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Melbourne City Backpackers

1 star
From
C$ 47
Cheapest

rate per night

Sun 12/5
-
Mon 13/5
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 47
Double room
C$ 66

About Melbourne City Backpackers

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Breakfast for free

Situated within a 10-minute walk of Southern Cross Railway Station, Melbourne City Backpackers is an ideal base when visiting Melbourne. It provides free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle and a 24-hour reception.

A ticket service, a concierge and luggage storage are just some of the available services at the hostel. A tour desk, laundry facilities and a safe are also provided.

The rooms at Melbourne City Backpackers feature a shared garden and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Those staying in the rooms also have access to a shared bathroom.

The hostel is situated amongst the area's well-known sightseeing attractions, including Docklands Stadium, Collins Street and Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, which are a short walk away. Queen Victoria Market and Festival Hall are a brief walk away.

Latest deals for Melbourne City Backpackers

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Mon 13/5
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Standard Room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Melbourne City Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled Access
  • Adults only
  • Non-feather pillow

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Table tennis
  • Board games/puzzles

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

General

  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of Melbourne City Backpackers

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7.1
GoodBased on 1,385 verified guest reviews
7.2Friends
6.5Couples
7.1Solo
7.6Families

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Location

197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

What's nearby

  • Collins Street0.6 km
  • Royal Arcade0.8 km
  • Block Arcade0.8 km
  • Bourke Street Mall0.8 km
  • Queen Victoria Market0.9 km
  • Southbank Promenade1 km
  • Eureka Tower1.1 km
  • Flinders Street Station1.1 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol1.2 km
  • Federation Square1.3 km
  • Melbourne Arts Centre1.3 km
  • National Gallery of Victoria1.5 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Melbourne City Backpackers

Low season

May

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 35

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 33
Cheapest month to stay with an average 2% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 2% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Melbourne City Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at Melbourne City Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Melbourne City Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • The cheapest price a room at Melbourne City Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 33, while the most expensive was C$ 33.
  • How long should you stay at Melbourne City Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Melbourne City Backpackers

  • Where is Melbourne City Backpackers located?

    Melbourne City Backpackers is located at 197-199 King Street in Melbourne CBD, 1.1 km from the centre of Melbourne. Collins Street is the closest landmark to Melbourne City Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Melbourne City Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Melbourne City Backpackers.

  • Does Melbourne City Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Melbourne City Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Melbourne City Backpackers from the airport?

    Melbourne City Backpackers is 11.3 km from Melbourne Essendon. Melbourne City Backpackers is 19.7 km from Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Melbourne City Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Melbourne City Backpackers in Melbourne and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Melbourne City Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Melbourne City Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.6

Distance to downtown

1.1 km

Nearest Airport

Melbourne

Distance to airport

19.2 km