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Hostels in Melbourne

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The best hostels in Melbourne

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Melbourne and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 815 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,502 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,038 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,460 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,896 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,138 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,530 reviews

  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Melbourne

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,982 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Melbourne and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,502 reviews

    Just 5 minutes’ walk from Southern Cross Station and Melbourne Sky Bus in Melbourne CBD, this hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free breakfast.

    From US$90.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1,022 reviews

    Located in Melbourne CBD, Elizabeth Hostel is surrounded by a range of restaurants, cafes and bars.

    From US$55.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,896 reviews

    Boasting a rooftop terrace with BBQ facilities and amazing views of the CBD, Melbourne Central Hostel is situated within the Free Tram Zone.

    From US$75.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

    Set in Melbourne and with Melbourne City Conference Centre reachable within 1.2 km, Queen Victoria Hostel offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$81.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

    Set in Melbourne, The Nunnery Accommodation features a shared lounge, terrace, BBQ facilities, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$107.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

    Royal Derby Hotel in Melbourne provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$89.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

    Situated in Melbourne, within 2.8 km of Middle Park Beach and 3 km of Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, College Lawn Hotel provides accommodation with a bar and free WiFi.

    From US$72.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 982 reviews

    Offering backpacker accommodation, Pint On Punt is located above The Windsor Alehouse in Melbourne. It is 7 minutes’ drive from the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

    From US$79.16 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Melbourne and with Melbourne Central Station reachable within 700 metres, Ozi House Drummond provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • CarricHostel

    Melbourne
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, CarricHostel is located in Melbourne, less than 1 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Melbourne, 360K - Central Comfy Great Value - City offers free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews

    The Mansion Melbourne is attractively set in the centre of Melbourne, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, CarricHouse is situated in Melbourne, 1.5 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Carlton district of Melbourne, Ozi House Group is situated 1.1 km from Melbourne Museum, 1.8 km from Melbourne Central Station and 1.7 km from State Library of Victoria.

  • Landing Pads Brunswick

    Melbourne
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Landing Pads Brunswick in Melbourne provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Located in Melbourne and within 4.2 km of Melbourne Museum, 105 Twin Share BR with Fast WiFi - Brunswick East features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Save money on hostels in Melbourne and nearby – budget options available

  • 50 Green St Windsor

    Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

    Attractively set in the Chapel Street district of Melbourne, 50 Green St Windsor is situated 2.8 km from Middle Park Beach, 4 km from Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne and 4.2 km from Shrine of...

    From US$113.62 per night

  • lilihostel

    Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

    Lilihostel is situated in Melbourne, within 8.4 km of Melbourne Central Station and 8.4 km of Southern Cross Station.

    From US$64.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.7
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

    St Kilda East backpackers' hostel in Melbourne provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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Hostels that guests love in Melbourne

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  • Little Drifter North Melbourne

    Hostel in North Melbourne, Melbourne
    Avg. price/night: US$98.14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews
    Rooms are comfortable and the staff are friendly. Great location close to tram lines in and around the city. The hostel hosts lots of social activities which are a great way of meeting people.
    Guest review by
    Kimran
    People with friends

  • Bayside House

    Hostel in Melbourne
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 529 reviews
    Location was good. Close to tram line. Lots of cafes near by. I only had one interaction with staff on check in and she was friendly. There was aircon and a fan in the room which helped with comfort levels on the really hot night I was there. Size of the room was good. Seems like quite a good place for backpackers and people wanting to meet new people as there are ample spaces to interact with others (at the pool table, the lounge area, the tables scattered around the hostel).
    Guest review by
    Kristina Eliza
    Solo traveller

  • Little Drifter North Melbourne

    Hostel in North Melbourne, Melbourne
    Avg. price/night: US$98.14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Modern, clean, comfortable and new. They’ve been very clever in using technology (Bluetooth locks opened with an app on your phone). Great location near the Queen Victoria Markets and within the free tram zone.
    Guest review by
    Rachel
    Solo traveller

  • Europa Melbourne

    Hostel in Melbourne
    Avg. price/night: US$75.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,530 reviews
    Hostel good. People nice. Beds comfy with curtains. Cheap price. I recommend for budget travelers.
    Guest review by
    Jácomo Valência
    Solo traveller

  • Nomads St Kilda

    Hostel in Melbourne
    Avg. price/night: US$79.16
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews
    Great location . Comfortable double private room. I choose this backpackers for my 18 year old daughter who was travelling alone based on previous reviews that said it was ideal for solo travellers. She was able to meet people easily and said that both the staff and the quests were super friendly and she felt very safe. The party atmosphere helped 😃
    Guest review by
    Beverley
    Solo traveller