Melbourne Central YHA Hotel Shuttles

A colorful choice for young backpackers looking to save, the Melbourne Central YHA offers instant access to the Central Business District, the Yarra River Walk and various industrial-chic getaways that make up the Docklands. Room options include shared bunk areas as well as solo suites that offer personal bathrooms and balconies - a rooftop sundeck and indoor gastropub also make socializing easier, while free Wi-Fi makes the stay especially simple for business travelers looking to work on-site. Trivia nights are a typical staple of the staff, while close access to transportation makes seeing the sights possible through the Spencer Street Light Rail Station across the street. Consider a handful of private vehicle options for a bit more freedom, using the hostel’s savings for the opportunity to see it all with intimate sedans worthy of outback adventures and meet-and-greet services like taxis and local personal drivers ideal for getting the native perspective.

Keep up with all of downtown’s festivities, starting with what’s close and free - a few blocks south is Batman Park, home to modest paths that connect to the Yarra Promenade’s various footpaths and bridges that connect to other free getaways including the historic 1909 facade of the Flinders Street Railway Station as well as Federation Square’s famous plaza adorned with museums, art exhibits and abstract statues ideal for a home base. For those looking to stick together instead, great places include a handful of shopping hangouts ranging from the Victorian-era interior of The Block Arcade to the local vendors offering a truly unique touch to the outdoor-indoor breezeways of Queen Victoria Market. And remember to wind down with dinner somewhere close, choosing between modest Korean options at Chick-In, or cool Southbank hangouts like Wayside Inn’s filing eats and rooftop lounge.