Melbourne hostels

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Best Melbourne hostels

Most recommended Melbourne hostels

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St Kilda East Backpackers' Hostel - Melbourne - Patio
₪281+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Melbourne Connection Travellers Hostel - Melbourne - Bedroom
Melbourne Connection Travellers Hostel
4.5 Mediocre
Melbourne CBD₪144+
₪144+
Nomads St Kilda
8 Very good
₪313+
₪313+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Urban Central Accommodation
7.9 Good
Southbank₪1,123+
₪1,123+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Melbourne City Backpackers
7.6 Good
Melbourne CBD₪266+
₪266+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪218+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
The Mansion Melbourne
8.4 Very good
East Melbourne₪289+
₪289+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Lord's Lodge
7.2 Good
₪1,710+
₪1,710+
Free Wi-Fi
St Kilda Hostel
4.7 Mediocre
₪476+
₪476+
Free Wi-Fi
Greenhouse Backpacker Melbourne
7.7 Good
Melbourne CBD₪868+
₪868+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Mad Monkey Melbourne
7.9 Good
West Melbourne₪307+
₪307+
Free Wi-Fi
Queen Victoria Hostel
7.5 Good
North Melbourne₪266+
₪266+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Habitat Hq
8.1 Very good
₪44+
₪44+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning

Melbourne hostels near the city center

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Elizabeth Hostel - Melbourne - Bedroom
Elizabeth Hostel
4 Mediocre
Melbourne CBD₪233+
₪233+
Europa Melbourne - Melbourne - Bedroom
Europa Melbourne
7.7 Good
Melbourne CBD₪247+
₪247+

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Melbourne

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Melbourne with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Melbourne?

Hostels are cheapest in Melbourne in August, with average rates of ₪290. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at ₪760.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Melbourne?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Melbourne, with an average nightly price of ₪399. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at ₪1,847.

How early should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Book at least 78 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Melbourne hostel.

How much is a Melbourne hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Low season

August

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

₪149

Average price (weekend night)

₪358
Cheapest month to stay with an average 51% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 28% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Melbourne hostel deals

  • If you are looking for Melbourne hostels that are good for solo travellers, then we recommend Space Hotel – Hostel, as it is a highly rated option that is located within the Central Business District of Melbourne. It has a fitness centre, laundry services and the option to have shared or private rooms and bathrooms. It has a shared kitchen, should you wish to prepare your own meals, as well as offering its own restaurant too, should you want someone else to cook for you.
  • For travellers who are interested in Melbourne hostels that are good for groups of friends or families, we recommend that you consider staying at the Melbourne City Backpackers accommodation. The hostel offers female only dorms, should you want it, as well as dorms of four, six and 16 guests, meaning that no matter how large your group, you will be able to stay together. You can also get private or family rooms with a complimentary breakfast and there are DVDs, games and music available for children.
  • There are a few good options for Melbourne hostels that are close to public transport connections, such as the Melbourne Metro Yha hostel. It offers an airport shuttle service for a surcharge and is only 1 stop (about 0.2 miles or 300 metres) from the free tram zone of the city centre, meaning that you can travel to anywhere in the city easily. It is also only 1.4 miles from the Southern Cross Station, where you can take buses and trains around the city or to other major cities in Australia.
  • If you would like to stay somewhere in Melbourne that is a little cheaper but well located, we suggest the Queen Victoria Hostel. It has competitive prices and it is in the North Melbourne District, close to the Melbourne Museum, the Princess Theatre and the Block Arcade. It is also right beside the Queen Victoria Market.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 12 days before your stay to get the best price for a Melbourne hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Melbourne for 4 days.
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FAQs when booking a hostel in Melbourne

  • What are the best hostels near Queen Victoria Market?

    Queen Victoria Market is a popular area in Melbourne and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Elizabeth Hostel or Europa Melbourne for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Queen Victoria Market.

  • How much is a hostel in Melbourne for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Melbourne in the last 3 hours was ₪24 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was ₪22. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is ₪22.

  • How much is a hostel in Melbourne for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Melbourne hostel for this weekend for as low as ₪24. Users have also found 3 star hotels from ₪24 and 4-star plus hotels from ₪24.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Melbourne?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Melbourne is ₪70 compared to ₪148 for a night in a hotel.

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