Little Drifter North Melbourne

2.0 star property
Hostel with a health club, a short walk to Queen Victoria Market

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Rooftop terrace
Queen Apartment Suite with Patio
Queen Apartment Suite with Patio
Reception
Queen Apartment Suite with Patio
Nestled close to University of Melbourne and Melbourne Central, The Village North Melbourne offers a welcoming atmosphere with a library, laundry facilities, and health club. Unwind in the billiards room or lounge by the TV in the lobby while staying connected with free WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Room options

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Private Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Private Family Ensuite Room

Highlights

LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Queen Apartment Suite with Patio

Highlights

Patio
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 4 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire Superior 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Entire 8 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Located in North Melbourne, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Little Drifter North Melbourne is near a train station. Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St Kilda Beach and Brighton Beach. SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Zoo are not to be missed.
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78 Howard St, North Melbourne, VIC, 3051

What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Collins Street - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 8 min drive
  • Flagstaff Station - 14 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gai Wong - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Baguette Studios - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Bajo Milkbar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sinjeon K-Street Food - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rice Cooker - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter North Melbourne

Hostel remodelled in 2023 and located near Queen Victoria Market
Located close to University of Melbourne and Melbourne Central, Little Drifter North Melbourne provides a library, laundry facilities and a health club. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • A billiards/pool table, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All 83 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Portable fans and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (AUD 25 per day)

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 5 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan

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
Late check-out fee: AUD 10

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 25 per day
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 10
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Village North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne North Melbourne
Little Drifter North Melbourne Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Drifter North Melbourne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter North Melbourne on 28 Oct 2025 start from NZ$162.99, 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.

How much is parking at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Self-parking is available for AUD 25 per day.

What time is check-in at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

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

What time is check-out at Little Drifter North Melbourne?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 10.

Where is Little Drifter North Melbourne located?

Located in North Melbourne, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Queen Victoria Market and University of Melbourne. Melbourne Central and Collins Street are also within 1 mile (2 km). Flagstaff Station is 14 minutes by foot and Melbourne Central Station is 15 minutes.

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