Little Drifter Melbourne

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Billiards
Interior
Fridge, microwave
Laundry room

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Street
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In Superior Large Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Superior 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Superior 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Superior 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Superior 8 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Entire 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Entire 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 8 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In Superior 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2

Bed In Superior 10 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Superior 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

Melbourne

Little Drifter Melbourne places you in the centre of Melbourne, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .Social Bar is the hostel's own bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hostel include Collins Street and Bourke Street Mall.

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Central - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Collins Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Crown Casino - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St. ALi & The Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rose Garden BBQ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Market Espresso - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Operator San - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Menya Ramen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Melbourne

Adults-only hostel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge
As a guest of Little Drifter Melbourne, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Little Drifter Melbourne also features laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a lift.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1902
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Little Drifter Melbourne offers 112 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Social Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (200 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (150 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1902
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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 10:00 AM

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
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Towels fee: AUD 3 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)
  • 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Little Drifter Melbourne.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Discovery Hostel Melbourne
Discovery Melbourne
Discovery Melbourne Hostel
Hostel Discovery Melbourne
Hostel Melbourne Discovery
Melbourne Discovery
Melbourne Discovery Hostel
Melbourne Hostel Discovery
The Village Melbourne
Discovery Melbourne Hostel
The Village Melbourne Hostel
The Village Melbourne - Hostel Melbourne
The Village Melbourne - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Little Drifter Melbourne?

Little Drifter Melbourne offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Melbourne?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Melbourne on 2 Nov 2025 start from AU$140.00, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Little Drifter Melbourne?

The closest beach to Little Drifter Melbourne is St Kilda Beach (6.9 km).

Is Little Drifter Melbourne family-friendly?

No, Little Drifter Melbourne is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Little Drifter Melbourne?

No, Little Drifter Melbourne does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Little Drifter Melbourne?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Little Drifter Melbourne?

No, pets are not allowed.