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Hostels in Melbourne

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1. Bounce Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District

$76 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A rooftop pool with inflatable rings and a city skyline in the background.

2. Space Hotel - Hostel

Melbourne Central Business District

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A hallway with a geometric patterned rug, a potted plant, and a wicker pendant light.

3. Fitzroy Private Rooms @ 132 Nicholson Homestay

Fitzroy

$60 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A historic building with the name "Markillies Hotel" on the facade, featuring classic architectural elements and a large tree in front.

4. YHA Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central Business District

$60 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A neatly made bed with rolled towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

Prahran

$62 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

6. Melbourne city backpackers

Melbourne Central Business District

$80 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a blanket, and two framed pictures on the wall.

7. Little Drifter Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, outdoor seating, and a table with a bottle of wine.

8. Little Drifter North Melbourne

North Melbourne

$83 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A pool table in a modern indoor space with a high ceiling, potted plants, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

9. Nomads St Kilda Hostel

St Kilda

$67 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A living room with a large TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative shelf with plants and books.

10. Richmond Private Rooms @ 151 Hoddle Homestay

Richmond

$53 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

11. Europa Melbourne - Hostel

Melbourne Central Business District

$70 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A reception area with a marble counter, a reception desk, a red vase with flowers, and a red and black patterned rug.

12. St Kilda Accommodation - Hostel

St Kilda

$45 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a staircase, and wall-mounted lighting.

13. Bayside House - Hostel

St Kilda

$61 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A cozy living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

14. Elizabeth Hostel

Melbourne Central Business District

$63 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A row of modern, well-lit massage chairs with digital displays and control panels.

15. Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

Abbotsford

$56 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A bicycle parked under a tree in front of a building with a brick wall and a window.

16. St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

St. Kilda East

$55 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 3 - Dec 4

A hotel with a 'Now Open' sign, a 'Stay Overseas $30/night' sign, and a 'Tourist Map' sign.

17. The Island Accommodation

Newhaven

$100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Top neighborhoods in Melbourne

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Melbourne Central Business District

Discover a blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture, vibrant street art, and literary culture in this bustling city center. Explore famed alleyways, visit the State Library, and enjoy easy access to public transport hubs.

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Southbank

High-rise development dominates this inner-city suburb, featuring the Southbank Promenade and Southgate Restaurant and Shopping Precinct. Enjoy the art and craft market on Sundays, and explore the area via tram lines or the Capital City Bicycle Trail.

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Carlton

Carlton blends Italian heritage with academic energy along bustling Lygon Street. Foodies flock to authentic trattorias while culture seekers explore the UNESCO-listed Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum. Victorian terraces with ornate ironwork create a charming backdrop for browsing independent bookshops, vintage boutiques, and gelaterias. Cozy wine bars and family-run cafes make perfect spots to refuel after exploring Carlton Gardens' manicured grounds. Excellent tram connectivity and walkable streets mean you can easily ditch the car and wander between heritage sites, university buildings, and Little Italy's lively restaurant scene.

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St Kilda

Inner seaside suburb featuring attractions like Luna Park, St Kilda Pier, the Palais Theatre, and the Esplanade Hotel, perfect for a fun-filled Melbourne visit.

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Richmond

Richmond delivers a delicious taste of Melbourne's multicultural spirit along Victoria Street's Little Saigon, where Vietnamese flavors reign supreme. Sports fans flock to nearby MCG and AAMI Park, while hipsters haunt the converted warehouses and craft breweries on Swan Street. Bridge Road tempts shoppers with vintage stores and factory outlets nestled among heritage brick buildings. Getting around couldn't be easier with three metro stations and frequent trams connecting you to Melbourne's center. Accommodation options range from industrial-chic apartments to boutique hotels, all within walking distance of the riverside paths along the peaceful Yarra.

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Melbourne Central

8.8/10 (16,814 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Melbourne Central, a popular place for shoppers in Melbourne Central Business District. Let yourself be amazed at the art galleries and museums in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Queen Victoria Market, Emporium Melbourne, and QV Centre.

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Marvel Stadium

8.6/10 (2,683 reviews)

Why not catch an event at Marvel Stadium, a major stadium in Docklands. Let yourself be amazed at the museums and art galleries in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Marvel Stadium is cool, you also might like Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Cricket Ground, both located nearby.

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Rod Laver Arena

8.8/10 (3,997 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Rod Laver Arena, a major stadium in Melbourne Central Business District. Let yourself be amazed at the art galleries and museums in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Rod Laver Arena is cool, you also might like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Marvel Stadium, both located nearby.

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A large stadium surrounded by urban buildings and a river.

Melbourne Cricket Ground

8.8/10 (5,759 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Melbourne Cricket Ground, a major stadium in East Melbourne. Let yourself be amazed at the art galleries and museums in the area too. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Melbourne Cricket Ground is cool, you also might like Rod Laver Arena and Marvel Stadium, both located nearby.

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Melbourne and related destinations

Beneath Victorian-era arcades, hidden laneways reveal street art masterpieces and tiny cafés where baristas discuss coffee like sommeliers talk wine. The Queen Victoria Market buzzes with vendors selling everything from kangaroo jerky to vintage vinyl. At Federation Square, the angular architecture houses galleries displaying Aboriginal art beside the serene Yarra River. Cricket fans make pilgrimages to the hallowed Melbourne Cricket Ground, while theater-goers flock to shows in the East End. SEA LIFE Melbourne's underwater tunnels bring you face-to-fin with sharks, and Crown Casino's riverside complex dazzles with restaurants rather than gaming tables. For sunset views, the Eureka Skydeck offers a perfect perch above this city of contrasts.

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What's it Like to Stay in a Hostel in Melbourne?

If you want to explore Melbourne without frittering away your savings, a hostel could be the ideal accommodation for you. Hotels.com has many friendly hostels in Melbourne. Meet new people in the lounge areas and learn some tips on the best attractions in this city. You and your friends will appreciate the museums, restaurants, and shopping in Melbourne. Whether you’re on a long backpacking trip or a short weekend break, you're sure to enjoy Melbourne Central, Crown Casino, and Queen Victoria Market.