Is Barkly Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barkly Backpackers - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Barkly Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Where is Barkly Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in St Kilda, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Acland Street, St Kilda Road, and St Kilda Beach. Luna Park and Palais Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Balaclava Station is 17 minutes by foot and Windsor Station is 23 minutes.

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About the neighborhood

Located in St Kilda, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Barkly Backpackers - Hostel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Collins Street and Melbourne Central are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St Kilda Beach and Brighton Beach. Check out an event or a game at Melbourne Cricket Ground, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, a top attraction not to be missed.

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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2016/2/6

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great atmosphere, very relaxed. Female dorm room has a private bathroom with shower. Nice beaches, restaurants, bars, cafés and shops within walking distance. Wifi only in common area.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

2022/5/3

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Craig, MENTONE

2021/12/1

Build with the history & vision of the original St Kilda culture. Although Barkley St overall may be in need of a renovation. Conveniently close to McDonalds & when it was time to go a tram only metres away.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2021/3/21

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice stop over for a night or 2. Breakfast included.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

2019/6/6

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

2019/5/10

Liked: Amenities

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Top few rungs of the bunk bed were broken off so getting into bed required some acrobatics. Very rarely were the staff at the desk so ended up calling to phone to see if they’d appear which is when they’d promptly get of the couch they where chilling on to actually help me. There are also no rules in place such as no talking/lights off after a certain time, people would be chatting loudly in the dorms and turning lights on past 11

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2019/3/8

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Surfer

2019/1/2

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was dirty .the guy was friendly but the passion was terrible.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

2018/12/4

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2018/9/30

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

2018/9/22

Liked: Staff & service

The staff at the hostel were really polite and very helpful. The issue is that there were too many people living in the hostel long term that keep the room a mess, there are storage lockers that short term guests can't use as the long term people use them as wardrobes, and the long term girls in my room went out of their way to make me feel uncomfortable, complaining to each other whenever I entered the room that short term guests shouldn't be allowed to stay in the hostel and that I should be made to leave. It was more like a cheap shared house for them rather than a social hostel for anyone to stay at, so if you're staying long term then this would be great but if not then don't bother.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Alice, Toulon

2017/11/27

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Personnel accueillant et gentil.

La cuisine est ouverte en permanence, ce qui est un excellent point en leur faveur. Malheureusement on ne force personne à faire la vaisselle, aussi faut-il souvent attendre que les employés viennent tout nettoyer. . les rangements pour les courses sont insuffisants, il faut patager lrs bacs avec quelqu'un sur place. Néanmoins l'ambiance y est très agréable, avec de la bonne musique pour tout le monde le soir. Seul hic : si le linge de lit est propre, les chambres ne le sont pas. De plus, les douches sont trop peu régulièrement nettoyées avec peu de tapis de sol pour vraiment espérer avoir les pieds propres avant de se coucher ... les éponger sur la moquette de la chambre pour ne pas en mettre dans son lit, cest un peu moyen. Le tenancier est néanmoins fort agréable, et le personnel toujours souriant. Les livres et renseignements touristiques à l'entrée sont de qualité par rapport aux autres auberges, et j'ai pu découvrir quantité de choses agréables grâce à leur sélection pointue. J'y repasserai... mais en transit :)

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Louise, Melbourne

2017/8/24

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly and homely place to stay

Small and friendly place to stay. Owner was very helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Tara, Australia

2017/4/15

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what expected

Location was great however rooms were nothing like pictured. The other guests were loud way into early morning. Beds were very unstable and made lots of noise ate slightest movement. Many of the other guests in the dormitory left the door open/unlocked and I feared that some of my items could be stolen with the carelessness. It was an okay place since I only was there to sleep but I would not reccomend to any of my friends.

8/10 Good

Stephen

2017/2/27

Liked: Staff & service

When in Rome....

Good backpacker accomodation- extra friendly reception

2/10 Terrible

Ann

2017/1/12

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Pei-Yuan

2016/12/26

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

8/10 Good

Ray, Albury

2016/12/21

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

St Kilda Rd Tram stop 34 then walk to Barkley st

Friendly helpful staff. The kitchen area had the cooking facilities required for a sumptuous meal. And good storage for food. Good roomy atmosphere at the hostel.

8/10 Good

Sue, Adelaide, South Australia

2016/8/16

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Barkly gem

When I stayed at Barkly Backpackers Hostel, I found it to be busy but quiet area, beds were in good condition, however, the pillowcases need to be changed with each new guest. The bathroom and shower looked clean, but no spare toilet paper. The dorm was well aired, and the kitchen was kept clean by the worker on reception shift. A helpful, friendly bunch, helped make my stay there enjoyable.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2016/4/15

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Shoooo

Good place but a lot of long term guests. Free wifi and nice staff.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

2016/4/4

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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