Elizabeth Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. Also, University of Melbourne and Bourke Street Mall are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Melbourne Central Station is 5 minutes and Flagstaff Station is 10 minutes.
Elizabeth Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. Also, University of Melbourne and Bourke Street Mall are within a 15-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Melbourne Central Station is 5 minutes and Flagstaff Station is 10 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
42 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent 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
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Reception hall
Accessibility
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 30.00 per stay
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 15 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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 pets allowed at Elizabeth Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Elizabeth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 15 (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at Elizabeth Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Elizabeth Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
What's the area around Elizabeth Hostel like?
Elizabeth Hostel is in Melbourne Central Business District, a short 5-minute walk from Melbourne Central Station and 4 minutes' walk from Queen Victoria Market.
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Reviews
Elizabeth Hostel Reviews
5.6
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
5.6
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
6.6
Staff & service
5.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2026
Close to Melbourne CBD.
Close to Pub and Restaurants
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2026
Fantastic location
Clean room
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Easy check in
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2024
Hostel location is easy to access in city center. Staff are friendly.
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4/10 Fair
Feb 17, 2024
Toilets unclean, nil appropriate disposal options for sanitary products, dodgy doors to rooms and loud guests at all hours. Ok for one night, but wouldn’t recommend for anything longer! Reception staff were all pleasant!
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4/10 Fair
Dec 31, 2023
Friendly service
We were allowed to check-in 4 hours early. Really great!
The hotel is definitely not as bad as some of the reviews are stating.
However there's still room for improvements :)
The male toilets were disgusting and ran out of toilet paper during the night.
The rooms were really worn down
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6/10 Good
Jan 31, 2024
Despite the best efforts of the staff, this place was completely compromised by the clientele. Recently renovated bathrooms were left in an appalling state by those using and I saw faeces in places I have never seen it before in my life. It's a shame because the hostel is well located and the staff were friendly and helpful.
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6/10 Good
Mar 11, 2026
Great
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Great 😃
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Great
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2/10 Poor
Feb 26, 2026
Place is riddled with bedbugs, junkies and the place stinks. Avoid at all costs.
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6/10 Good
Mar 1, 2026
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😇
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6/10 Good
May 15, 2026
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
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4/10 Fair
Apr 11, 2026
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
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6/10 Good
Apr 21, 2023
Good location for I wanted. Nothing fancy basic. Have stayed there in the past. Would stay there again.
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6/10 Good
Oct 10, 2025
At this price tag, I think it is okay.
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8/10 Very good
Apr 4, 2023
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.
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2023
Friendly staff 😊
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2/10 Poor
Aug 4, 2025
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.
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6/10 Good
Feb 19, 2026
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
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8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2022
The hostel is clean. The staff are friendly. It locates in the heart of Melbourne city.
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2/10 Poor
Jan 18, 2026
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
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2/10 Poor
Oct 11, 2025
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
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6/10 Good
Oct 15, 2023
Very crowded and dirty, even by Hostel standards. Cheap and affordable for a quick overnight stay though.
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4/10 Fair
Jan 17, 2025
liked -close to the markets,
disliked -horrible double mattress.