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Little Drifter North Melbourne

2.0 star property
Hostel with a health club, 6-minute walk to Queen Victoria Market

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Rooftop terrace
Queen Apartment Suite with Patio
Reception
Private Queen Ensuite Room
Queen Apartment Suite with Patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

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78 Howard St, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Queen Ensuite Room

Private Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private Twin Ensuite Room

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Private Family Ensuite Room

Private Family Ensuite Room

Highlights

LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Queen Apartment Suite with Patio

Queen Apartment Suite with Patio

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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Entire Superior 4 Bed Dorm

Entire Superior 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 8 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

At Little Drifter North Melbourne you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Queen Victoria Market and University of Melbourne. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the gym along with access to aerobics classes and yoga classes. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this North Melbourne hostel include Melbourne Central and Marvel Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Women's Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 8 min drive
  • Flagstaff Station - 13 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baguette Studios - ‬5 min walk
  • Roasting Warehouse
  • ‪Gai Wong - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Tomi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bobbie Peels - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter North Melbourne

Hostel with a health club, 6-minute walk to Queen Victoria Market
As a guest of Little Drifter North Melbourne, you'll find a health club, a library, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Little Drifter North Melbourne also features laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Little Drifter North Melbourne was completed in October 2023.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Little Drifter North Melbourne offers 83 accommodations with portable fans. This Melbourne hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (AUD 25 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 5 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan

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
Late check-out fee: AUD 10

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
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

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

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 25 per day
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 10
  • 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
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
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 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. 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. 
    Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Little Drifter North Melbourne.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Village North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Little Drifter North 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 North Melbourne?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter North Melbourne on 16 Feb 2026 start from AU$163.00, 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.

Is parking available at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Yep, Little Drifter North Melbourne has a covered self car park for AUD 25 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Little Drifter North Melbourne?

The closest beach to Little Drifter North Melbourne is St Kilda Beach (7.6 km).

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

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

No, pets are not allowed.

Little Drifter North Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 25 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eugene

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Clean room, lack of facilities, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalle

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jayden

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great design of the room, really high quality for the price. Comfy bed, only issue was it was pretty noisy but that’s what you get on a Friday night. A gap filler under the door would help massively. Great location and smooth check in and out - don’t even need to speak to anyone at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and helpful. The premises and rooms were fairly clean and fresh. We got a great discount so the price was great for Melbourne with a family of 4. The atmosphere was friendly and full of excited back packers. The downside was the noise. We barely slept because there was a loud refrigeration type motor that kept switching on and off all night. And there was a man who was yelling somewhere nearby (it felt like underneath our window) all night at random intervals as well. Otherwise it would have been a good cheap accommodation option.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great queen bed sized accomodation , clean , good sized with all the amenities. Ensuite bathroom was sufficient although the room I stayed in required the handy man to fix the wc paper holder as it couldn't hold the roll eproperly and the vent grills in the bathroom require cleaning they are full of dirt / dust and grime and while these are up high out of eyesight, it reflects poorly on the overall aesthetic I'm sure management are trying to upheld !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chengchuan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap,simple, clean place to live
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karthik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, excellent staff and management
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anjali

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Deanne

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good thing about this place was the location and it was a safe place to stay.
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

colin

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The toilet was dirty, money for value , poor small room no tea and coffee no fridge, toilet was dirty .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kornilus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean, staff very friendly including tais and grace. They was brilliant and awesome. Bed was very comfortable, showers powerful.

8/10 Good

Kylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience!

Nicest hostel I’ve stayed in! Very clean and well managed. Would stay here again. Only downside is that the bathroom doors make a lot of noise when you open them so that would wake me up in the middle of the night since the walls to the hallway are very thin.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed clean very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Hannah Zipporah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed, room, lounge is comfy. Problem is they didnt have a fan for when the temperature is warm so there's a bit of struggle there. Also its a bit noisy when other rooms shut their door specially at night. Youll hear it all from bed. Otherwise its all not too bad.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a nice hostel for a couple of nights. Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay convenient to city and surrounds - especially Queen Vic market I was pleasantly surprised with my accomodation escaping from the heat , i found myself delighted at the air conditioning , the large tv and the hotel style bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ngaio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They went out of their way to help me with a suitable non std accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pagean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really lovely and helpful, place was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Julie

Tiny room, reminded me of a prison cell
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

HsinHua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

很不錯

還不錯 cp值滿高的，工作人員態度又好，推
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024