10 Best Accommodations in Melbourne
Melbourne accommodation in this guide ranges from communal hostels and practical CBD hotels to private rooms, cabins and an RV park. Compare the facilities, room styles and locations described for each stay to find a better fit for your trip.
Our method for this guide
This selection of accommodations in Melbourne weighs each business's reputation, which anyone can check online, against how much of its work is devoted to this service. Those that do exactly this, and have done it well for years, come first.
Featured positions are clearly marked and only offered to businesses that already earned their place in the guide.
Compare 10 Lodging Properties in Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne is a hostel near central Melbourne with a large equipped kitchen, lobby seating, television, a pool table and a rooftop with city views. It suits travellers wanting communal facilities and an easy base for exploring the city, with public transport nearby. The hostel is also described as quiet, clean and supported by welcoming staff who help guests settle in.
Notable strengths: Offers a large equipped kitchen and rooftop city views
Travellers wanting communal hostel facilities near the CBDGuests who like cooking, shared social spaces and rooftop viewsVisitors seeking nearby public transport and city access78 Howard St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, AustraliaMad Monkey Melbourne
Mad Monkey Melbourne is a West Melbourne hostel built around clean shared accommodation, welcoming staff and an active communal atmosphere. Common areas include a living room, TV room and organised kitchen, while evening activities, weekly events and group dinner nights help solo travellers meet other guests and settle into the city.
Notable strengths: Regular evening activities, weekly events and group dinners
Solo travellers seeking social accommodationGuests wanting communal activities and shared spacesLonger-stay travellers who value a homelike atmosphere475 Spencer St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, AustraliaBounce Melbourne
Bounce Melbourne is a hostel near Flinders Street offering casual dorms and private rooms, plus a bar, shared kitchen and co-working space. Its central position suits travellers using public transport, while the common areas and activities support social stays. The hostel is described as lively and welcoming without being a party hostel.
Notable strengths: The hostel combines dorms and private rooms with a shared kitchen and co-working space
Travellers wanting central hostel accommodationGuests seeking social common areas without a party-hostel atmosphere250 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaRichmond Private Rooms @ 151 Hoddle Homestay
Richmond Private Rooms @ 151 Hoddle Homestay offers basic, clean and budget-friendly accommodation in Richmond. It suits travellers, people staying for longer periods and those in transition who want to spend more on activities than lodging. Rooms include comfortable beds and work desks, while a shared kitchen and rear verandah provide useful communal space.
Notable strengths: Provides a large shared kitchen and rear verandah
Budget-conscious travellers and people needing transitional accommodation151-153 Hoddle St, Richmond VIC 3121, AustraliaYEHS Melbourne Hotel CBD
YEHS Melbourne Hotel CBD offers simple, colourful accommodation in Melbourne CBD, with some rooms including kitchens and an on-site cafe. Rooms are described as clean, comfortable and well maintained, with practical features such as storage, desk space, heating and cooling, tea and coffee facilities, ironing equipment and USB-A and USB-C charging. Its central location is convenient for Southern Cross Station, SkyBus, trams, shops, restaurants and central attractions.
Notable strengths: Some quarters include kitchens
Travellers wanting practical accommodation in Melbourne CBDGuests arriving via Southern Cross Station or SkyBusLonger stays needing room storage and everyday facilities600 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaRoamer St Kilda
Roamer St Kilda provides budget-friendly hostel accommodation for travellers seeking a blend of adventure and comfort. Its St Kilda setting is positioned for culture and connection, with a restaurant, communal kitchen, screening room and social areas. Quiet corners, working spaces and dog-friendly suites give travellers options for both community and privacy.
Notable strengths: Combines a restaurant, communal kitchen and screening room within the hostel
Travellers wanting budget-friendly accommodation with a welcoming community feelSolo travellers looking for social spaces while retaining private downtimeGuests travelling with dogs who need a dog-friendly suite24 Grey St, St Kilda VIC 3182, AustraliaSpace Hotel
Space Hotel is a Melbourne hostel offering shared dorms and private rooms, with a fitness room, communal kitchen and rooftop hot tub. It suits travellers who want flexible accommodation with social spaces and facilities for relaxing, exercising and meeting others.
Notable strengths: A rooftop hot tub alongside a fitness room and communal kitchen
Travellers choosing between dorm accommodation and a private room380 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australiaibis Melbourne Central
ibis Melbourne Central is a 3.5-star economy hotel in the Melbourne CBD, offering compact and superior rooms, free Wi-Fi, a café, restaurant, bar and conference facilities. Its location beside Hardware Lane places guests within a short stroll of shopping, dining and public transport, while express self-service check-in suits travellers wanting a quick arrival process.
Notable strengths: Express self-service check-in counters are available at reception
Travellers prioritising a central base for shopping, dining and eventsShort stays where compact, technology-equipped rooms are suitable399 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaDiscovery Parks
Discovery Parks is an RV park and accommodation option in Braybrook, close to Melbourne’s CBD and a supermarket. It offers roomy sites, modern cabins and larger apartments, with facilities including a pool, playground, barbecue area and game room. Cabins can include fully equipped kitchens and split-system air conditioning, making the park practical for families and self-catering stays.
Notable strengths: Cabins with fully equipped kitchens
Families seeking cabin accommodation near MelbourneTravellers wanting self-catering facilities and on-site activitiesLarger groups needing roomy accommodation129 Ashley St, Braybrook VIC 3019, AustraliaMiami Hotel Melbourne
Miami Hotel Melbourne is a low-key budget hotel in West Melbourne with humble rooms, free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen and dining area. It suits travellers seeking a practical stay near the CBD, with restaurants, cafés, bars, Queen Victoria Market and public transport within walking distance. Rooms are described as plain, clean and comfortable, with 24-hour reception available.
Notable strengths: Provides a communal kitchen and dining area
Travellers seeking budget accommodation close to central MelbourneGuests who value a shared kitchen and nearby public transport13 Hawke St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
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Accommodation types and facilities in this guide
- Hostel dorms and private roomsBounce Melbourne, Space Hotel and other hostels offer combinations of dorm accommodation, private rooms and communal areas.
- Shared kitchens and self-cateringLittle Drifter, Miami Hotel, Bounce Melbourne, Richmond Private Rooms and some YEHS rooms include kitchens or shared cooking facilities.
- Social common spacesHostels such as Mad Monkey, Roamer St Kilda and Space Hotel provide communal rooms, activities or spaces designed for meeting other travellers.
- CBD and transport accessYEHS Melbourne Hotel CBD, ibis Melbourne Central and Bounce Melbourne are described as convenient for central transport, attractions or city access.
- Family and group facilitiesDiscovery Parks - Melbourne offers cabins, apartments, sites, a pool, playground, barbecue area and game room for family or larger-group stays.
- Work, relaxation and special needsCo-working space, quiet areas, rooftop facilities, dog-friendly suites and practical workspaces are described across selected properties.
How to choose accommodation in Melbourne
- Pick the accommodation format firstDecide between a dorm, private room, hotel, homestay, cabin, apartment or RV-park site before comparing smaller details.
- Balance social time with privacyHostels offer communal facilities and activities, while some listings also provide private rooms, quiet corners or more self-contained options.
- Check cooking and everyday facilitiesA shared or equipped kitchen may matter for longer stays, families or travellers who prefer self-catering.
- Consider the area you needCBD options suit travellers prioritising central access, while Braybrook, Richmond, St Kilda and western Melbourne offer different settings.
- Review room-specific cautionsSome private rooms use shared bathrooms, compact rooms have open-plan bathroom areas, and railway-side rooms at Richmond may be noisy.
Frequent questions
Which Melbourne stays offer a kitchen?
Little Drifter, Bounce Melbourne, Mad Monkey, Richmond Private Rooms and Miami Hotel describe shared kitchens. Some YEHS rooms and Discovery Parks cabins include kitchens.
Which options are suited to solo travellers who want social spaces?
Mad Monkey Melbourne, Bounce Melbourne, Space Hotel and Roamer St Kilda describe communal areas or activities that support meeting other travellers.
Are there accommodation options for families or larger groups?
Discovery Parks - Melbourne offers roomy sites, cabins and larger apartments, along with a pool, playground, barbecue area and game room.
Which listings are close to central Melbourne access?
YEHS Melbourne Hotel CBD, Bounce Melbourne, ibis Melbourne Central, Miami Hotel and Little Drifter are described as offering access to central Melbourne, public transport or nearby city attractions.
