What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

Melbourne hostels are S$ 67/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In August is often the cheapest month to book, and in October is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Melbourne. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 27/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Melbourne for S$ 58/night or less a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Melbourne is Selina Central Melbourne. 1,034 users from HotelsCombined gave the Selina Central Melbourne a 8.3/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

It is 18.0 km to get from Melbourne Airport to The Village North Melbourne (the nearest Melbourne hostel to the airport).

What area of Melbourne is most popular to stay in?

Melbourne CBD is the most popular area of Melbourne to stay in. In the past year, 7% of HotelsCombined users looking for Melbourne hostels searched within Melbourne CBD. The Village Melbourne is a popular hostel in Melbourne CBD if you choose to stay in the 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 6.7/10 review score from 2,088 users. The distance from Queen Victoria Market to The Village Melbourne is 0.3 km.

Should I stay in a Melbourne hostel?

Hostels in Melbourne tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Melbourne hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Does Melbourne have hostels with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Melbourne has 13 hostels with “Kitchen/kitchenette” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, The Village Melbourne is the most popular Melbourne hostel with this amenity.

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St Kilda East Backpackers' Hostel

2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

8.1 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

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S$ 40

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