Melbourne City Backpackers
Melbourne City Backpackers
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About this property
Just 5 minutes’ walk from Southern Cross Station and Melbourne Sky Bus in Melbourne CBD, this hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free breakfast. There is free luggage storage and free WiFi throughout. Melbourne City Backpackers (formerly King St Backpackers) is a 5-minute walk from Southern Cross Station and a 10-minute walk from Etihad Stadium. Melbourne Aquarium is just 700 metres away. Guests have access to free internet stations in the lobby. Laundry facilities with washing machine and dryer are available. All rooms have access to shared shower and toilet facilities. Private rooms and female-only dormitory rooms are available. Breakfast is free for guests every morning 8am-11am. Reception hours 8am-11pm. We are an international backpackers hostel and require an international passport for check in at all times.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Leonora
Indonesia“I stayed here for two nights and really enjoyed the experience. The hostel felt very cozy and home-like. I could cook my own meals in the shared kitchen and also use the laundry facilities, which was very convenient. I met travelers from all over...” 
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Australia“This is my first time living in a backpacker in Melbourne and It was amazing. People here are so kind and friendly, they all have a good vibe and it creates a nice and healthy community :)”- Nalini Australia“Staff helpfulness and smiley Bed was comfortable and clean Kitchen and breakfast Activities”
- Francisco
Brazil“The location is excellent — very close to the airport express bus stop, tourist attractions, public transportation, and supermarkets. The hostel’s common area is conveniently located next to the shared kitchen and creates a pleasant social...” - Siriporn
Thailand“It’s so closed to the SkyCity bus station and not a far walk to everything in the city. Staff are excellent!! Activities are great. A lot of young adults, good vibes and not too messy nor noisy despite many people” 
Bibbilibbi
South Africa“Well organized backpacker. Clean kitchen. Even provide fresh milk for coffee/tea. Ample cupbosrd storage in room ( private double room) 4 min walk away from station to take bus to airport. Lots of eateries in vicinity.”- Pascaline
France“It was super clean, quiet and the staff is absolutely adorable. Thank you for everything ! I’ll be back for sure next time I’m in Melbourne” - Edith
Argentina“I stayed in a comfortable 4 bed female room. There are free activities during the evenings at the hostel and space to save your luggage when you arrive early.” - Pearly
Malaysia“Rooms are clean even washrooms and toilets very clean Near to shops and southern cross station. Can walk to swanston st” - 蕎安
Taiwan“Very convenient, close to station, staffs are very friendly, and free breakfast!”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note you are unable to book out entire dorm rooms or make large group bookings without consultation with Melbourne City Backpackers first.
Melbourne City Backpackers is unable to guarantee that all members of group bookings can be accommodated in the same room.
Requests for a top or bottom bunk can not be guaranteed.
Please note that the property is unable to accommodate guests under the age of 18 years of age.
All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
