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Best Melbourne hostels

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Nomads St Kilda Hostel - Melbourne - Balcony
Nomads St Kilda Hostel
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.0Very Good(895)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 274+
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Urban Central Accommodation - Melbourne - Bar
Urban Central Accommodation
Southbank
7.9Good(916)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R5 601+
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Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Bedroom
Melbourne City Backpackers
Melbourne CBD
7.6Good(2092)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 368+
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Carric House - Melbourne - Bar
Carric House
North Melbourne
6.8Okay(155)
Free Wi-Fi
R654+
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Bayside House - Melbourne - Lobby
Bayside House
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.9Okay(278)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R915+
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St Kilda East backpackers' hostel - Melbourne - Patio
St Kilda East backpackers' hostel
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
4.5Mediocre(375)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R994+
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South Yarra Hostel - Melbourne - Building
South Yarra Hostel
South Yarra
5.9Fair(227)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 640+
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Pint On Punt Backpackers - Melbourne
Pint On Punt Backpackers
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
7.2Good(1132)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 114+
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Lord's Lodge - Melbourne
Lord's Lodge
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
7.2Good(89)
Free Wi-Fi
R8 530+
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Greenhouse Backpacker Melbourne - Melbourne
Greenhouse Backpacker Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
7.7Good(1004)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R4 330+
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Mad Monkey Melbourne - Melbourne
Mad Monkey Melbourne
West Melbourne
7.9Good(801)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 253+
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Summer House Backpackers, Melbourne - Melbourne
Summer House Backpackers, Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.2Very Good(947)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 769+
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Habitat Hq - Melbourne
Habitat Hq
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1Very Good(552)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R221+
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50 Green St Windsor - Melbourne
50 Green St Windsor
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
7.5Good(72)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R1 216+
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lilihostel - Melbourne
lilihostel
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
7.2Good(54)
Parking
R1 290+
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The Mansion Melbourne - Melbourne
The Mansion Melbourne
East Melbourne
8.4Very Good(668)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 408+
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Melbourne hostels near the city centre

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Elizabeth Hostel - Melbourne - Bedroom
Elizabeth Hostel
Melbourne CBD
4.0Mediocre(1595)
R1 011+
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Europa Melbourne - Melbourne - Bedroom
Europa Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
7.6Good(3564)
R1 230+
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Yha Melbourne Central - Melbourne - Bedroom
Yha Melbourne Central
Melbourne CBD
7.8Good(2588)
R1 261+
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The Village Melbourne - Melbourne - Bar
The Village Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
7.9Good(2935)
R1 592+
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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 June, with average rates of R8 676. In comparison, January is the most expensive month, with prices at R23 662.

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

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Melbourne, with an average nightly price of R8 565. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at R16 413.

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.
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How much is a Melbourne hostel?

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Low season

June

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

R643

Average price (weekend night)

R643
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 123% 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 1 day.
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FAQs when booking a hostel in Melbourne

  • 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 R21 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R26. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R21.

  • 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 R22. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R22 and 4-star plus hotels from R23.

  • 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 R49 compared to R144 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Melbourne?

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