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Space Hotel, hotel in Melbourne

Space Hotel features a rooftop terrace, fully equipped fitness center and a private cinema room. Some rooms have a private bathroom, and flat-screen TV.

Friendly and helpful staff, lots of facilities
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
2,319 reviews
Price from$71.16per night
The Village North Melbourne, hotel in Melbourne

Located in Melbourne, a 17-minute walk from Melbourne City Conference Centre, The Village North Melbourne provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace....

Night events, clean rooms & facilities, great staffs & cozy lobby :)
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
859 reviews
Price from$103.57per night
Melbourne City Backpackers, hotel in Melbourne

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

location
Scored 7.0
7.0
Rated good
Good
1,400 reviews
Price from$78.53per night
YHA Melbourne Central, hotel in Melbourne

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

Staff
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
3,240 reviews
Price from$71.16per night
Europa Melbourne, hotel in Melbourne

Located in the heart of Melbourne and offering a free continental breakfast, Europa Melbourne caters to International guests & is just 1640 feet from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central.

Good location. Everything just walking distance. The room is high ceiling, so it feels more space. Staff very nice and friendly plus good price as well.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
3,827 reviews
Price from$56.14per night
Flinders Backpackers, hotel in Melbourne

Featuring a bar, shared lounge and free WiFi, Flinders Backpackers is located in Melbourne, 984 feet from Block Arcade Melbourne and 1312 feet from St Paul's Cathedral.

They have great housekeeping and friendly Front desk services
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
1,644 reviews
Price from$65.28per night
The Village Melbourne, hotel in Melbourne

Surrounded by shops and eateries, this hostel is right in the middle of Elizabeth street and Queen Victoria Market where great bars, shops are restaurants within 1 minute walking distance.

The customer service at the front desk was amazing and this is why I didn't give it less than 5. If not for them, the events they organise and the location I wouldn't recommend this hostel.
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
1,968 reviews
Price from$94.26per night
Nomads St Kilda, hotel in Melbourne

Nomads St Kilda is a modern hostel located a 1-minute walk from the cafes and bars of Acland street and a 5-minute walk from the beach.

Convenience of location, everything in walking distance for the purpose of the stay.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
736 reviews
Price from$89.76per night
Royal Derby Hotel, hotel in Melbourne

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

Everything the ad said it would be. Very easy check-in and access. Facilities were clean and maintained and the room was surprisingly warm and comfortable.
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
208 reviews
Price from$70.56per night
The Nunnery Accommodation, hotel in Melbourne

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

Location to museum
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
715 reviews
Price from$88.13per night
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  • Space Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,319 reviews

    Space Hotel features a rooftop terrace, fully equipped fitness center and a private cinema room. Some rooms have a private bathroom, and flat-screen TV.

    Clean, well equipped, new, I liked everything about it

  • Flinders Backpackers
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,645 reviews

    Featuring a bar, shared lounge and free WiFi, Flinders Backpackers is located in Melbourne, 984 feet from Block Arcade Melbourne and 1312 feet from St Paul's Cathedral.

    Good place really clean good staff nice people to meet five Start

  • Europa Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,827 reviews

    Located in the heart of Melbourne and offering a free continental breakfast, Europa Melbourne caters to International guests & is just 1640 feet from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central.

    Hands down the best hostel I've ever stayed in!

  • Elizabeth Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 4.1
    4.1
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 1,039 reviews

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

    Toilet was nice. Place environment was safe and homey.

  • YHA Melbourne Central
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,240 reviews

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

    Single room was great. Clean and great value for money.

  • Melbourne City Backpackers
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,400 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.

    Very good location, nice crowd and they offer free drinks.

  • College Lawn Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 277 reviews

    Featuring a bar, College Lawn Hotel is located in Melbourne in the Victoria region, 1.8 miles from Middle Park Beach and 1.9 miles from Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

    Staff were a laugh! Room was clean and comfortable

  • Queen Victoria Hostel
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 492 reviews

    Located in Melbourne and within a 12-minute walk of Melbourne City Conference Centre, Queen Victoria Hostel has a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Clean, very accommodating, as a solo female I felt very safe

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Melbourne

  • Landing Pads Brunswick
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 58 reviews

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

    Friendly people, place well organized and kept clean, best location in Melbourne.

  • Boarding house St Kilda
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Melbourne and with St Kilda Beach reachable within a 11-minute walk, Boarding house St Kilda provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • The Mansion Melbourne
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 650 reviews

    The Mansion Melbourne (formerly Home at the Mansion) was refurbished in 2019 and offers a fusion of chilled vibes, heritage charm, stylish spaces and hotel staff at your service.

    Location good, room is clean, the bed is comfortable

  • The Village North Melbourne
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 859 reviews

    Located in Melbourne, a 17-minute walk from Melbourne City Conference Centre, The Village North Melbourne provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Loved it , Staff was very helpful value for money .

  • Selina St Kilda Melbourne
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 758 reviews

    Located in the heart of St Kilda, just a few minutes' walk from the beach, a range of restaurants and shops. Tram stops are located at the door step, so you can conveniently get to and from the CBD.

    The atmosphere, service, efficiency cleanliness; everything.

  • Royal Derby Hotel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 209 reviews

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

    Excellent location with very tidy rooms/general areas

  • Summer House Melbourne Backpackers
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 796 reviews

    Located in St Kilda, Summer House Melbourne Backpackers offers both dormitory and private rooms. There is an on-site bar and restaurant with billiards, a shared lounge area and a rooftop terrace.

    Enough space in the room, private toilet. Helpful staff.

  • 50 Green St Windsor
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 70 reviews

    Attractively located in the Chapel Street district of Melbourne, 50 Green St Windsor is located 1.8 miles from Middle Park Beach, 2.5 miles from Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne and 2.6 miles from...

    safe and clean, private, convenient location to Chapel st

  • Nomads St Kilda
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 736 reviews

    Nomads St Kilda is a modern hostel located a 1-minute walk from the cafes and bars of Acland street and a 5-minute walk from the beach.

    Staff is great and the Monday night Bingo is great !

  • CarricHouse
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 168 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, CarricHouse is located in Melbourne, a 16-minute walk from Melbourne City Conference Centre.

    很喜歡兩個房間用一個廁所,因為這樣就不用擔心太多人搶廁所,這點真的很用心,而且每天都有員工打掃公共區域,真的很推薦!

  • The Nunnery Accommodation
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 715 reviews

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

    Good, clean facilities and friendly staff. Great location.

  • Pint On Punt Backpackers
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 906 reviews

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

    the position is very convenient.The staffs are very nice.

  • lilihostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 68 reviews

    Located within 4 miles of Melbourne Zoo and 5 miles of Melbourne City Conference Centre, lilihostel has rooms in Melbourne.

    L'ambiance multi culturelle La gentillesse de l'accueil

  • The Village Melbourne
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,968 reviews

    Surrounded by shops and eateries, this hostel is right in the middle of Elizabeth street and Queen Victoria Market where great bars, shops are restaurants within 1 minute walking distance.

    Automatitation of the rooms, "keys" etc.

  • South Yarra Hostel
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 201 reviews

    Located in Melbourne and with Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne reachable within a 15-minute walk, South Yarra Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi...

    Staff member was great. No complaints. Would stay again for sure.

FAQ about hostels in Melbourne

Hostels that guests love in Melbourne

  • Avg. price/night: $74.42
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 859 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.
    Kimran
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 387 reviews
    I liked that I got to have my own space, even if it was just a room, it my room for a night. I've paid more for a backpackers hostel which didn't have a smokers area, had to share with 3 other blokes and dormitory style setting. Here you get a literal house with your own safe and private (and not small either) room.
    Pitchford
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $46.68
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 201 reviews
    It's a cheap hostel in a great location Comfortable bed and good shower
    Stephen
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 527 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).
    Kristina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $74.42
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 859 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.
    Rachel
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $126.38
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,131 reviews
    Location - It is right across from Flinders Street station and near to the cafes and tourist attractions. Female dormitory & safety - guests are issued a card to access the hostel's dormitories. The female dormitory also has a shared bathroom inside. People inside are nice Facilities - socket and storage shelf at your own bed, shared bathroom inside the room and along corridors, co-working space and kitchen, bar at the basement
    Sang Hui
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $99.43
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,085 reviews
    Budget motel that was comfortable, clean, and with a great location, close and walkable to Melbourne centre of city. Despite being on a busy street, we found it was quiet and secure at night, with a security gate and pass to ensure safe parking.
    Robyn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $90.74
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,827 reviews
    Hostel good. People nice. Beds comfy with curtains. Cheap price. I recommend for budget travelers.
    Jácomo Valência
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $71.81
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 736 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 😃
    Beverley
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,968 reviews
    Great location, very cheap compared to most other hostels.
    Ben
    Young couple

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