Budget Hostels from S$55

By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the art galleries and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: The Village Melbourne - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. Rooms come with showers, linens and free WiFi. Space Hotel - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne Central. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels and linens. Roamer Melbourne - formerly Selina Central Melbourne - Located within a 5-minute walk of Collins Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with showers and linens. Europa Melbourne - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Flagstaff Station and Melbourne Central Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. YHA Melbourne Central - Located within a 5-minute walk of Collins Street and SEA LIFE Melbourne. Property features include free WiFi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with linens and free WiFi.

If you’re hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Melbourne, one of Expedia’s 27 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Melbourne is 716 mm.

Generally, Melbourne is known for its architecture, art and museums. Major attractions include Crown Casino, Melbourne Central and Melbourne Cricket Ground. Get out into nature with places such as Flagstaff Gardens, Alexandra Gardens and Birrarung Marr Park. Cultural attractions include Immigration Museum, Athenaeum and Regent Theatre.

Keep this information about transit options in Melbourne in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), located 7 mi (11.2 km) away. An alternative is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Flagstaff Station, Melbourne Central Station and Parliament Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Flinders Street Station, Southern Cross Station or Showgrounds Station.