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Melbourne, Australia
Dec 13 — Dec 142
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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 December 6, 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:March
Average price in Melbourne:$50/night
Cheapest price found:$15/night
Cheapest day:Friday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$22 - $104
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$28 - $77
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. Elizabeth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2024
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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490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$22
Avg. per night
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
102 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
109 Barkly Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$35
Avg. per night
15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$45
Avg. per night
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$82
Avg. per night
24 Grey Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$91
Avg. per night

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 December 6, 2024.
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
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2 stars and under
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Melbourne. There are 5,926 properties in Melbourne and price data was last updated on December 6, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Melbourne is $50/night.
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Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$117
Avg. per night
206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$75
Avg. per night
153-155 Wellington Parade South, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$128
Avg. per night
179 Powlett Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$79
Avg. per night
8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$181
Avg. per night
480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$72
Avg. per night
490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$22
Avg. per 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 December 6, 2024.
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 December 6, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    On average, it’s $51/night for a hostel in Melbourne, though $38/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $15/night in Melbourne. Try to avoid booking your hostel in November (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    Based on our data, Yha Melbourne Central is the best Melbourne hostel, with a rating of 7.9/10 from 2,372 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, 8% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Melbourne CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Space Hotel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Queen Victoria Market?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Queen Victoria Market while in Melbourne, then opt for the popular The Village Melbourne with a 7.8/10 review score from 2,742 users. The distance from Queen Victoria Market to The Village Melbourne is 0.2 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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