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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 (£11). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Melbourne is January (£51).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Melbourne is Wednesday (£14). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is £27.

How much is a hostel in Melbourne tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Melbourne tonight starting as low as £15, rising to an average cost of £50, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £19 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 £15/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £15/night. For a 4-star hostel in Melbourne, the cheapest rate recently found was £20/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Melbourne?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 33 days before your trip to Melbourne. The lowest price found when booking 33 days ahead was £18 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 £16 per night. There is currently one property in Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Ritz For Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 24 May 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Melbourne we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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169B Fitzroy Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£16
Avg. per night
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£17
Avg. per night
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£18
Avg. per night
13 Blyth Street, Brunswick, VIC, Australia
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£18
Avg. per night
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£19
Avg. per night
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£21
Avg. per night
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£23
Avg. per night
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£25
Avg. per night
2 Tantram Ave, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£33
Avg. per night
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£66
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 24 May 2025.
We've come across the following hostels in Melbourne with different price and hostel class options. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Melbourne.
3 stars
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
78 Howard Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2 stars and under
310-314 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
17 Carlisle Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
733 Punt Road South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Other accommodations in Melbourne

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Melbourne. There are 6,274 properties in Melbourne and price data was last updated on 24 May 2025. The average price for a hotel in Melbourne is £35/night.
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Shop 7, 198 Harbour Esplanade, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£61
Avg. per night
348 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£71
Avg. per night
7 Yarra Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£65
Avg. per night
270 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£83
Avg. per night
623 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£57
Avg. per night
131 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£45
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.5 mi from city centre
Airport shuttle
£32
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 24 May 2025.
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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 24 May 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Melbourne?

    The average price for a hostel in Melbourne is £35/night. A good hostel deal in Melbourne would be for £28/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £14/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in December, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in May is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Melbourne.

  • What’s the best hostel in Melbourne?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Melbourne, Nomads St Kilda is currently the best, based on 900 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.1/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Melbourne Airport?

    Little Drifter North Melbourne is 11.2 mi 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?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Melbourne, 13% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Melbourne CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Elizabeth Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Melbourne closest to Fitzroy Gardens?

    The most popular hostel in Melbourne that’s close to Fitzroy Gardens is The Village Melbourne. Just 1.2 mi separate The Village Melbourne from Fitzroy Gardens, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,945 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the The Village Melbourne a score of 7.9/10.

  • Should I stay in a Melbourne hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Melbourne on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Melbourne offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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