YHA Melbourne Central

2.0 star property
Hostel with a bar, a short walk to Collins Street

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Dining
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom
Rooftop terrace
Reception
Hair dryer

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Explore the area

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562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marvel Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Double Premium Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Premium Room with Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 4-Bed Male Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 8-Bed Male Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 8-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Melbourne

YHA Melbourne Central places you in the centre of Melbourne, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Collins Street and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hostel include SEA LIFE Melbourne and Crown Casino.

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Collins Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Melbourne Central - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 7 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 17 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪State of Grace - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Hardware Société - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grain Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Bisou - ‬1 min walk

About this property

YHA Melbourne Central

Hostel with a bar, a short walk to Collins Street
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at YHA Melbourne Central.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 240 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
YHA Melbourne Central offers 240 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (92 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 5 floors
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Communal living room
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Recycling

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 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 12 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Melbourne Central YHA Hostel
Melbourne Central YHA
Melbourne Central YHA Hostel
YHA Melbourne Central Melbourne
YHA Melbourne Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Melbourne Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to YHA Melbourne Central?

The closest beach to YHA Melbourne Central is St Kilda Beach (5.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Melbourne Central?

As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Melbourne Central on 27 Oct 2025 start from NZ$106.33, 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.

Does YHA Melbourne Central serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, YHA Melbourne Central does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA Melbourne Central?

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

Are pets allowed at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, only service animals are allowed.