Step into YHA Melbourne Central, where the vibrant city vibe meets comfort. Take a stroll to Crown Casino and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre or relax on the outdoor entertainment area with barbecue grills nearby. Free in-room WiFi, a coffee shop/cafe, luggage storage, laundry facilities and multilingual staff make this hostel an ideal retreat.
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Collins Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Marvel Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Melbourne Central - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 41 min drive
Southern Cross Station - 7 min walk
Flinders Street Station - 13 min walk
North Williamstown Station - 17 min drive
Flagstaff Station - 17 min walk
Melbourne Central Station - 22 min walk
Parliament Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
Hardware Société - 2 min walk
State of Grace - 3 min walk
Bistrot Bisou - 1 min walk
The Grain Store - 3 min walk
Speakeasy HQ - 2 min walk
About this property
YHA Melbourne Central
YHA Melbourne Central offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Collins Street and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, SEA LIFE Melbourne and Crown Casino are within just a 10-minute walk.
At a glance
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Hotel size
240 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Terrace
Television in common areas
Communal living room
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Lockers available
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 36
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hair dryer (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 per person
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Are pets allowed at YHA Melbourne Central?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at YHA Melbourne Central?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at YHA Melbourne Central.
What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Melbourne Central?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at YHA Melbourne Central?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (6-min walk) is nearby.
What's the area around YHA Melbourne Central like?
YHA Melbourne Central is in Melbourne Central Business District, a short 7-minute walk from Southern Cross Station and 4 minutes' walk from Collins Street.
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YHA Melbourne Central Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2025
Very pleasant stay
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2025
Great stay! There is a train running behind the hostel so it can be pretty loud, otherwise a nice place in a convenient location
Kaidan
Kaidan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2025
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
Lawrence
Lawrence, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 18, 2024
A nice location close to everything at a good budget price.
Hao
Hao, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Safe accommodation. Easy to make you way around the place
Dassa
Dassa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
The staff were easily the best thing about this location, I think facilities could use some mild updating.
Caleb
Caleb, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
Very convenient location in the heart of the CBD
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 3, 2024
Close to Southern Cross station so the location is perfect for me to get Skybus in the early morning.
Tomomi
Tomomi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Great pleace! Great staf
Victor
Victor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Perfect for quick trips
Grant
Grant, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Very clean
Garry
Garry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
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.
Estefania
Estefania, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
Porperty was very clean
Garry
Garry, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 11, 2024
Clean, convenient location and friendly staff
But noisy environment bc train, tram and construction
Yu
Yu, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2024
Clean and safe.Quiet pleasant atmosphere and staff are friendly and helpful
Jean ludwig
Jean ludwig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
I had my own bathroom this time and the shower was heaven!
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 2, 2024
Affordable accommodations in the heart of the CBD
Hilary
Hilary, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Dec 7, 2024
It was okay.
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 30, 2024
Bathrooms were good and clean for a shared space. Rooms were worth the price.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
5 stars
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 20, 2023
Clean facilities convenient to transport
Jason
Jason, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 9, 2024
Not a bad budget option
The YHA is at the budget end of the spectrum but they seem to have slipped, the prices have gone up but the facilities are not a spotless as they used to be.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2024
I thought the property was in a great
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2022
Nice and clean. Friendly staff.
Verified traveler
6-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 15, 2024
Definitely value for money but is not for anyone that’s looking for more than just a space to sleep. Oh, breakfast is rather disappointing, just cereal, milk, coffee & tea. I reckon you save $14 and get a warm sausage roll and coffee instead with that money.