Flinders Backpackers

Hostel
 

35 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Excellent1,518 verified ratings
8.0

£66

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£66
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£45
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£65
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£96
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About Flinders Backpackers

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Flinders Backpackers, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 9 March 2026.
Located in Melbourne CBD, this hostel is just a 10-minute walk to Australian Centre for the Moving Image and 120 Collins Street. It is also a five-minute stroll from 385 Bourke Street and Melbourne To...

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Check-in time14:00
Check-out time10:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+61 396 205 100

Perks and amenities at Flinders Backpackers

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Flinders Backpackers
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • ATM on-site
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Refrigerator
  • No smoking

General

  • Window
  • ATM on-site
  • No smoking
  • Electric kettle
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Reading light
  • Hairdryer
  • Lockers
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Lift
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Dustbins
  • Accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Conditioner
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Socket near the bed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas

Activities

  • Pool table
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Reviews for Flinders Backpackers

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Flinders Backpackers, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 1,518 reviews of Flinders Backpackers to date. Review data was last updated on 9 March 2026.
8.0
Very Good1,518 verified ratings
Pros +
  • Freindly helpful staff and great location (in 53 reviews)
  • Everyone was extremely helpful and it was a great location to explore Melbourne. (in 3 reviews)
  • Location is unbeatable as it's within Melbourne's famed free tram zone. (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • Right in the centre within the free tram zone. (in 1 review)
  • "All the junkies that hang around outside, bothering people." (in 8 reviews)
  • Intermittent hot water for doing shower. (in 12 reviews)
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Explore Melbourne CBD, Melbourne

Flinders Backpackers is located at 35 Elizabeth Street in the Melbourne CBD neighbourhood of Melbourne. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 9 March 2026.

Most Popular Landmarks

Collins Street

4 mins walk

0.2 mi

Flinders Street Station

4 mins walk

0.2 mi

Melbourne Arts Centre

9 mins walk

0.5 mi

Crown Casino

11 mins walk

0.6 mi

Crown Entertainment Complex

12 mins walk

0.6 mi

Collins Street

4 mins walk

0.2 mi

Flinders Street Station

4 mins walk

0.2 mi

Melbourne Arts Centre

9 mins walk

0.5 mi

Crown Casino

11 mins walk

0.6 mi

Crown Entertainment Complex

12 mins walk

0.6 mi

Car Hires

£55 daily average

Closest Airports

Melbourne Essendon Airport

23 mins drive

10.9 mi

Melbourne Airport

28 mins drive

15.2 mi

Melbourne Moorabbin Airport

30 mins drive

15.0 mi

Melbourne Avalon Airport

55 mins drive

36.0 mi

Melbourne Essendon Airport

23 mins drive

10.9 mi

Melbourne Airport

28 mins drive

15.2 mi

Melbourne Moorabbin Airport

30 mins drive

15.0 mi

Melbourne Avalon Airport

55 mins drive

36.0 mi

  • How far is Flinders Backpackers from Old Treasury Building?

    Old Treasury Building in Melbourne is 0.6 mi away from Flinders Backpackers.

  • Is Flinders Backpackers close to Her Majesty's Theatre?

    Her Majesty's Theatre is also a popular place to see in Melbourne. It is 0.5 mi from Flinders Backpackers.

FAQs when booking at Flinders Backpackers

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Flinders Backpackers. FAQs were last updated on 9 March 2026.
  • Is pricing at Flinders Backpackers comparable to 2 star hotels in Melbourne?

    The average rate for a night at Flinders Backpackers is 59% less than the Melbourne average for similarly rated 2 stars hotels. The nightly rate at Flinders Backpackers is typically £53, which is considered to be a good deal for a quality hotel room in Melbourne.

  • How close is Flinders Backpackers to the nearest airport, Melbourne Airport?

    With a distance of 12.3 mi between Flinders Backpackers and the nearest airport, Melbourne Airport, the drive typically takes about 0h 24m depending on traffic. Be sure to check traffic trends near the hotel and airport as some areas experience higher traffic than others and can increase your expected travel time.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Melbourne Airport to Flinders Backpackers?

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Melbourne Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • How close is Flinders Backpackers from the Melbourne city centre?

    Flinders Backpackers is just 0.3 mi away from the centre of Melbourne CBD, Melbourne. From Flinders Backpackers you can easily get to other popular landmarks such as Flinders Street Station.

  • What is the Flinders Backpackers phone number?

    The best way to contact Flinders Backpackers is by calling +61 396 205 100.

  • Does Flinders Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Flinders Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Flinders Backpackers?

    Check-out should be before 10:00. For checking in at Flinders Backpackers, guests should plan for any time after 14:00 on the day of their scheduled arrival.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Flinders Backpackers, Melbourne?

    A good deal at Flinders Backpackers right now is between £46 and £53 per night. Prices change based on dates and room type, so enter your requirements in the form above to see the best deals currently available.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Flinders Backpackers?

    For the best chance to save money on your Flinders Backpackers reservation, consider staying in June, when prices are typically at their lowest (£34).

  • In what area of Melbourne is Flinders Backpackers located?

    Flinders Backpackers is located within the Melbourne CBD area of Melbourne. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Flinders Backpackers is in relation to the rest of Melbourne.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Flinders Backpackers?

    Consider checking into Flinders Backpackers on Tuesday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of £24).

  • How far is Flinders Backpackers from Old Treasury Building?

    Old Treasury Building in Melbourne is 0.6 mi away from Flinders Backpackers.

  • Is Flinders Backpackers close to Her Majesty's Theatre?

    Her Majesty's Theatre is also a popular place to see in Melbourne. It is 0.5 mi from Flinders Backpackers.

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