Melbourne City Backpackers vs Elizabeth Hostel

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Melbourne City Backpackers

★★ 2-Star
8.5 945
Melbourne
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Elizabeth Hostel

★★ 2-Star
5.9 1,617
Melbourne
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Live Price Comparison

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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Melbourne City ... Elizabeth Hostel
Agoda
8.4 (1,286)
6.0 (1,845)
Booking.com
7.8 (1,389)
3.8 (800)
Expedia
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5.6 (285)
Overall Average
8.5 (2,675)
5.9 (2,930)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Melbourne City Backpackers Elizabeth Hostel
Strengths Strengths
+ Excellent location near Southern Cross Station for airport and city access + Excellent location near Queen Victoria Market for easy city access
+ Renovated and well-maintained shower and bathroom facilities + Budget-friendly option for staying in the heart of Melbourne
+ Spacious, clean communal kitchen and complimentary breakfast + Some guests found the beds surprisingly comfortable
+ Friendly staff who are helpful and responsive to guest needs
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- No elevator, making it difficult to move luggage to higher floors - Repeated reports of bed bug infestations in rooms
- Some feedback regarding uncomfortable mattresses and pillows - Frequent complaints about unpleasant odors in hallways and rooms
- Noise issues can occur due to the nature of dormitory-style rooms - Poor cleanliness standards in shared bathrooms and shower areas
- Concerns regarding security and general safety within the hostel

Recommended For

Solo Travelers Budget Travelers

Recommended For

Budget Travelers Short-term Stayers

Guest Reviews

Melbourne City Backpackers

Agoda 10.0 Solo Traveler

Convenient location near Southern Cross Station, very clean kitchen and shower rooms.

Agoda 9.2 Solo Traveler

Great location and very friendly staff.

No elevator, which makes carrying luggage to higher floors difficult.

Booking.com 3.6

Peak location, great staff, and awesome social activities.

Wish the kitchen opened earlier.

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: 1.0km

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