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Tips for booking hostels in Melbourne

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Melbourne. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on febrero 20, 2025.
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Melbourne:$40/night
Cheapest price found:$17/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$25 - $67
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$24 - $73
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

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 $22 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Ritz For Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on febrero 20, 2025
Out of the hostels in Melbourne we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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Ritz For Backpackers
Ritz For Backpackers

Ritz For Backpackers

169B Fitzroy Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
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Europa Melbourne
Europa Melbourne

Europa Melbourne

310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$23
Avg. per night
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Barkly Backpackers
Barkly Backpackers

Barkly Backpackers

102 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$23
Avg. per night
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The Village North Melbourne
The Village North Melbourne

The Village North Melbourne

78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$27
Avg. per night
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Melbourne City Backpackers
Melbourne City Backpackers

Melbourne City Backpackers

197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$29
Avg. per night
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The Village Melbourne
The Village Melbourne

The Village Melbourne

167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
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Nomads St Kilda
Nomads St Kilda

Nomads St Kilda

17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$35
Avg. per night
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Yha Melbourne Central
Yha Melbourne Central

Yha Melbourne Central

562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
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15 Charles Abbotsford Mansion
15 Charles Abbotsford Mansion

15 Charles Abbotsford Mansion

15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$38
Avg. per night
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St Kilda East Backpackers' Hostel
St Kilda East Backpackers' Hostel

St Kilda East Backpackers' Hostel

2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$47
Avg. per night
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South Yarra Hostel
South Yarra Hostel

South Yarra Hostel

733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$89
Avg. per night
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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 febrero 20, 2025.
hostels located in the Melbourne area sorted by price and hostel class. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
Yha Melbourne Central
Yha Melbourne Central

Yha Melbourne Central

562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
$35
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2 stars and under
The Village Melbourne
The Village Melbourne

The Village Melbourne

167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
$29
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Nomads St Kilda
Nomads St Kilda

Nomads St Kilda

17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
$35
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Melbourne City Backpackers
Melbourne City Backpackers

Melbourne City Backpackers

197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
$29
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South Yarra Hostel
South Yarra Hostel

South Yarra Hostel

733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
$89
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Europa Melbourne
Europa Melbourne

Europa Melbourne

310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
$23
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Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Melbourne. There are 6,205 properties in Melbourne and price data was last updated on febrero 20, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Melbourne is $40/night.
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Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands
Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.6 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$113
Avg. per night
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St Kilda Central Apartment Hotel
St Kilda Central Apartment Hotel

St Kilda Central Apartment Hotel

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.9 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$66
Avg. per night
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Flinders Lane Apartments
Flinders Lane Apartments

Flinders Lane Apartments

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$138
Avg. per night
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Elizabeth Hostel
Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel

490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$26
Avg. per night
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Crown Metropol Melbourne
Crown Metropol Melbourne

Crown Metropol Melbourne

8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$174
Avg. per night
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The Langham Melbourne
The Langham Melbourne

The Langham Melbourne

1 Southgate Avenue, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$165
Avg. per night
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Oaks Melbourne on Collins Hotel
Oaks Melbourne on Collins Hotel

Oaks Melbourne on Collins Hotel

480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$76
Avg. per night
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Docklands Private Collection - New Quay
Docklands Private Collection - New Quay

Docklands Private Collection - New Quay

Shop 7, 198 Harbour Esplanade, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$82
Avg. per night
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Pegasus Apart-Hotel
Pegasus Apart-Hotel

Pegasus Apart-Hotel

206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$71
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Melbourne

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Melbourne to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on febrero 20, 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Melbourne area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

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 febrero 20, 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    On average, it’s $40/night for a hostel in Melbourne, though $29/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $17/night in Melbourne. Try to avoid booking your hostel in February (the most expensive month). Booking in November (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    Based on our data, Nomads St Kilda is the best Melbourne hostel, with a rating of 8.0/10 from 874 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Melbourne that aren’t far from Melbourne Airport, then the closest one is The Village North Melbourne, which is 11.2 mi away.

  • What area of Melbourne is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Melbourne, 4% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Melbourne CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Europa Melbourne is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Yarra River?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Yarra River while in Melbourne, then opt for the popular Yha Melbourne Central with a 7.8/10 review score from 2,497 users. The distance from Yarra River to Yha Melbourne Central is 0.5 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Melbourne hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Melbourne is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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