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Melbourne city backpackers

1-star property
197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC 0508 053 286
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2.6 out of 5
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"Close to bus stops where I needed to get to, friendly service, breakfast provided is a big bonus. " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 11 Apr 2023

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Hotel Description

Melbourne city backpackers puts you in the heart of Melbourne, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Collins Street and SEA LIFE Melbourne. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast.

This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a computer station. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle.

Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hostel include Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central.

Double Room - Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$118* Per night/room 6 May - 7 May

Mixed Dormitory - 4 Beds

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Triple Room - Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Female Dormitory - 4 Beds

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Female Dormitory - 6 Beds

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Melbourne city backpackers ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
2.6 out of 5 2.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 2.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 2.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 2.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Melbourne city backpackers

Everyone (15) Couples (1) Students (2)
4 out of 5
Feeling at home :)

Posted by on 5 Apr. 2024

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1 out of 5
Staff are nasty and abusive

Posted by on 12 Mar. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

12 Mar. 2024 by Manager

You were evicted for soiling our mattress, excessive drinking and general unhinged behaviour and are not welcome back at our property.

5 out of 5
Close to bus stops where I needed to get to, friendly service, breakfast provided is a big bonus.

Posted by on 11 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
Great location but had to walk up 4 flights of stairs. Also excellent security

Posted by on 30 Mar. 2023

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5 out of 5
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. It makes our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Melbourne

Posted by on 9 Dec. 2022

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3 out of 5
Affordable

Posted by on 27 Feb. 2022

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1 out of 5
It wasn’t that good in terms of bad location, seedy area and I felt somewhat uncomfortable.

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2020

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1 out of 5
When my 18 year old daughter when to the room there was no bed for her &it was full with boys.so she ended up staying in the lounge area till 4am in the morning

Posted by on 18 Nov. 2019

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4 out of 5
Great location and affordable but just a bit dated and in need of some maintenance and better cleaning.

Posted by on 23 Oct. 2019

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1 out of 5

Only stay here if you're desperate

I walk into the room after an early morning flight and hoped to get some rest but the the beds were not made and the mattress was dirty. The room smelt like excrement and made me very sick etc etc

Posted by , from C on 24 Dec. 2016

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About the Melbourne city backpackers

Location 197-199 King Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Property Features

Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at Melbourne city backpackers. This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Southern Cross Station (0.4 km / 0.2 mi)
  • Metro station: Flagstaff Station (0.6 km / 0.4 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle

Room Amenities

Melbourne city backpackers offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. This Melbourne hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

  • Bathrooms are shared
  • Communal kitchen access
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Cash Deposit Required
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Caters to adults only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 11:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 10 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 35 per person (roundtrip)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.