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Little Drifter North Melbourne

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Set in Melbourne, 1.5 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre, Little Drifter North Melbourne offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Z
Zane
From
Latvia
Good location, modern facilities. Space for locking away your things in rooms. Not hot in room at summer night 👍. Bed frame around bed, so you can hang stuff around and have a bit of privacy. Lots of showers and toilets, you'll never ever have to wait for one. Frequent communication with guests about activities - didn't use this opportunity, but several get-together things were organized every day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,506 reviews
Price from
US$86.62
1 night, 2 adults

Flinders Backpackers

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Flinders Backpackers is conveniently set in the centre of Melbourne, and provides a bar and free WiFi.

d
damian
From
Ireland
Cleanest, best organised and friendliest hostel with committed staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,983 reviews
Price from
US$50.29
1 night, 2 adults

Little Drifter Melbourne

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Surrounded by shops and eateries, this hostel is right in the middle of Elizabeth street and Queen Victoria Market where great bars, shops are restaurants within 1 minute walking distance.

K
Kseniia
From
Russia
The location is great! You can reach most of places by foot. Also there's Aldi the supermarket is near. The hostel has many activities and tours.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,183 reviews
Price from
US$90.52
1 night, 2 adults

Space Hotel

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Space Hotel features a rooftop terrace, fully equipped fitness centre and a private cinema room. Some rooms have a private bathroom, and flat-screen TV.

H
Hsiao
From
Taiwan
Cleanness of room and bathroom, clean towel and laundry. Nice Kitchen environment and the roof space is amazing, good view and relax for chatting
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,410 reviews
Price from
US$97.04
1 night, 2 adults

Mad Monkey Melbourne

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Head up to our awesome rooftop for city views and chill vibes, or gather in our spacious TV room and fully equipped kitchen – all creating the perfect social hub.

P
Peter James C
From
Philippines
Comfy bed in the private room. Great hot showers. Well stocked kitchen for cooking equipment
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
US$74.89
1 night, 2 adults

Europa Melbourne

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Situated in the heart of Melbourne and offering a free continental breakfast. Europa Melbourne is just 500 meters from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central.

L
Linné
From
Sweden
Hostel was great! Super cozy with friendly people. The bed was fine, with handy curtains, not too fancy but great value. Definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,525 reviews
Price from
US$74.56
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Melbourne Central

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Boasting a rooftop terrace with BBQ facilities and amazing views of the CBD, Melbourne Central Hostel is situated within the Free Tram Zone.

N
Nicole
From
Ireland
Hosier was an absolute legend made me feel very welcome and provided excellent customer service very kind and professional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,843 reviews
Price from
US$65.78
1 night, 2 adults

Melbourne City Backpackers

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Southern Cross Station and Melbourne Sky Bus in Melbourne CBD, this hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free breakfast.

A
Anituddha
From
India
Very close to central Melbourne, within walking distance from Southern Cross station and Skybus terminus. Rooms clean and comfortable, shared toilet cleaned twice daily. Bread, butter, jam, milk, cornflakes, coffee and tea available for free breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,497 reviews
Price from
US$69.63
1 night, 2 adults

Queen Victoria Hostel

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Set in Melbourne and with Melbourne City Conference Centre reachable within 1.2 km, Queen Victoria Hostel offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

L
Laura
From
Australia
I was upgraded unexpectedly and the hosts were kind and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
Price from
US$81.41
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Derby Hotel

Melbourne (Near Essendon)

Royal Derby Hotel in Melbourne provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

k
khalid
From
Saudi Arabia
Excelent location in the city of melbourne on the tram line 11 and not too far from tram line 86. Everything is clean, heating good (given the cold weather), perfect for an economical stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews
Price from
US$86.71
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Essendon

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Save money on hostels in Essendon and nearby – budget options available

  • lilihostel

    Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

    Lilihostel is situated in Melbourne, within 8.4 km of Melbourne Central Station and 8.4 km of Southern Cross Station.

    From US$64.47 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews

    Set in Melbourne and with Melbourne City Conference Centre reachable within 1.2 km, Queen Victoria Hostel offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$81.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews

    Head up to our awesome rooftop for city views and chill vibes, or gather in our spacious TV room and fully equipped kitchen – all creating the perfect social hub.

    From US$74.89 per night
  • Elizabeth Hostel

    Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 1,011 reviews

    Located in Melbourne CBD, Elizabeth Hostel is surrounded by a range of restaurants, cafes and bars.

    From US$61.87 per night
  • Royal Derby Hotel

    Fitzroy, Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

    Royal Derby Hotel in Melbourne provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$88.19 per night
  • Space Hotel

    Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,410 reviews

    Space Hotel features a rooftop terrace, fully equipped fitness centre and a private cinema room. Some rooms have a private bathroom, and flat-screen TV.

    From US$90.52 per night
  • Europa Melbourne

    Melbourne
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,525 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Melbourne and offering a free continental breakfast. Europa Melbourne is just 500 meters from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central.

    From US$75.26 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 803 reviews

    Set in Melbourne, The Nunnery Accommodation features a shared lounge, terrace, BBQ facilities, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$107.46 per night

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  • Landing Pads Brunswick

    Melbourne
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Landing Pads Brunswick in Melbourne provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Located in Melbourne and within 4.2 km of Melbourne Museum, 105 Twin Share BR with Fast WiFi - Brunswick East features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Carlton district of Melbourne, Ozi House Group is situated 1.1 km from Melbourne Museum, 1.8 km from Melbourne Central Station and 1.7 km from State Library of Victoria.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, CarricHouse is situated in Melbourne, 1.5 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Melbourne, 360K - Central Comfy Great Value - City offers free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • CarricHostel

    Melbourne
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, CarricHostel is located in Melbourne, less than 1 km from Melbourne City Conference Centre.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Melbourne and with Melbourne Central Station reachable within 700 metres, Ozi House Drummond provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews

    The Mansion Melbourne is attractively set in the centre of Melbourne, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.