Melbourne city backpackers

Adults-only hostel in Melbourne

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October 2025

November 2025

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.

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Laundry
Free WiFi
Business services

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Tomorrow

Oct 22 - Oct 23

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Mixed Dormitory - 4 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Female Dormitory - 4 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Female Dormitory - 6 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dormitory - 6 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Mixed Dormitory - 16 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

12 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Microwave

Toaster

Shared/communal kitchen

Rice cooker

Stovetop

Cookware/dishes/utensils

18 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Melbourne city backpackers is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Collins Street and Melbourne Central are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St Kilda Beach and Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium or Rod Laver Arena.

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197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

What's nearby

Marvel Stadium - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Collins Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Melbourne Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Queen Victoria Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Crown Casino - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

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
‪Brightside Coffee & Bagels - ‬2 min walk
‪Nando's Bourke Place - ‬1 min walk
‪Brown Alley - ‬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 such as:

A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a computer station and a front desk safe
A vending machine, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Concierge services and luggage storage

Room features

All guest rooms at Melbourne city backpackers offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as

More amenities include:

Shared bathrooms with showers
Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

Similar properties

Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Bar
Laundry

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available
24-hour return 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 lift

1 building
4 floors
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shared bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

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

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.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: AUD 35 per person (return)

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 any lifts

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 does it cost to stay at Melbourne city backpackers?

As of 21 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Melbourne city backpackers on 22 Oct 2025 start from AU$143.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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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