562 Flinders Street, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
#132 of 204 hotels in Melbourne
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1946 hostel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Location
9.1
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 May 2024
宜豫
TaiwanI suggest adding a charging socket next to the bedside.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Llyle
AustraliaThe elevator stopped working for a brief period but was repaired the same day.
Location Staff friendly and welcoming
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Bin
Chinathe noise from railway can be heard but still okay to fall into sleep, roommates were sleeping for whole day in the room and closed the curtain all the time... so that I cannot see the view
Great locaion, walking distacnce from Southern Cross Station, and close to CBD area, the price is cheap than most of backpackers, and the room is clean than i thought
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Elly
Australia24hr reception/ late check in
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Alja
SloveniaWe couldn’t seal our window properly so it got a bit cold during the night. There is no social events going on, everybody just sticks to themselves.
The location is good - very close to Southern Cross station. The facilities are clean, the bathrooms are spacious, the showers are good because they have a lot of hangers, toilets are clean. The bed was comfy, the stuff is very nice, I also liked the open kitchen vibe.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Junaz
CanadaN/A
Nice location and accessible from the main station.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Adrian
AustraliaThe card will loss function once it reaches 10am, very on time. The tables for guest to sit infront of canteen would preferable to wipe and clean morning and evening each. It’s pretty sticky.
Lovely staffs and great and tidy environment, excellent location and conveniences for everything. 😊
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Colette
TaiwanTBH, there is nothing to complain.
The kitchen is packed with food .
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Colanah
New ZealandThe beds were quite uncomfortable and could feel the indentations of many bodies having slept on that mattress. It was extremely noisy from the outside surrounding area.
Ease of location, the kitchen and fridges were excellent to use.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Giorgia
ItalyNo chargers next to the beds
Overall a very good hostel.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Yau
MalaysiaSafe, clean and conveniently located
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Shanmugam
IndiaNo designated places for smoking
Location fine
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Algis
AustraliaVery small room. Shared bathroom at the end of the corridor.
Receptionist was very friendly. Great central location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
D
United Kingdomunderbed lockers not easy to use no individual plug by bunk bed
very comfy quilts, shower gel/shampoo in bathroom, rooftop, friendly staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Woon
AustraliaNoise level, thin walls. Mattress was alright.
Staff was super helpful (didn't get his name). Beds were made (many other places expect you to make your own!). The donna was super comfortable too!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Kathryn
AustraliaThe room was a little small and cramped and I think the facilities need updating
The hostel is comfortable and in an excellent location. The bed was cosy and warm. Staff were professional and welcoming.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Marie
BelgiumSometimes loud at night on the street.
Very good location, nearby the skybus drop off point and in the middle off town. Very friendly and helpfull staff. Clean rooms and bathrooms.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Martina
SpainThe location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Helen
AustraliaI was happy with the facilities and the cleanliness. It was well organised. Staff were friendly and it is always good to meet fellow travelers
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Arno
United KingdomHaving said it was very clean, I did find a bunch of used tissues on the floor at the wall end of the bunk beds. You can only find them looking over the pillow, they weren't visible from the front or ends of the bed due to the big drawers under the bed.
Staff were super friendly and the place was kept very clean. The continental breakfast had great variety and all fresh.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Eternity
AustraliaNoisy, on Flinders St, windows open to let fresh air in.
Location Storage
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Hike123
PolandHaving stayed in a variety of YHAs, I was disappointed by this one. There was no AC, no bed light or plug or shelf to keep things from falling ro the lower bunk-, only under the bed lockers that were too narrow to hold a duffle bag. The only outlets were in the far corner of the room The age of the building shows. There were no hostel activities offered while I was there. The neighborhood felt a little sketchy after dark.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. There is a large lounge/dining area with lots of seating choices. The departure points for tours were within a few minutes walk. The room was quiet at night. There are a couple of convenience shops nearby and a variety of restaurants. Given Melbourne prices for hotels, I would stay here again.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Elisabeth
New ZealandThe bathroom was a mess, however I arrived late at night so it was probably due to be cleaned.
Friendly atmosphere, the kitchen facilities were good, the bed was comfortable, the staff were helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Anneke
New ZealandPlace was close to everything! Easy to take the bus to the airport, or to walk to city centre
Stayed in January 2024
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