ibis Styles Kingsgate Melbourne vs Elizabeth Hostel

Same City · Melbourne Distance: 1.1km

Overview

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ibis Styles Kingsgate Melbourne

★★★ 3-Star
8.1 3,019
Melbourne
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Elizabeth Hostel

★★ 2-Star
5.9 1,617
Melbourne
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
8.2 (10,636)
6.0 (1,845)
Booking.com
7.8 (6,586)
3.8 (800)
Expedia
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5.6 (285)
Overall Average
8.1 (17,222)
5.9 (2,930)

Strengths & Weaknesses

ibis Styles Kingsgate Melbourne Elizabeth Hostel
Strengths Strengths
+ Excellent proximity to Southern Cross Station for airport and city travel + Excellent location near Queen Victoria Market for easy city access
+ Friendly and professional staff service + Budget-friendly option for staying in the heart of Melbourne
+ Reasonable pricing for a central city location + Some guests found the beds surprisingly comfortable
+ Generally clean and well-maintained rooms
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Weak soundproofing due to building structure - Repeated reports of bed bug infestations in rooms
- Compact room size and signs of age in facilities - Frequent complaints about unpleasant odors in hallways and rooms
- Inconsistent shower water pressure and temperature control - Poor cleanliness standards in shared bathrooms and shower areas
- Concerns regarding security and general safety within the hostel

Recommended For

Solo Travelers Business Travelers

Recommended For

Budget Travelers Short-term Stayers

Guest Reviews

ibis Styles Kingsgate Melbourne

Agoda 8.8 Solo Traveler

Great location near Southern Cross Station, very convenient for airport and city access.

Agoda 8.4 Solo Traveler

Room is compact but clean and sufficient for one person.

Soundproofing is weak and AC control can be tricky.

Booking.com 7.2 Couple

Excellent location and friendly staff.

Street noise can be disturbing.

Elizabeth Hostel

Agoda 9.2 Solo traveler

Great price and location, 24/7 access.

Booking.com 2.0

Great location.

Bed bugs everywhere.

Expedia 4.0

Early check-in was allowed.

Toilets were disgusting and doors felt insecure.

Agoda 4.8 Solo traveler

Staff were friendly and helpful.

Room was not clean and had a bad smell.

Location Comparison

Distance: 1.1km

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