YHA Melbourne Central
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 4-star562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, AustraliaShow on map
7.8 · Good4,781 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.6 out of 10, at 562 Flinders Street.
Rooftop Terrace with BBQ Facilities and Stunning CBD Views Enjoy the convenience of a 24/7 reception desk and a spacious communal area at Melbourne Central Hostel. The shared kitchen, TV area, book exchange, café/bar, and free WiFi add to the vibrant atmosphere.
Central Location with Easy Access to Transport Hubs Situated in the Free Tram Zone, the hostel is a short walk from Southern Cross Station and the Skybus Terminal. Explore Melbourne's attractions like Federation Square and trendy bars with ease.
Diverse Accommodation Options and Exciting Activities From bunk beds with individual reading lights to private rooms, the hostel offers a variety of choices. Join movie nights, walking tours, and pub crawls for a memorable stay.
Ready to experience Melbourne's vibrant scene? Book your stay at Melbourne Central Hostel now!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Rooms
7.8
Good
Rated 7.8 out of 10 by 4,781 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.6
- Service9.1
- Location8.6
- Rooms7.1
- Amenities7.6
- Value7.6
- Food & drink7.6
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat location
ChrisAustraliai will stay here again and even bring my wife next time and we will stay in a private room
Location, clean, comfy bed, friendly staff, happy hour
nothing
MonaAustraliaExcellent
Everything
Nothing
williamsAustraliaDo it
The room was good easy too get in staff great and it was walking distance too all the things I wanted too do
The bathroom door toy new if someone was in there or not
IsabellaAustraliaA well-priced hostel that does the job. Bring shower shoes and hand sani if you want to feel clean!
The room was an adequate size, had a comfy bed and clean sheets. Access was convenient and check in was easy
The shared bathroom was not looked after. It did the job but hand soap was not refilled after I alerted staff…
Maximiliano JoséAustraliaReally clean and nice staff
They could fix the elevator buttons
ShannAustraliaReview
Quiet and clean great location aswell!
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Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Australia
Guests rate the location 8.6 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about YHA Melbourne Central
What time is check-in and check-out at YHA Melbourne Central?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does YHA Melbourne Central allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does YHA Melbourne Central have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does YHA Melbourne Central have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at YHA Melbourne Central?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book YHA Melbourne Central?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is YHA Melbourne Central?
562 Flinders Street, Melbourne.
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