Hostels along the Great Ocean Road for Road Trips in Australia

Hostels along the Great Ocean Road for Road Trips in Australia Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road (Tourism Australia / Time Out Australia)
The Great Ocean Road is what road trips were made for! The scenery is spectacular, and the small towns along the route provide for ample entertainment. But you, savvy traveler, already know this, and that's why you're here!

Where should you sleep during your epic journey of Australia's southern coast? Don't worry, we've got you covered. The hostels listed here tend to cater to both backpackers and road trippers, so you can't go wrong with any of these. In fact, some of the hostels we've listed here are some of the highest rated in all of Australia, and many guest claim them as favorites.

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How much do hostels in Melbourne cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Melbourne here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



Apollo Bay: a great hostel for backpackers, families, couples, or large groups

Dorm Bed from $28.16
Private Room from $24.73
Overall Rating: 98%
5 Pascoe Street, Apollo Bay
This modern, comfortable, and environmentally friendly hostel is located just a few minutes' walk into the town center of Apollo Bay, where you can find shops, restaurants, bars, and more. It's also close to the beach if you want to go surfing!

They offer private rooms of various sizes (including larger family rooms) as well as dorms with bunk beds and lockers. All rooms have shared bathrooms, and the facilities are clean and modern. You really can't go wrong here, as there is something for everyone.

The long list of amenities also includes comfortable common rooms with TVs, two very well stocked communal kitchens (probably better than you have at home!), an outdoor deck with great views over the town and surrounding countryside, free parking, free Wi-Fi, a reading room, book exchange, and more.

The staff is very helpful and friendly, and can provide advice or book various activities in the area such as horseback riding, kayaking, windsurfing, and more.

Guest reviews are consistently very positive. Take a look at the photos, too!


A social hostel for backpackers, road-trippers, families, and groups

Dorm Bed from $36.36
Private Room from $45.45
Overall Rating: 90%
18 Tregea St Port Campbell, Port Campbell
Wow! This place is amazing! The Port Campbell Hostel strives to provide the best value it can, as they make sure that their bed prices are low but the facility and amenities are top tier. The common areas of the hostel are decked out in a fun, eclectic decorative style, while the rooms are modern and sleek.

They are in the heart of Port Campell, which is only a few minutes' drive to the Twelve Apostles.

With private rooms and dorms on offer, there is something for everyone. Common areas are large enough to accommodate the fairly extensive size of this hostel. The sofas and chairs are comfortable, and TVs and games provide entertainment. The shared kitchen is large, and has multiple stoves, ovens, sinks, and utensils for everyone to cook at the same time. They even have a large outdoor BBQ kitchen area for the summer months. Bathrooms are clean and modern as well.

They also offer free parking (this IS a road trip, after all!), free Wi-Fi, key-card access for security, an outdoor terrace, laundry facilities, bicycle rental, an onsite bar and mini-mart, and more.

They also have a family suite.

Guests leaving reviews tend to make statements similar to "the best hostel ever." They receive positive marks for the friendliness of the staff, cleanliness, and great amenities.


Dorm Bed from $18.70
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
13 Blyth street Brunswick, Melbourne
Landing Pads Brunswick is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $47.24
Private Room from $41.91
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 93%
250 Flinders St, Melbourne
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a nightclub, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant and a cafe. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $33.66
Private Room from $23.87
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
380 Russell Street, Melbourne
Space Hotel is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, board games, cable tv, and foosball. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, internet access, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $30.91
Private Room from $37.78
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
380 Victoria Street Brunswick, Melbourne
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a bar, a common room, a games room, board games, and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant, a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, parking, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $30.02
Private Room from $42.81
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 89%
17 Carlisle St St Kilda, Melbourne
Nomads (Formerly Base) St Kilda is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a nightclub, and a common room. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $20.78
Private Room from $24.24
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 87%
78 howard st, North Melbourne, Melbourne
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a common room, board games, and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, parking, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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