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Welcome to Victoria Hotel – Brunswick's Best-Kept Backpacker Secret!

Located in the heart of vibrant Brunswick, Victoria Hotel Backpackers offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and social connection. With 30 beds spread across 10 spacious rooms, 3 inviting common areas, and a fully equipped commercial-style kitchen with a cozy dining space and outdoor balcony, we’ve created a relaxed, welcoming home for travellers from around the world.
Whether you're a young adventurer or simply young at heart, you’ll find a warm, inclusive atmosphere here. Stay above a friendly, community-driven pub, where locals mix with globetrotters, and discover a genuine slice of Melbourne life. Our two live-in on-site managers and friendly staff are always happy to help you explore the best of the city and share the local secrets.
Why You’ll Love Staying With Us:
* Fresh linen, secure lockers & luggage storage
* Free tea, coffee, salt & sugar
* TV’s with different streaming services, book library, board games & pool table
* Balcony (smoking permitted) & spacious social areas
* Free Wi-Fi & fridge storage
* Vending machines with snacks and drinks
* Weekly trivia night, Sunday BBQ, and more!
* Pub perks: Happy Hour 5–7pm (Mon–Fri), $16 jugs daily, and cheap pub meals

Discover Brunswick – Melbourne’s Creative & Multicultural Hub
Brunswick is one of Melbourne’s most dynamic inner-city suburbs, known for its bohemian spirit, cultural diversity, and thriving arts and music scene. The area is home to a rich tapestry of communities — with strong Greek, Italian, and Middle Eastern roots — and that heritage is alive in the diverse food, welcoming culture, and eclectic atmosphere.
Just a 5-minute stroll from Sydney Road — a bustling strip of cafes, restaurants, live music venues, op shops, and bars — you'll be surrounded by creativity. You’ll find vibrant street art, independent galleries, and live gigs happening every week. The mix of trendy cafes, unique shops, and a strong community vibe makes it a magnet for artists, young professionals, and travellers alike.
Also nearby: parks, gyms, breweries, bakeries, a public pool, and even indoor mini golf. Getting around is easy with trains, trams, and buses all within 2–4 minutes’ walk.

Know Before You Book
* 5 night minimum stay
* For bona fide backpackers only – valid international passport required at check-in
* Reception hours:
    • 12pm – 11pm (Sun–Thu)
    • 12pm – 1am (Fri–Sat)
* Check-in by 3pm (early or late arrivals can be arranged — just let us know!)
* 18+ only as we are a licensed venue

Ready to meet fellow travellers, explore Melbourne, and feel part of a local community?
Book your bed today and make yourself at home at The Victoria Hotel.

Please give us a call if you have any questions.

House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Jobs Board
  • Luggage Storage
  • Fax Service
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Reviews

9.4Superb(280)
  • Value for Money
    9.1
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    9.4
  • Cleanliness
    8.6
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    8.9
Summary of traveller reviews

Victoria Hotel Backpackers in Melbourne offers a fantastic social atmosphere, often described as feeling like a home away from home. Guests praise the friendly and helpful staff, the vibrant community feel, and the excellent location in a trendy area with great transport links. It's particularly well-suited for longer stays and solo travellers seeking to connect with others.

Stayed in Jun 2026
10
C
Chelsea
Female, 31-40, Netherlands
Great hostel in the middle of Brunswick. It was a quiet period, but I appreciated the rest. Location is perfect; steps aways from Brunswick station, close to tram 19 and Sydney rd with all it offers, plus a lively pub right downstairs. The dorm was spacious enough with a locker and large drawer for your stuff. I loved the women's only bathroom and the many lounge areas for doing work/reading. Would stay again! Only downside was the mattress which was a bit worn out and didn't support my back.
Stayed in Apr 2026
10
T
Tristan
Male, 25-30, Netherlands
Top hostel and the location is just perfect!
Stayed in Mar 2026
10
M
Megan
Female, 18-24, England
Honestly great place, booked it for a week due to the f1, on my first week I extended. I’ve been here for 3 months now working and living having the best time at this hostel, the people, the atmosphere, the vibes. Just 👌. Moving on now to the snow but great place all round, will be BACK! X
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Location

380 Victoria Street, Brunswick, Melbourne, Australia
5.3km from city centre