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Little Drifter North Melbourne

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Near Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central, Little Drifter North Melbourne provides a library, laundry facilities, and a health club. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Queen Ensuite Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Ensuite Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with a bunk bed, a single bed with a red blanket, a small table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Family Ensuite Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A living room with a dark green sofa, a beige sofa, a small wooden table, and a dark rug on a wooden floor.

Queen Apartment

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bunk bed room with a laptop on the top bunk and a person lying on the bottom bunk.

Bunkhouse 4 Person

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with a bunk bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a stool, and a wall-mounted rack with towels.

Bunkhouse 4 Persons

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a laptop on the top bunk and a person lying on the bottom bunk.

Bunkhouse 6 Person

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a checkered rug.

Bunkhouse 8 Person

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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A modern hotel room with bunk beds, a view of the city, and a large window.

Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a checkered floor mat, and a window with curtains.

Bunkhouse 8 Persons

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with a bed, a window, and a mirror on the wall.

Bunkhouse Superior 4 Persons

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in North Melbourne, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Little Drifter North Melbourne is near a train station. Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bourke Street Mall and Collins Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium or Rod Laver Arena. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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78 Howard St, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051

What's nearby

  • A historic building with ornate architecture, including a prominent tower and decorative elements.
    University of Melbourne
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Queen Victoria Market with a green archway, outdoor seating, and people walking by.
    Queen Victoria Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with ornate architecture, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and trees.
    RMIT University
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A circular metal framework with a brick building at its base.
    Melbourne Central
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A busy urban street with tram, pedestrians, and historic buildings.
    Bourke Street Mall
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Essendon Station
    8 min drive
  • Flagstaff Station
    13 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Baguette Studios
    5 min walk
  • Passages
    6 min walk
  • Gai Wong
    4 min walk
  • Roasting Warehouse
    8 min walk
  • Code Black Coffee North Melbourne
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (AUD 25 per day)

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 5 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: AUD 10

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Guests will receive smart lock details
Guests are recommended to download the property's Duve mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25 per day
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 10
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 credit card, debit card, or 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Drifter North Melbourne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 25 per day.

What time is check-in at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 10.

Where is Little Drifter North Melbourne located?

Located in North Melbourne, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Queen Victoria Market, and University of Melbourne. Melbourne Central and Royal Melbourne Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Flagstaff Station is 13 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Little Drifter North Melbourne Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 34 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were very helpful. I mainly dealt with Owen and he was very helpful. I would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good location, great staff and close to shops and transport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, polite and helpful Staff, Shops nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable bed clean very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were really lovely and helpful, place was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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a nice hostel for a couple of nights. Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

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Clean room, lack of facilities, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good thing about this place was the location and it was a safe place to stay.
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was very clean, staff very friendly including tais and grace. They was brilliant and awesome. Bed was very comfortable, showers powerful.
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8/10 Good

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Great experience!

Nicest hostel I’ve stayed in! Very clean and well managed. Would stay here again. Only downside is that the bathroom doors make a lot of noise when you open them so that would wake me up in the middle of the night since the walls to the hallway are very thin.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

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Great design of the room, really high quality for the price. Comfy bed, only issue was it was pretty noisy but that’s what you get on a Friday night. A gap filler under the door would help massively. Great location and smooth check in and out - don’t even need to speak to anyone at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great queen bed sized accomodation , clean , good sized with all the amenities. Ensuite bathroom was sufficient although the room I stayed in required the handy man to fix the wc paper holder as it couldn't hold the roll eproperly and the vent grills in the bathroom require cleaning they are full of dirt / dust and grime and while these are up high out of eyesight, it reflects poorly on the overall aesthetic I'm sure management are trying to upheld !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

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Bed, room, lounge is comfy. Problem is they didnt have a fan for when the temperature is warm so there's a bit of struggle there. Also its a bit noisy when other rooms shut their door specially at night. Youll hear it all from bed. Otherwise its all not too bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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6/10 Okay

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The staff were super friendly and helpful. The premises and rooms were fairly clean and fresh. We got a great discount so the price was great for Melbourne with a family of 4. The atmosphere was friendly and full of excited back packers. The downside was the noise. We barely slept because there was a loud refrigeration type motor that kept switching on and off all night. And there was a man who was yelling somewhere nearby (it felt like underneath our window) all night at random intervals as well. Otherwise it would have been a good cheap accommodation option.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Conveniently Located to Royal Melbourne Hospital. Excellent staff, comfortable beds, quiet, a restful sleep was had by all! Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great for a backpackers
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a wonderful place to stay. We've already planned to book the same place next time too.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Value for money, excellent staff and management
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

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Close to where I needed to be. Economic for those on tight budget but not for people wanting to be make a coffe or tea in their room before facing the world. Redeeming aspects for me, were the helpful staff especially Willa, when my wifi drppped out and I needed an urgent uber to get tovwork.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cheap,simple, clean place to live
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A great place to stay convenient to city and surrounds - especially Queen Vic market I was pleasantly surprised with my accomodation escaping from the heat , i found myself delighted at the air conditioning , the large tv and the hotel style bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went out of their way to help me with a suitable non std accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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4/10 Poor

Tiny room, reminded me of a prison cell
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The toilet was dirty, money for value , poor small room no tea and coffee no fridge, toilet was dirty .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024