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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 July (€21). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is March (€51).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Sunday (€25). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is €45.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as €17, rising to an average cost of €44, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €26 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 €22/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 72 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 72 days ahead was €16 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Melbourne, Australia

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Melbourne. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
St Kilda East backpackers' hostel
St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

St Kilda East backpackers' hostel

2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€43
Avg. per night
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Elizabeth Hostel
Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel

490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€46
Avg. per night
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Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay
Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

Abbotsford Private Rooms & Pods @ 15 Charles Homestay

15 Charles Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€51
Avg. per night
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Europa Melbourne - Hostel
Europa Melbourne - Hostel

Europa Melbourne - Hostel

310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€53
Avg. per night
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Nomads St Kilda Hostel
Nomads St Kilda Hostel

Nomads St Kilda Hostel

17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€53
Avg. per night
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Other accommodation in Melbourne

Seasons Botanic Gardens
Seasons Botanic Gardens

Seasons Botanic Gardens

348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€88
Avg. per night
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Punthill South Yarra Grand
Punthill South Yarra Grand

Punthill South Yarra Grand

7 Yarra Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€117
Avg. per night
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Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel
Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel

Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel

60 Market Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€94
Avg. per night
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YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD
YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

600 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€59
Avg. per night
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Causeway 353 Hotel
Causeway 353 Hotel

Causeway 353 Hotel

353 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€85
Avg. per night
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Crown Metropol Melbourne
Crown Metropol Melbourne

Crown Metropol Melbourne

8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€162
Avg. per night
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Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites
Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites

Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€76
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Melbourne

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Facts about staying in Melbourne

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    €61/night is an average price for a hostel in Melbourne throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in February is the most expensive month to book, and in September is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Melbourne hostels for as low as €15/night. In general, Melbourne hostels for €28 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    Based on our data, Nomads St Kilda Hostel is the best Melbourne hostel, with a rating of 8.1/10 from 1,067 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    Elizabeth Hostel is the nearest hostel in Melbourne to Melbourne Airport, at a distance of 18.7 km.

  • What area of Melbourne is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is Melbourne CBD, with 10% of our users looking to stay in Melbourne searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Europa Melbourne - Hostel is a popular hostel in Melbourne CBD that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Marvel Stadium?

    The most popular hostel in Melbourne that’s close to Marvel Stadium is Europa Melbourne - Hostel. Just 1.2 km separate Europa Melbourne - Hostel from Marvel Stadium, the city’s most popular attraction. 3,894 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Europa Melbourne - Hostel a score of 7.3/10.

  • Should I stay in a Melbourne hostel?

    Staying in a Melbourne hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Melbourne tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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