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Barkly Backpackers - Hostel

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Hostel near Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne

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Beach nearby
Business centre
Dining
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Game room

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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102 Barkly Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182
  • Place, Luna Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, St Kilda Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, St Kilda Road
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

St Kilda stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this St Kilda hostel, you'll find St Kilda Road and St Kilda Beach. Acland Street and Luna Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Acland Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luna Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palais Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St Kilda Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St Kilda Road - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station - 14 min drive
  • Balaclava Station - 17 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Northern Soul Chip Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monarch Cakes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dogs Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vineyard - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Barkly Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel near Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Barkly Backpackers - Hostel also features a library and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
Barkly Backpackers - Hostel offers 5 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (AUD 2 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 wired internet in public areas: AUD 2.00 per hour (rates may vary)

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
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Barkly Backpackers - Hostel to the airport?

Barkly Backpackers - Hostel is 14.9 mi (28-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Barkly Backpackers - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Barkly Backpackers - Hostel.

How close is Barkly Backpackers - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 12-minute walk from St Kilda Beach and 1.4 mi (6-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Barkly Backpackers - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Barkly Backpackers - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Barkly Backpackers - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Crown Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Barkly Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Barkly Backpackers - Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Barkly Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Barkly Backpackers - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Barkly Backpackers - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Barkly Backpackers - Hostel to downtown Melbourne?

Barkly Backpackers - Hostel is 3.6 mi away from Melbourne.

Barkly Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 21 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Craig, MENTONE

Build with the history & vision of the original St Kilda culture. Although Barkley St overall may be in need of a renovation. Conveniently close to McDonalds & when it was time to go a tram only metres away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stop over for a night or 2. Breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top few rungs of the bunk bed were broken off so getting into bed required some acrobatics. Very rarely were the staff at the desk so ended up calling to phone to see if they’d appear which is when they’d promptly get of the couch they where chilling on to actually help me. There are also no rules in place such as no talking/lights off after a certain time, people would be chatting loudly in the dorms and turning lights on past 11
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Surfer

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was dirty .the guy was friendly but the passion was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
The staff at the hostel were really polite and very helpful. The issue is that there were too many people living in the hostel long term that keep the room a mess, there are storage lockers that short term guests can't use as the long term people use them as wardrobes, and the long term girls in my room went out of their way to make me feel uncomfortable, complaining to each other whenever I entered the room that short term guests shouldn't be allowed to stay in the hostel and that I should be made to leave. It was more like a cheap shared house for them rather than a social hostel for anyone to stay at, so if you're staying long term then this would be great but if not then don't bother.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Louise, Melbourne

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

Friendly and homely place to stay

Small and friendly place to stay. Owner was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Tara, Australia

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

Not what expected

Location was great however rooms were nothing like pictured. The other guests were loud way into early morning. Beds were very unstable and made lots of noise ate slightest movement. Many of the other guests in the dormitory left the door open/unlocked and I feared that some of my items could be stolen with the carelessness. It was an okay place since I only was there to sleep but I would not reccomend to any of my friends.

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service

When in Rome....

Good backpacker accomodation- extra friendly reception

8/10 Good

Ray, Albury

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

St Kilda Rd Tram stop 34 then walk to Barkley st

Friendly helpful staff. The kitchen area had the cooking facilities required for a sumptuous meal. And good storage for food. Good roomy atmosphere at the hostel.

8/10 Good

Sue, Adelaide, South Australia

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

Barkly gem

When I stayed at Barkly Backpackers Hostel, I found it to be busy but quiet area, beds were in good condition, however, the pillowcases need to be changed with each new guest. The bathroom and shower looked clean, but no spare toilet paper. The dorm was well aired, and the kitchen was kept clean by the worker on reception shift. A helpful, friendly bunch, helped make my stay there enjoyable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Shoooo

Good place but a lot of long term guests. Free wifi and nice staff.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great atmosphere, very relaxed. Female dorm room has a private bathroom with shower. Nice beaches, restaurants, bars, cafés and shops within walking distance. Wifi only in common area.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Alice, Toulon

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Personnel accueillant et gentil.

La cuisine est ouverte en permanence, ce qui est un excellent point en leur faveur. Malheureusement on ne force personne à faire la vaisselle, aussi faut-il souvent attendre que les employés viennent tout nettoyer. . les rangements pour les courses sont insuffisants, il faut patager lrs bacs avec quelqu'un sur place. Néanmoins l'ambiance y est très agréable, avec de la bonne musique pour tout le monde le soir. Seul hic : si le linge de lit est propre, les chambres ne le sont pas. De plus, les douches sont trop peu régulièrement nettoyées avec peu de tapis de sol pour vraiment espérer avoir les pieds propres avant de se coucher ... les éponger sur la moquette de la chambre pour ne pas en mettre dans son lit, cest un peu moyen. Le tenancier est néanmoins fort agréable, et le personnel toujours souriant. Les livres et renseignements touristiques à l'entrée sont de qualité par rapport aux autres auberges, et j'ai pu découvrir quantité de choses agréables grâce à leur sélection pointue. J'y repasserai... mais en transit :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

2/10 Terrible

Ann

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Pei-Yuan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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