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YHA Melbourne Central

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Reception
Dining
BBQ/picnic area
Double Premium Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

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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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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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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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Bed in 8-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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 | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 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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Double Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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 | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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 | Free WiFi, 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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 4-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 neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, YHA Melbourne Central is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and SEA LIFE Melbourne. 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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Queen's Kebabs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rare Steakhouse Downtown - ‬4 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 luggage storage, tours or tickets, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 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

  • 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • 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, just steps from SEA LIFE Melbourne, and within a 10-minute walk of Crown Casino and Collins Street. 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 Apr 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Melbourne Central on May 12, 2026 start from $59, 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 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.

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.

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).

YHA Melbourne Central Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 294 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Shirley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Guy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Bernard

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Business traveler
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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

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