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YHA Melbourne Central

2.0 star property

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A historic building with the name "Markillies Hotel" on the facade, featuring classic architectural elements and a large tree in front.
A group of people preparing food outdoors with a cityscape in the background.
A reception desk with a television displaying a message about creating a more open and accommodating world.
A cozy cafe with wooden benches and tables, a large mural on the wall, and a brick wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall clock, and a window.

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, Crown Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Premium Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), 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
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), 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
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), 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
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a rolled towel, a bedside table, a wall-mounted light, and a window with a view.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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

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WiFi (free), 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
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a framed picture on the wall, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Double Room with Ensuite

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

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a remote control on a small table beside it, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a painting above the bed.

Double Premium Room with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

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
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, YHA Melbourne Central is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Collins Street and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. This 240-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Flinders Lane - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Collins Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Crown Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles

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 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Waterside Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪State of Grace - ‬3 min walk

About this property

YHA Melbourne Central

YHA Melbourne Central features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with access to locker space, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Refrigerators and microwaves are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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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

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.
  • 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

More

  • 5 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy
  • 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

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 17 and younger (only guests older than 17 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12 per person

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

What's there to see near YHA Melbourne Central?

This hostel is situated in Melbourne Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of Collins Street and Crown Casino. You'll also find Marvel Stadium and Bourke Street Mall less than a mile away.

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

As of Jul 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Melbourne Central on Aug 4, 2026 start from $57, 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 on site at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does YHA Melbourne Central include a casino?

No, YHA Melbourne Central doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at YHA Melbourne Central?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar/lounge plus some rooms include a kitchenette and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does YHA Melbourne Central have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, YHA Melbourne Central serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Will YHA Melbourne Central allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Melbourne Central though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from YHA Melbourne Central?

The closest major airport to YHA Melbourne Central is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 13 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 17.3 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at YHA Melbourne Central?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at YHA Melbourne Central.

YHA Melbourne Central Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 301 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great clean and quite would stay there again close to transport
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked staying thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryoichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The train and traffic noise was massive! Hardly slept even with earplugs. Everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice The room was good though i didnt know u needed to bring your own lock
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. The room was decent and kitchen was clean when this one older chap was on cleaning duty which means it wasn’t the staff but the messy people using the kitchen. The staff keeping the bathrooms were good. The staff were wonderful and very helpful. All to say, we would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay, value for money, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but with the traffic noise it was hard to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice location close to everything at a good budget price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philipp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good budget stay in the city center, offers also a kitchen for cooking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renea

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pleace! Great staf
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tomomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Southern Cross station so the location is perfect for me to get Skybus in the early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Bathrooms were good and clean for a shared space. Rooms were worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for quick trips
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean and convenient. I will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean ludwig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe.Quiet pleasant atmosphere and staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable accommodations in the heart of the CBD
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

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

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