Skip to main content
More
Free parking
Free airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Building]()
All photos (13)
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Building]()
Building (1)
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Bedroom]()
Bedroom (4)
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Restaurant]()
Restaurant (1)
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Front desk]()
Front desk (3)
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Building]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Bedroom]( "Provided by Official Hotel Information")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Restaurant]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Front desk]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Business centre]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Room amenity]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Laundry facility]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Hallway]( "Provided by Official Hotel Information")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Bedroom]( "Provided by Official Hotel Information")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Front desk]( "Provided by Hotels.com")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Bedroom]( "Provided by Official Hotel Information")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Front desk]( "Provided by Official Hotel Information")
![Melbourne City Backpackers - Melbourne - Bedroom]( "Provided by Ostrovok")
Melbourne City Backpackers
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
+61 396 701 111
Cheapest
rate per night
7.6
Good
based on 1,326 reviews
Compare vs KAYAK
Rooms available at Melbourne City Backpackers
Double rooms
$30+
Bed type
Provider
Total stay + taxes & fees
Unknown
$30
Reviews of Melbourne City Backpackers
Pros
| "Super friendly and helpful staff." | (in 134 reviews) |
|---|---|
| ""Amazing location, friendly staffs, free breakfast!"" | (in 46 reviews) |
| "Great location for everything you need!" | (in 140 reviews) |
Cons
| "24hr reception and big common area." | (in 8 reviews) |
|---|---|
| "Kitchen storage very bad and poor." | (in 10 reviews) |
| "Dirty room and amenities." | (in 54 reviews) |
Traveller rating
0
0
0
0
0
Time of year
Traveller type
Show reviews that mention
+
| great location | in 370 reviews |
|---|---|
| friendly staff | in 301 reviews |
| dirty room | in 170 reviews |
| southern cross station | in 165 reviews |
| free breakfast | in 135 reviews |
| bunk bed | in 121 reviews |
| late night | in 70 reviews |
| young people | in 69 reviews |
| luggage storage | in 47 reviews |
| close to the train station | in 41 reviews |
| tea and coffee | in 32 reviews |
| airport shuttle | in 28 reviews |
| common area | in 23 reviews |
| peanut butter | in 19 reviews |
| close to southern cross | in 18 reviews |
| free tram | in 18 reviews |
| wine and cheese | in 16 reviews |
| bathroom was clean | in 13 reviews |
No reviews found. Try removing a filter, changing your search, or clear all to view reviews.
About Melbourne City Backpackers
Overview
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.
Features
7.6 Good
based on 1,326 reviews
7.0
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
2.0
Facilities
9.1
Location
Check in |
14:00 |
Check out |
10:00 |
Cancellation/pre-payment
Policies vary by room type and provider.
Amenities at Melbourne City Backpackers
Computer use available
No smoking
Free Wi-Fi
Ticket service
Reading light
Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
Wi-Fi available in all areas
Internet
Disabled access
Lockers
Linens
Concierge service
Towels
Safety deposit box
Fire extinguisher
Laundry facilities
Air-conditioned
Non-feather pillow
Shared bathroom
Safe
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge/TV area
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Smoke alarms
Shared toilet
Towels/sheets (extra fee)
Heating
Dustbins
Complimentary breakfast
Breakfast included
Contactless check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Table tennis
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Board games/puzzles
Physical distancing rules
Books, DVDs, music for children
Vending machine (drinks)
First-aid kit
Vending machine (snacks)
Socket near the bed
24-hour front desk
Storage available
CCTV in common areas
FAQs when booking at Melbourne City Backpackers
Where is Melbourne City Backpackers located?
When is check-in time and check-out time at Melbourne City Backpackers?
Does Melbourne City Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?
Does Melbourne City Backpackers offer free parking?
Does Melbourne City Backpackers offer free airport shuttle service?
How far is Melbourne City Backpackers from the airport?
Does Melbourne City Backpackers have a pool?
Photos of Melbourne City Backpackers
All photos
01 of 13
Reviews about Melbourne City Backpackers
“Near to the train station and clean”
“Super friendly and helpful staff.”
“Very close to Southern Cross station”
“Good location and nice common area.”
“Staff friendly and room is clean.”
“Very comfortable bed and very nice staff.”
“"The breakfast includes toast, jam, butter and peanut butter, and some cereals with milk."”
“helpful staff and clean bathrooms!”
“"Great location, in the CBD super close to free trams and southern cross station."”
“Loved being able to meet lots of new people”
“"Clean, comfortable, nice staff, free tea and coffee all day."”
“Free luggage storage and continental breakfast.”
“Close to Southern Cross station.”
“Very good price with 5mins walk to south cross Skybus station for airport bus.”
“"Amazing location, friendly staffs, free breakfast!"”
“Great location for everything you need!”
“And i really love movie night!”
Location
Most popular landmarks
- 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
Melbourne travel guide
Learn about Melbourne on KAYAK
Nearby hotels
Closest
See more nearby hotels
Cheapest
See cheapest hotels in Melbourne
Most recommended
See most recommended hotels in Melbourne