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Melbourne city backpackers

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Melbourne

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Family dining
Reception
Hallway
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Melbourne City Backpackers places visitors in the heart of the city's energy. The hostel offers continental breakfast, in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, and staff assistance with arranging tours and tickets for Melbourne's attractions.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Female Dormitory - 4 Beds

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Air conditioning
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Microwave
Stovetop
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Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Female Dormitory - 6 Beds

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
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Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Mixed Dormitory - 4 Beds

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
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Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
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Rice cooker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Mixed Dormitory - 6 Beds

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room - Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Mixed Dormitory - 16 Beds

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room - Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
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Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Rice cooker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Melbourne city backpackers is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium or Rod Laver Arena.
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Map
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

What's nearby

  • Marvel Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Collins Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Crown Casino - 12 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

  • ‪Colonial Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brown Alley - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brightside Coffee & Bagels - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Satay - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Melbourne city backpackers

Hostel near Collins Street
Close to Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central, Melbourne city backpackers provides an airport shuttle, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Melbourne city backpackers feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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

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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

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

Is Melbourne city backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Melbourne city backpackers?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Melbourne city backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Melbourne city backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Melbourne city backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AUD 35 per person applies.

Where is Melbourne city backpackers located?

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Collins Street and SEA LIFE Melbourne. Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central are also within 15 minutes. Southern Cross Station is only a 4-minute walk and Flagstaff Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Melbourne city backpackers Reviews

6.6

6.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

7.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 219 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine for what it was.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joaninha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff friendly and accommodating. Clean rooms and kitchens, and ample storage space.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not disability friendly as there is no lift or wheelchair access. Bedrooms are roomy by kitchen/dining/lounge are very small.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

8/10 Good

Caroline

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

10/10 Excellent

AlexandeR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Preis Leistung Top

Guter Service, Betten waren ok, sind in die Jahre gekommen, aber ist ok. Sehr viel Möglichkeiten mit anderen ins Gespräch zu kommen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

santosh

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

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

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

MIZUKI

オーストラリアで3か所のホステルに泊まりましたが、ここがいちばん清潔感がありました。駅近だし安いし良かったです。ひとつ残念なのがエレベーターがないこと。大きなスーツケースがあったのですが階段のみで、しかも部屋は3階だったのでとても大変でした。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kayoko

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
エレベーターがないから大変。 布団はなんとなく湿気ってるかんじ スマホがなくても、番号入力でへやに入れる。 ホテル内に入るにも、番号入力が必要。フロントから部屋に行く時の扉にも。 チェックイン前荷物無料で預かってくれる デジポットはかからなかった
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

4/10 Poor

Alastair

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

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had my stay for 4 nights (Including NYE) and the experience was pretty good. A clean place, comfortable bed (In a 16 shared room), the external noise was unperceivable inside the room, the hostel offers some stuff for breakfast such as cereal, milk, tea, coffee, bread, and enough kitchen facilities to cook during the allowed times. I'm not sure how many activities they do, but I had the opportunity to do a painting there, on Monday afternoon, with all the tools provided for them. The only thing to consider is to let the kitchen open all the time, due to the second day of my stay I had a tour early and all my prepared food was in the fridge, and I had to go Coles to buy something because I didn't have access to the kitchen at 7am. About the location, it is close to the CBD, with loads of shops, restaurants, clubs, transport alternatives among the free PT zone. I'd definitively come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

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

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicoletta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hostel was the most friendly I have ever met. In particular, Jess, Inca and Zachim went the extra mile to accommodate some special needs I had and were always very helpful. The location of the hostel is excellent for it is very close to the Skybus stop from and to the airport. Very safe and lively area. Great stay!!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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

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