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Elizabeth Hostel

1.5 star property

Photo gallery for Elizabeth Hostel

A cozy living area with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bookshelf with books, a decorative plant, and a Santa Claus figure.
A kitchen with a microwave, toaster, and a black appliance on the counter.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small refrigerator, and a shelf unit.
A cozy living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a tiled floor, and various kitchen utensils and appliances on shelves.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug

Explore the area

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490-494 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, RMIT University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Budget Single Room

A single bed with a metal frame, a grey mattress, and a pink and grey blanket.

Budget Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Budget Twin Room

A hallway with a potted plant on a window sill, a door with a sign, and a brick wall visible through the window.

Budget Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Economy Double Room

A single bed with a white mattress and a black metal frame, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blue curtains.

Economy Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory - 10 Beds

A small room with a bunk bed, a metal wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory - 10 Beds

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory - 8 Beds

A small room with a bunk bed, a metal wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory - 8 Beds

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory - 6 Beds

A small room with a bunk bed, a metal wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory - 6 Beds

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory - 4 Beds

A small room with a bunk bed, a metal wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory - 4 Beds

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Female Dormitory - 8 Beds

A small room with a bunk bed, a metal wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Female Dormitory - 8 Beds

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

Elizabeth Hostel places you in the centre of Melbourne, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a reception hall and a vending machine. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hostel include University of Melbourne and Bourke Street Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Queen Victoria Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • RMIT University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Library of Victoria - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪St. ALi & The Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bratwurst Shop & Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Captain Melville - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel offers its guests a vending machine and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Elizabeth Hostel offers 42 accommodations. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 15

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 30.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Elizabeth Hostel Melbourne
Elizabeth Hostel
Elizabeth Melbourne
Elizabeth Hostel Melbourne
Elizabeth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Elizabeth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Elizabeth Hostel?

The closest beach to Elizabeth Hostel is St Kilda Beach (7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Elizabeth Hostel?

As of 1 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elizabeth Hostel on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$85, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at Elizabeth Hostel?

No, Elizabeth Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Elizabeth Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Elizabeth Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Elizabeth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 285 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

glen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place is riddled with bedbugs, junkies and the place stinks. Avoid at all costs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I liked the fact everyone looked out for each other a lot of sweetness. It was quite and even though I was on top bunk mattress was comfortable. I disliked the dodgy tight key that didn't work to room. I was the only women in a room full of 7 man. For a younger person this would make some nervous. The receptionist was so cold didn't even smile when I cracked a joke didn't even greet you as you entered place very rude Asian the older Asian who was working evenings the younger Asian was fine but the older one was rude
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

P

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pretty dirty, old carpet and bad maintenance... a lot of homeless around and inside that hotel with mental condition. I had room by myself, it was a relief only for that😇
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelt of urine, extra charges that weren't disclosed at time of booking e.g Security deposit for room key, The male toilets had vomit all over 1 cubicle, and staff didn't care about it and spoke English because they had to and spoke in Mandarin between each other in front of guests. Would not recommend at all, and certainly not going back there
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Just disappointed that I was supposed to have my own bathroom towels & didn’t Had shared bathroom & hired a towel! Room wasn’t the cleanest looking 5/10
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Shuang

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
At this price tag, I think it is okay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Sky

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was disgusting. Room clearly hasn’t been cleaned including the bedsheets. The staff were miserable. The lock on our room door wasn’t secure (someone had clearly tried to ethier break into the room previously or struggled to get into the room). Wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone even though it is cheap
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anh Chuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hostel location is easy to access in city center. Staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

CLYDE

Liked: Staff & service
Good location for I wanted. Nothing fancy basic. Have stayed there in the past. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are after the cheapest room in Melbourne City, then this is the hostel for you. The single room was basic, but fine for the price. Very convenient with a tram outside on Elizabeth St. The kitchen, toilets and bathrooms were filthy, so wear shoes inside these areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fletcher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very cheap hostel in a great location. You definitely get what you pay for but I’d definitely come here again if I was on a budget.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Mandy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn't well soundproofed, and it was still noisy until midnight. There was no fan in the room, and the central air conditioning wasn't strong enough, so it was hot all night. I don't know if it was mosquitoes or fleas, but I woke up the next day with eight bites that were extremely itchy and uncomfortable. If you just want a cheap place to sleep, this is a good option, but otherwise, definitely choose another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Henry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Half way house.. Regular hard drugs being used.. Bathroom/shower we’re disgusting.. Staff were rude.. Bed bugs.. Homeless people squatting.. Do not stay here
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Reem

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible. They do not clean the place. The room is can not be opened by the key and the place smells like a public toilet. The staff are always drunk and are theives. They only speak chinese.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Ethan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Anh Chuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is clean. The staff are friendly. It locates in the heart of Melbourne city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Amalie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked -close to the markets, disliked -horrible double mattress.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Curtains broken, smelled of stale cigarettes, near broken lock on room door. Generally gross and disgusting apart from the bathrooms which were clean. Do not stay here, mostly booked for longterm for homeless people. Recent bedbugs in reviews I wouldn't risk it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jack

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very crowded and dirty, even by Hostel standards. Cheap and affordable for a quick overnight stay though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023