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Little Drifter Melbourne

2.0 star property
Hostel near Melbourne Central in Melbourne

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Lobby lounge
Shower
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Billiards
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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167 Franklin Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, RMIT University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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A room with a bed, a window, a door, and a patterned floor.

Queen Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Superior Large Triple Bunk Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a ladder, a bedside table, and a person using a smartphone.

Bed In Superior 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Drifter Dream Pod

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Ensuite Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Ensuite Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Entire 8 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 8 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Entire 10 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Heart of Melbourne.At this Melbourne Central Business District hostel, you'll be well placed to visit Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, both within a 5-minute walk. Collins Street and Marvel Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Melbourne Central - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • RMIT University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hardware Lane - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bourke Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zawaddi Thai Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪St. ALi & The Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bratwurst Shop & Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Menya Ramen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Melbourne

Hostel near Melbourne Central in Melbourne
As a guest of Little Drifter Melbourne, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Little Drifter Melbourne also features laundry facilities, a communal living room, and an elevator.

This Melbourne hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1902
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
Little Drifter Melbourne offers 112 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (79 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are required to download the property's Duve mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Towels fee: AUD 3 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 credit 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. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Discovery Hostel Melbourne
Discovery Melbourne
Discovery Melbourne Hostel
Hostel Discovery Melbourne
Hostel Melbourne Discovery
Melbourne Discovery
Melbourne Discovery Hostel
Melbourne Hostel Discovery
The Village Melbourne
Discovery Melbourne Hostel
The Village Melbourne Hostel
The Village Melbourne - Hostel Melbourne
The Village Melbourne - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Little Drifter Melbourne to the airport?

Little Drifter Melbourne is 9.9 mi (24-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Melbourne?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Melbourne on Jul 7, 2026 start from $72, 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.

Does Little Drifter Melbourne have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Little Drifter Melbourne.

How close is Little Drifter Melbourne to the beach?

This hostel is 5.3 mi (29-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 6.1 mi (27-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Little Drifter Melbourne offer free breakfast?

Little Drifter Melbourne does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Little Drifter Melbourne?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Crown Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Little Drifter Melbourne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Little Drifter Melbourne?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Little Drifter Melbourne have a pool?

Little Drifter Melbourne does not have a pool.

Does Little Drifter Melbourne have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Little Drifter Melbourne to downtown Melbourne?

Little Drifter Melbourne is 0.5 mi away from Melbourne.

Little Drifter Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 638 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 638 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 638 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 638 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 638 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay everyone was friendly awesome vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness
My room was very clean, helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good vibe, friendly and helpful staffs, loving community
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that property was walking distance to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

IPPO

Disliked: Amenities
Thank you for staying 3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good option if you don't mind dormitory accommodation and a range of interesting people to meet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

MUHAMMAD SULAIMI BIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Queen Victoria Market is nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not understand rhe negative review this place is amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quietness in the living quarters. I liked the amenities in the reception area and the fact that each new visitor was offered a free drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like a little hostel resort! Everyone was super lovely and vibes were immaculate. They’ve done a heap of renovations and opened a free gym, cafe, restaurant, vending machines and don’t have to leave the place to get food!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

MENG-HUA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Hostel members are always friendly and would lillie to make the stays more fun. I will go back to hostel if I travel melbourne next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Aweke

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to transport.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chi Hang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy to walk to supermarket, state library, Melbourne central in 10mins, breakfast at hungry jack is just a 5mins walk, queen Victoria market is closer in 4 mins walk at the left side of the hostel building. Pay car parking in front of the hostel.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Belthrand

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone minds their business
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis-Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Public areas are well maintained, staff are super helpful and generous. Got upgraded a couple of times. Love that they have a gym room, a tiny one but good enough for a hostel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Aweke

Liked: Staff & service
I like the bath room. Specially the big one outside the bedrooms. The common bathroom was awesome. Because it has got bigger space.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run and clean property with few signs of wear and tear despite high usage. Bathrooms were clean and air-circulation was good. Only the kitchen ficilities let things down slightly due to high usage (taps loose in their fittings, communal scouring pads need more frequent replacement - one microwave was inoperable). But would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Djalma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

HIRANO

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good stuff, beds are pretty decent, and everyone seems to respect the rules of being quite at night. Paiden was also a nice gal who helped me Bathrooms are a bit dirty, and some of the residents didnt respect the cleanliness of the bathroom and didnt help keep it clean
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Bruce

Disliked: Staff & service
They wouldn't permit me to check-in without a passport albeit that other ID was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning of restrooms could be more frequent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean, staff so nice, kitchen perfect and clean. Many area to bien cool, to seat. A very nice hostel. Just very noisy at my floor during the night so difficult to sleep. People have to make some party downstairs. But just this negative point !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

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Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023