YHA Melbourne Central
562 Flinders Street
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Location, value for money, peaceful, helpful staff”
“Amazing location,very secure and easy access”
“Counter staff on my arrival were friendly and thoughtful”
“Super friendly staff and good facilities”
“Quiet, peaceful”
“Nothing, they didn't let me into the bed and I slept on the street”
“Close to transport and good value”
“Amazing breakfast”
Overview
Boasting a rooftop terrace with BBQ facilities and amazing views of the CBD, Melbourne Central Hostel is situated within the Free Tram Zone. Guests enjoy a 24/7 reception desk and a large ground floor communal area with a shared kitchen, a TV area, a book exchange, a café/bar and free WiFi in public areas. Southern Cross Station and the Skybus Terminal are only a 6-minute walk away. Guests can take in the sights at Federation Square, explore Melbourne’s famous laneways or visit a trendy bar. All rooms include bunk beds, individual reading lights, electronic door locks and access to shared bathroom facilities. The dormitory rooms feature secure luggage lockers and there are private rooms available. The free City Circle Tram and a $5 Melbourne Tourist Shuttle Bus stop directly outside and visits iconic Melbourne sites such as the MCG, the Shrine of Remembrance and Rod Laver Arena. A range of activities are available, including movie nights, walking tours, pub crawls and table tennis are available.
Traveller reviews
Maureen
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
Location, value for money, peaceful, helpful staff.
Ryan
couple
June 4, 2026
“Amazing bery well worth the money!”
Amazing location,very secure and easy access!
Herman
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
“Perfect for low budget accommodation.”
Close to transport and good value. Amazing breakfast.
Tino
couple
June 2, 2026
“Other than that it was good. And staff were very nice & helpful”
We didn’t eat here as we ate out with our daughter who lives in Carlton
Maureen
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
Quiet, peaceful. Welcoming. Comfy chairs. Newspapers. Free pizza,
Ashe
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“Should not stay afloat in business terms”
Nothing, they didn't let me into the bed and I slept on the street
DON
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Safe, secure, excellent location near SouthernCross Rail.”
Pawan
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“Fantastic!”
5mins walk to the southern cross station, close by to the South warf DFO, Crown and not far from the Flinders station.
Chris Brown
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
“Love the room”
I loved the room and the balcony
Johnny57
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Central location
Raechel
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Close location to everything. Tram stop right outside
Minaya
couple
May 17, 2026
Best
Edward
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
“Not bad at all”
All good 👍
DON
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
Counter staff on my arrival were friendly and thoughtful. Restaurant is cozy and warm
Karen Maria Ninira
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
“Central and clean”
In the heart of the CBD with easy access to transport.
Bradley
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
Nothing 😔
Ellen
couple
May 14, 2026
Super friendly staff and good facilities.
Riana
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
Location , convenient,
Siew
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
Great location
Herman
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
“Good for short stays.”
Close proximity to public transportation.
Facilities
Activities
Table tennis, Pub crawls, Movie nights, Walking tours
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas, Adult only
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Terrace, BBQ facilities
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Vending machine (drinks), Laundry, 24-hour front desk
Double Room with Ensuite
Rooms are 10 square metres. Please note that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated in this room type
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Rooms are 10 square metres.
Premium Double Room with Private Bathroom
The double room features air conditioning, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Private room with access to shared bathroom facilities.
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