Melbourne city backpackers

2.0 star property
Adults-only Melbourne hostel in Melbourne Central Business District with free breakfast

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Reception
Vending machine
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
The price is $100
includes taxes & fees
$91 per night
Nov 24 - Nov 25

Explore the area

Map
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Collins Street
    5 min walk
  • Flinders Lane
    6 min walk
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne
    8 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    25 min drive

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Room options

Female Dormitory - 4 Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Female Dormitory - 6 Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dormitory - 4 Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Mixed Dormitory - 6 Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dormitory - 16 Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room - Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 16 Beds Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Private Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private Single Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, Melbourne city backpackers is within a 5-minute walk of Collins Street and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Marvel Stadium. This 27-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Collins Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Crown Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 4 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 7 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Higher Ground - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lim Kopi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brightside Coffee & Bagels - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Colonial Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brown Alley - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Melbourne city backpackers

Adults-only Melbourne hostel in Melbourne Central Business District with free breakfast
Melbourne city backpackers features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for AUD 35 per person roundtrip, as well as an airport shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a computer station, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Safes are also available. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 35 per person (roundtrip)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

King St Backpackers
King St Backpackers Hostel
King St Backpackers Hostel Melbourne
King St Backpackers Melbourne
Melbourne city backpackers Hostel
King Street Backpackers Hotel Melbourne
Melbourne city backpackers Melbourne
Melbourne city backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Melbourne city backpackers?

Melbourne city backpackers provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Melbourne city backpackers?

As of Nov 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melbourne city backpackers on Dec 3, 2024 start from $78.01, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Melbourne city backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Melbourne Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of Collins Street and SEA LIFE Melbourne. You'll also find Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Melbourne city backpackers?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Melbourne city backpackers have a casino at the property?

No, Melbourne city backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Melbourne city backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Melbourne city backpackers a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this adults-only hostel will appreciate amenities such as free breakfast and concierge services.

Does Melbourne city backpackers have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Melbourne city backpackers feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Melbourne city backpackers offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Melbourne city backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Melbourne city backpackers though service animals are welcome.

Does Melbourne city backpackers have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Melbourne city backpackers?

The closest major airport to Melbourne city backpackers is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 9.8 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 14.2 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Melbourne city backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Melbourne city backpackers.

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 212 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 212 reviews" "

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

CHIACHEN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Israr

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helping. Overalls property is on good location. The problem i faced was about my roommates. Whole night they did not let me sleep by making noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feeling at home :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brent

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are nasty and abusive
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is nice. But when midnight, outside is noisy.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Alastair

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last resort accom only!
One bathroom not servicable, beds uncomfortable , minimal linen only 1 pillow. complex Maxwell smartesque codes on multiple doors for access ! Very basic , minamilistic shared accom Never again .. creaky bunk beds difficult not to wake other guests when getting in and out of bed and doors
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

HIKARI

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharad

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chi Hang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the kitchen cooking gas flame is higher than other hostel. And free breakfast and tea and coffee, milk. Shower is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Aishwarya

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sheets were stinky and overall not a very clean backpackers hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Chirangivee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
To start with, I didn’t get my access code to the front door for which I had to stay outside and talk over for 20 minutes because the lady In reception was not able to locate my booking. After I got in all the lower beds of my room were taken so I had to take one of the top beds where there was no access to power outlet. I asked if any extension cable was available but there was none.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

KAI SHIANG

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to bus stops where I needed to get to, friendly service, breakfast provided is a big bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Great location but had to walk up 4 flights of stairs. Also excellent security
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I would stay here again because the price was unbeatable includes a basic breakfast or cereal or toast tea/coffee AND its got to be the easiest hostel to get to from the airport!!! The hostel is less then 5 minutes walk from the airport shuttle bus - literally walked in a straight line and i was there. So easy to find. They had an option for after hours checkin too. Only dislike was there is no elevator, i had to carry 30 kgs up 3 flights of stairs late at night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dinusha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. It makes our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Melbourne
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

santosh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
reasonable and ok for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Omkar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I like the location of the property close to the station. When it comes to stay, it was difficult to sleep at night due to side railings of top bed being loose.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Everett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The door lock was high quality and convenient. The location was perfect as it is at CBD area has the great things to offer. The things that i notice is the pillow is thin and filthy same way goes to the quilt has stain , door of main toilet at floor 2 making a loud sound when somebody going out and in as the doorstopper doesn't works. well, no lift . However, it still recommendable. keep it up guys the excellent service you have now…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Todd

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The other travelers were considerate so there were no noise problems, things were tidy. Continental breakfast was a bit of an exaggeration, was actually a choice of rice bubbles or corn flakes and then a choice of 3 types of bread and either jam or peanut butter and of course tea and coffee. At the end of the day it was my first experience at a backpackers, the cost was great, facilities good, I slept well, staff were lovely so I was happy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Kesa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Affordable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Paul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t that good in terms of bad location, seedy area and I felt somewhat uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020