What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

On average, it’s $41/night for a hostel in Melbourne, though $31/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $16/night in Melbourne. Try to avoid booking your hostel in July (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

Based on our data, Summer House Melbourne is the best Melbourne hostel, with a rating of 8.3/10 from 963 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 Little Drifter 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. Yha Melbourne Central is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to National Gallery of Victoria?

If you’re looking for a hostel near National Gallery of Victoria while in Melbourne, then opt for the popular Flinders Backpackers with a 8.1/10 review score from 1,328 users. The distance from National Gallery of Victoria to Flinders Backpackers is 0.4 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).

Affordable Melbourne Hostels From $21/night

Travel insights for hostels in Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne is September ($20). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is July ($67).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Melbourne?

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Sunday ($31). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $99.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as $18, rising to an average cost of $69, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $19 for a 4-star hostel in Melbourne for tonight.

How much is a Melbourne hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Melbourne this weekend for as little as $18/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $20/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was $24/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 33 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 33 days ahead was $25 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Melbourne, Australia

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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Landing Pads Brunswick

13 Blyth Street, Brunswick, VIC, Australia

0.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$21

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Hostels in Melbourne

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Travel insights for hostels in Melbourne

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Melbourne.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne is September ($20). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is July ($67).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Melbourne?

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Sunday ($31). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $99.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as $18, rising to an average cost of $69, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $19 for a 4-star hostel in Melbourne for tonight.

How much is a Melbourne hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 33 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 33 days ahead was $25 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Melbourne, Australia

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.

Hostel prices in Melbourne

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.

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Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Melbourne. There are 6,536 properties in Melbourne and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Melbourne is $41/night.

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 July 29, 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 July 29, 2025.

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Should I stay in a Melbourne hostel?

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