Search Hostels in Melbourne

By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the art galleries and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: Bounce Melbourne - Located within a 5-minute walk of Collins Street. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Space Hotel - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne Central. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets. Europa Melbourne - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Flagstaff Station and Melbourne Central Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Elizabeth Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. YHA Melbourne Central - Located within a 5-minute walk of Collins Street and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.

If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Melbourne, one of Expedia's 18 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Melbourne is 716 mm.

Generally, Melbourne is known for its architecture, art and museums. Major attractions include Melbourne Central, Crown Casino and Queen Victoria Market. Get out into nature with places such as Flagstaff Gardens, Alexandra Gardens and Treasury Gardens. Cultural attractions include Immigration Museum, Athenaeum and Regent Theatre.

Keep this information about transit options in Melbourne in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), located 7 mi (11.2 km) away. An alternative is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Flagstaff Station, Melbourne Central Station and Parliament Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross Station or Essendon Station.