitzroy Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
5.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,886
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,057
Avg. per night
2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 2,104
Avg. per night
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,275
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,397
Avg. per night
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,636
Avg. per night
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 7,630
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 July 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
₹ 2,636
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,397
2 stars and under
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,275
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 2,057
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 7,630
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
₹ 1,886

Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Melbourne.
5 Harcourt Avenue, Mulgrave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
21.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 7,201
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
₹ 3,334
Avg. per night
Blackburn, VIC, Australia
3.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 4,531
Avg. per night
22 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,789
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 July 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 9 July 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    Hostels in Melbourne will cost ₹ 3,723 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,267 per night. A good deal on a Melbourne hostel would be ₹ 2,610 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in August 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, Summer House Melbourne is currently the best, based on 961 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. 10% 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 2,646 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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