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Little Drifter North Melbourne

Property class: 2

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A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, outdoor seating, and a table with a bottle of wine.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window.
A person sitting on a sofa with a notebook and pen, a small table with a keyboard, and a window with curtains.
A person lying on a bed with pillows, reading a book.
A reception area with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a wall sign reading "LITTLE DRIFTER."

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct

Explore the area

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78 Howard St, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051
  • Place, University of Melbourne
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Ensuite Room

A person lying on a bed with pillows, reading a book.

Queen Ensuite Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Ensuite Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Ensuite Room

A room with a bunk bed, a single bed with a red blanket, a small table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Family Ensuite Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Queen Apartment

A living room with a dark green sofa, a beige sofa, a small wooden table, and a dark rug on a wooden floor.

Queen Apartment

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Bunkhouse 4 Person

A bunk bed room with a laptop on the top bunk and a person lying on the bottom bunk.

Bunkhouse 4 Person

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bunkhouse 4 Persons

A room with a bunk bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a stool, and a wall-mounted rack with towels.

Bunkhouse 4 Persons

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bunkhouse 6 Person

A bunk bed room with a laptop on the top bunk and a person lying on the bottom bunk.

Bunkhouse 6 Person

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a checkered rug.

Bunkhouse 8 Person

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person

A modern hotel room with bunk beds, a view of the city, and a large window.

Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bunkhouse 8 Persons

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a checkered floor mat, and a window with curtains.

Bunkhouse 8 Persons

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Bunkhouse Superior 4 Persons

A room with a bed, a window, and a mirror on the wall.

Bunkhouse Superior 4 Persons

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

At Little Drifter North Melbourne you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Queen Victoria Market and University of Melbourne. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the gym along with access to aerobics classes and yoga classes. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this North Melbourne hostel include Melbourne Central and Royal Melbourne Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • RMIT University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 8 min drive
  • Flagstaff Station - 13 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baguette Studios - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Passages - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gai Wong - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roasting Warehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Code Black Coffee North Melbourne - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter North Melbourne

As a guest of Little Drifter North Melbourne, you'll find a health club, a library, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Little Drifter North Melbourne also features laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Little Drifter North Melbourne was completed in October 2023.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Little Drifter North Melbourne offers 83 accommodations with portable fans. This Melbourne hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (AUD 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 5 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: AUD 10

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Guests will receive smart lock details
Guests are recommended to download the property's Duve mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 25 per day
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 10
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Village North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Little Drifter North Melbourne offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter North Melbourne on 22 Oct 2026 start from NZ$156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Yep, Little Drifter North Melbourne has a covered self car park for AUD 25 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Little Drifter North Melbourne?

The closest beach to Little Drifter North Melbourne is St Kilda Beach (7.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

No, Little Drifter North Melbourne does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

No, pets are not allowed.

Little Drifter North Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 34 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, great staff and close to shops and transport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, polite and helpful Staff, Shops nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a backpackers
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful place to stay. We've already planned to book the same place next time too.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed clean very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really lovely and helpful, place was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, excellent staff and management
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a nice hostel for a couple of nights. Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Clean room, lack of facilities, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good thing about this place was the location and it was a safe place to stay.
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to where I needed to be. Economic for those on tight budget but not for people wanting to be make a coffe or tea in their room before facing the world. Redeeming aspects for me, were the helpful staff especially Willa, when my wifi drppped out and I needed an urgent uber to get tovwork.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap,simple, clean place to live
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay convenient to city and surrounds - especially Queen Vic market I was pleasantly surprised with my accomodation escaping from the heat , i found myself delighted at the air conditioning , the large tv and the hotel style bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, staff very friendly including tais and grace. They was brilliant and awesome. Bed was very comfortable, showers powerful.
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience!

Nicest hostel I’ve stayed in! Very clean and well managed. Would stay here again. Only downside is that the bathroom doors make a lot of noise when you open them so that would wake me up in the middle of the night since the walls to the hallway are very thin.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went out of their way to help me with a suitable non std accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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4/10 Poor

Tiny room, reminded me of a prison cell
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great design of the room, really high quality for the price. Comfy bed, only issue was it was pretty noisy but that’s what you get on a Friday night. A gap filler under the door would help massively. Great location and smooth check in and out - don’t even need to speak to anyone at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great queen bed sized accomodation , clean , good sized with all the amenities. Ensuite bathroom was sufficient although the room I stayed in required the handy man to fix the wc paper holder as it couldn't hold the roll eproperly and the vent grills in the bathroom require cleaning they are full of dirt / dust and grime and while these are up high out of eyesight, it reflects poorly on the overall aesthetic I'm sure management are trying to upheld !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The toilet was dirty, money for value , poor small room no tea and coffee no fridge, toilet was dirty .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed, room, lounge is comfy. Problem is they didnt have a fan for when the temperature is warm so there's a bit of struggle there. Also its a bit noisy when other rooms shut their door specially at night. Youll hear it all from bed. Otherwise its all not too bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and helpful. The premises and rooms were fairly clean and fresh. We got a great discount so the price was great for Melbourne with a family of 4. The atmosphere was friendly and full of excited back packers. The downside was the noise. We barely slept because there was a loud refrigeration type motor that kept switching on and off all night. And there was a man who was yelling somewhere nearby (it felt like underneath our window) all night at random intervals as well. Otherwise it would have been a good cheap accommodation option.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

很不錯

還不錯 cp值滿高的，工作人員態度又好，推
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026