The Greenhouse Backpacker

1 star
7.7
Good
based on 969 reviews
969 reviews
228 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
228 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC
+61 396 396 400
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2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Located in Melbourne CBD, Greenhouse Backpackers Melbourne is five minutes from Federation Square and offers a rooftop terrace. It is also a short stroll from Flinders Street Station.

A wide range of personalised services are available for guests of Greenhouse Backpackers Melbourne, like a car rental desk, a ticket service and a currency exchange. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guests wanting to stay online while travelling.

The hostel has 62 rooms and has been recently refurbished. There is also a shared garden and an in-room closet.

The area surrounding the hostel is well-known for its vibrant nightlife, with plenty of places to go for a drink or dance. Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex and Collins Street are within walking a distance.

7.7
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969 reviews

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Amenities at The Greenhouse Backpacker

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Air-conditioned
  • Lift
  • Pool table
  • Storage available

Reviews of The Greenhouse Backpacker

7.7
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Good
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Mediocre
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4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Not a thing! Less location, But they’re closing in two months so it doesn’t matter
Cons (-) everything, less bugs, less unprofessionalism... broken almost all the things. The kitchen was super gross, the hostel itself is closing in two months (may31st) and it shows, seemed to be all squatters, illegal kids from all over the world, drug dealers and probably prostituts. No refunds for leaving the shithole early if you book third party! Fine bye! Plus I was able to walk into the storage roo...
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2.8
Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2017
Pros (+) Unfortunately I cant say anything positive about this place. The location, if anything.
Cons (-) After i was given my room card, i went down to find my bed. I could not tell which one was free, because all of them were dirty and had plates, knives, etc on the beds. The room smelt filthy and there were wet towels strung over all the bed. I left after one night as it was not a clean environmnet to be in.

Location

228 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC 3000

What's nearby

  • Federation Square283 m
  • Collins Street395 m
  • Arts Centre Melbourne0.6 km
  • Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium0.9 km
  • Crown Entertainment Complex1 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol1 km
  • Royal Exhibition Building1.3 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre1.5 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground1.6 km
  • Melbourne Museum1.6 km
  • Marvel Stadium1.6 km
  • AAMI Park1.8 km

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Check in anytime after 12:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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FAQs when booking at The Greenhouse Backpacker

  • Where is The Greenhouse Backpacker located?

    The Greenhouse Backpacker is located at 228 Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD, 0.6 km from the centre of Melbourne. Federation Square is the closest landmark to The Greenhouse Backpacker.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Greenhouse Backpacker?

    Check-in time is 12:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The Greenhouse Backpacker.

  • Does The Greenhouse Backpacker offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Greenhouse Backpacker offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Greenhouse Backpacker from the airport?

    The Greenhouse Backpacker is 11.3 km from Melbourne Essendon. The Greenhouse Backpacker is 19.8 km from Melbourne.

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