Top 10 Melbourne Hostels 2009
Itchy Feet Team | May 27, 2009 | Comments 1
The following are the top 10 Hostels rated by backpackers who have stayed in them. Just keep in mind that any type of rating system is subjective and really only provides an indication. Also, if a hostel is rated highly by many it may not mean that it is everyone’s cup of tea. Look further into the blurb and check to see if the facilities and location meet your requirements.
We have a full list of Melbourne hostels so you can make a more educated decision when booking your accommodation. Let us know if you find a great hostel by leaving a comment, and by extension everyone else will know.
1. Freeman Lodge
Review
Katrina (from Australia), May 2009:
Not surprising that there are so many glowing reviews for Freeman Lodge. I spent 5 nights and it now has a special place in my heart. Managers Bob and Christine clearly work very hard to maintain a scrupulously tidy, clean and well managed hostel. Their kindness and generosity of spirit are a rarity today. Keith the resident feline is a lovely addition to the very comfortable and homely communal areas. The little extra luxuries such as hair dryer are a bonus. Location is fantastic.
Description:
The Freeman Lodge is a small clean and friendly hostel-guesthouse for travellers… More Info… »
2. The Nunnery
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lutkie8187 (from USA), May 2009:
Great building, great location. The internet is outrageously expensive.
Description:
Perfect for spoiling yourself but at a budget price, The Nunnery’s wide range of accommodation styles are spread over two buildi.. More Info… »
3. Miami Hotel Melbourne
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Excellent service, quiet location but still handy to everything.Will definitely recommend to everyone, especiallyas the price was so reasonable.
Description:
The Miami Hotel Melbourne is located just minutes from Melbourne’s city centre in cosmopolitan West Melbourne.. More Info… »
4. Cooee on St Kilda
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The Miami Hotel is very clean. The furniture in the rooms seems very nice, the room size is big and you have a seperate little room just for luggage storage. You find a telephone, fridge and tea and coffee in your room! You also get a free drop-off and pick-up for the skybus. We would recommend everyone to stay there because it is a good value for money. Unfortunately the Internet is not free, they charge you a lot!
Robert, Germany | Couple 18-24 | 15th May 2009
Description:
Cooee is ‘the Travellers Call’ for fun! Brand spanking new, contemporary, clean, friendly and secure accommodation in the heart .. More Info… »
5. Claremont Guesthouse
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hughes_kara2297 (from Australia), May 2009:
I have been working in the industry for a few years and have stayed at 5 star hotels and now i’m wondering why. If you want to save money and have a great time this is for you. The staff were more than helpful and looked after us extremly well. Wish i’d found it earlier!!
Description:
Our refurbished historic 1886 Victorian building provides a unique accommodation experience… More Info… »
6. City Centre budget Hotel
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Perfect location, right near the hussel and bussel of the city but hotel’s noise level was still kept to a minimum. Rooms and bathrooms were clean, room included fridge and tv. Very large and comfortable bed. Would stay here again as it was also a bargin price however parking spaces are not owned by the hotel so we had to pay $20 to park from 6pm – 7am on a friday night.
Brooke, Australia
Description:
City Centre Budget Hotel, great location in the centre of Melbourne,specializingsin DOUBLE/TWIN/SINGLE ROOMS. More Info… »
7. Melbourne Metro YHA
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Maria (from Ireland), May 2009:
Well run hostel with good facilities, nice lounge area downstairs and TV and waiting area in the laundry room! Very helpful staff. Note, however, If you want to stay right in the heart of things, location wise, this hostel is in a quiet suburb and is either a long walk or a tram ride into the city centre.
Description:
Winner – 2007 & 2008 Victorian Tourism Award for ‘Best Backpacker Accomodation!’ Melbourne Metro YHA offers excellent facilitie.. More Info… »
8. Base St Kilda
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Base St. Kilda is a great sociable hostel. The staff are super friendly and go out of their way to ensure you have a happy and pleasant stay. There are different activities organised at the bar each night, free bbq on Wednesdays is a godsend and home cooked curry night for only $6 on Thursday is a great idea too. The location is secure and modern, close to all ammenities and only a short and inexpensive tram ride to the centre. The dorms are ultra quiet; stay here with confidence.
Description:
Situated just two blocks from the beach, this hostel has places to chill, places to have fun and more… More Info… »
9. Urban Central
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Awesome location, awesome security, awesome cleanliness, awesome fun!!
angelyn851721, Malaysia, May 09
Description:
The number 1 hostel in Melbourne for 2006 as voted by Hostelworld customers. Central to the city, beach and St Kilda ‘Urban’ is .. More Info… »
10. Exford Hotel
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tashkat2591 (from Australia), May 2009:
Awesome hostel, couldn’t find a better location if you tried and the staff are amazing. Had a blast and look forward to going back soon.
Description:
The Exford Hotel is a heritage style building, built in 1854. Located in China town in the heart of the city We offer dormitory .. More Info… »
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Filed Under: Hostel Accommodation • Melbourne • Victoria
Cooee on St Kilda has been renamed Habitat HQ. In January 2010 Habitat HQ was rated number 5 in Australia by Hostelworld clients, and is one of the top hostels in Melbourne.