Centrally located just a short walk from Southern Cross Station, King Street Backpackers offers those visiting Melbourne on a budget accommodation that features free Wi-Fi and luggage storage. The air-conditioned accommodations at this hostel all include bed linen, lockers, and reading lights while guests that prefer privacy can book single or double rooms. All bathroom facilities are shared and towels are provided. Staff operate a 24-hour front desk and are happy to help with tour and job information. Guests can relax in the lounge, make use of the computer station, or use the guest laundry facility. Free breakfast is supplied daily, and there is tea/coffee making facilities available in the fully equipped kitchen. King Street Backpackers is a twelve-minute walk from Etihad Stadium and eleven minutes from Sea Life Aquarium. Galactic Circus is a seven-minute drive while Eureka Skydeck 88 is nine minutes away. Cook's Cottage is a ten-minute drive.
For exploring the city this place is the best base. You are just a few minutes from the train and bus stations, and you can walk to quite a lot of the local sights and attractions. It's perfect for food and shopping too as there are plenty of stores and restaurants nearby.
The guys that work here are very chatty and have lots of useful advice for backpackers in particular. They know all about the local tours and even have some tips and advice on getting work while you are staying.
A hostel is all about saving cash, and you can do that right here. The rates are very cheap for the city centre, and you even get a free breakfast which is unheard of in many budget places. They even have a free pasta night which is a nice touch.
People that have stayed here found that the staff don't seem to do much to keep the place in good condition. They thought the rooms hadn't been cleaned properly and that the bathrooms could have been in better condition.
If you are lucky enough to connect to the Wi-Fi at this place, then make the most of it as you may not be able to use it again later. Guests were less than impressed by the strength of the signal and had to resort to walking around trying to find the right spot to sit in.
No, Melbourne City Backpackers doesn’t offer pool areas.
No, Melbourne City Backpackers doesn’t allow pets.
No, Melbourne City Backpackers doesn’t provide parking.
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Melbourne City Backpackers is located in 197-199 King Street, 3000, Melbourne, Australia.
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