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YHA Melbourne Central

2.0 star property
Hostel near Collins Street in Melbourne

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Exterior
Dining
BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Double Premium Room with Ensuite

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, SEA LIFE Melbourne
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Flinders Lane
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Premium Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Double Room with Ensuite

Double Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Premium Room with Ensuite

Double Premium Room with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Male Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Male Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 8-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Melbourne

Heart of Melbourne.At this Melbourne Central Business District hostel, you'll be well placed to visit Collins Street and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, both within a 5-minute walk. Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Flinders Lane - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Collins Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crown Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Schmucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Hardware Société - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rare Steakhouse Downtown - ‬4 min walk

About this property

YHA Melbourne Central

Hostel near Collins Street in Melbourne
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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
YHA Melbourne Central offers 240 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch 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 washroom

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

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • 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 continental breakfast: 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each 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

How close is YHA Melbourne Central to the airport?

YHA Melbourne Central is 13 mi (21-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Melbourne Central on Apr 1, 2026 start from CA $72, excluding 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 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at YHA Melbourne Central.

How close is YHA Melbourne Central to the beach?

This hostel is 4.4 mi (18-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 5 mi (17-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does YHA Melbourne Central offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at YHA Melbourne Central, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 12 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at YHA Melbourne Central?

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

What time is check-in at YHA Melbourne Central?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at YHA Melbourne Central?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does YHA Melbourne Central have a pool?

YHA Melbourne Central does not have a pool.

Does YHA Melbourne Central have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is YHA Melbourne Central to downtown Melbourne?

YHA Melbourne Central is 0.5 mi away from Melbourne.

YHA Melbourne Central Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 291 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Minutes from southern cross train station,right next door to food shops, entertainment close, orher guests
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Veronique

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The staff were beautiful, there wasn't one person who wasn't friendly. We stayed in one of the private rooms and while small it worked for what we were doing. However, the bathroom always smelt and when I was doing a final check of the room, I checked under the bed for anything I might have missed and there was so much garbage under the bed that wasn't mine, it makes me concerned how much the room is properly cleaned in between people. Overall, it was a nice stay for the weekend if you're not the room for much more then sleep
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

HEEKYUNG

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mischa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ahmad

Bedtime system
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient due to its location and well maintained facilities. Spotlessly clean!!. Amazingly nice and helpful staff. Clean rooms although mine was very cold. Quiet and lots of spaces to chill and relax. Very close to major PT stops and stations. I’m a regular guest of this hostel and I like it there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Romane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kaidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! There is a train running behind the hostel so it can be pretty loud, otherwise a nice place in a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estefania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, and great price-service relation. The kitchen is outstanding and well provided, the bathrooms are always kept in great conditions. The rooms are reasonable in space, a little too hot on summer nights, and each bed has its own curtain and plug light for privacy and comfort. The staff is super friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhongqi, Auckland

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were easily the best thing about this location, I think facilities could use some mild updating.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dassa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe accommodation. Easy to make you way around the place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location in the heart of the CBD
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024