Hostels in Melbourne

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Travel insights for hostels in Melbourne

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Melbourne including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne is June ($39). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is January ($179).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Tuesday ($42). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $69.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as $29, rising to an average cost of $100, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $31 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 $29/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $31/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was $29/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 17 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 17 days ahead was $43 per night.

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 $66 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Richmond Private Rooms - 151 Hoddle Homestay is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 17 ottobre 2025
These Melbourne properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
151-153 Hoddle St, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$66
Avg. per night
490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$69
Avg. per night
2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$69
Avg. per night
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$84
Avg. per night
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$85
Avg. per night
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$86
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$94
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$121
Avg. per night
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$133
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 17 ottobre 2025.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
3 stars
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2 stars and under
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Melbourne.
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$103
Avg. per night
378 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$87
Avg. per night
480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$116
Avg. per night
348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$118
Avg. per night
8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$264
Avg. per night
353 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$127
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Melbourne

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Melbourne to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 17 ottobre 2025.
Whether you're visiting Melbourne for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. 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 17 ottobre 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    On average, it’s $83/night for a hostel in Melbourne, though $52/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $24/night in Melbourne. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 46 HotelsCombined users, Richmond Private Rooms - 151 Hoddle Homestay is considered the best Melbourne hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Metro Yha is 18.0 km away from Melbourne Airport, making it the closest Melbourne hostel to the city’s most popular 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, 9% of HotelsCombined users looking for Melbourne hostels searched within Melbourne CBD. Elizabeth Hostel 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 State Library of Victoria?

    The most popular Melbourne hostel near State Library of Victoria is Elizabeth Hostel. Elizabeth Hostel has a rating of 4.3/10 from 1,619 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.5 km from State Library of Victoria.

  • 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.

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