We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
All 102 Melbourne accommodations »

The Greenhouse Backpacker

Hotel amenities
228 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
4.0 of 5 stars 99 Reviews
The Greenhouse Backpacker
Which Melbourne hotels are on sale?
See hotels
Write a Review

99 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    28
    35
    14
    12
    10
Date Rating
Singapore
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Greenhouse Backpackers is located right in the city of Melbourne, making it very accessible and cheap to travel around! My friends and I enjoyed the stay, the most memorable experience is cooking in the kitchen and chilling out at the common area. Being able to cook allows us to save the money for some of our dinners, so we could... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by djgemz for Melbourne
Mildura, Victoria, Australia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Stayed here for 6 months, from the start of October 2011 to April 2012. The location of the hostel couldn't be any better, you are right by Federation Square and Flinders Street Station which is the Central Hub for the transport system around Melbourne. The hostel itself is very good, the tv room and area on the 6th floor are... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Jonathan Lazarovits, Public Relations Manager at The Greenhouse Backpacker, responded to this review
30 April 2012

Hi Tottey, I was glad to read that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. I have passed it along to our team here. More

Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Good location close to central Melbourne trendy cafes close by. Free Meal not good at all.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

First off, it's a hostel. Know what to expect when you stay at one. I booked a double for one, because it's still a great deal. Room was clean and nicely sized, nothing too comfortable, but again, it's just a place to lay your head at night. No windows, which was a bit irritating, but I would've just been looking... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by Drewcifer81 for Melbourne
Norwich, England, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was the first hostel that i stayed in when coming to Oz and it was actually recommend to me by a friend who now lives Melbourne and i'm so glad that i chose this hostel to stay in. Firstly value for money defiantly!! $35 a night but you get so much for that, I've stay in a lot of... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Amsterdam
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

This was one of the worst hostels we stayed in 3 months. To start positive: the location is great, in the centre Melbourne. We didn’t like the room without windows and noisy till late. The kitchen is not always available because some evenings they were making free meals and then you can’t use the kitchen. Kitchen was often dirty. Fridge... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Jonathan Lazarovits, Public Relations Manager at The Greenhouse Backpacker, responded to this review
1 April 2012

Hi Jacky, Thank you for leaving your feedback. Sorry to hear you did not enjoy your stay with us. In the year since your visit we have renovated the hostel, upgraded our kitchen and more. Thanks again and if there is anything else you wish to ad, please feel free to call or e-mail us. More

Zurrieq, Malta
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

First hostel in Melbourne I stayed in & i'm so glad I chose this one!! It's centrally located, clean and definitely secure! Nice big kitchen, welcoming communal area and of course the roof top where I met some lovely people :) Pub nits & pasta nits included! Not to mention the helpful staff throughout!! Free Wi-fi & best rooms are... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

I have stayed at 12 diff hostels across Oz and this is by far the best, clean room, the beds are sooo comfortable and sturdy as in if i roll over i don't move the person below me, the social areas are brilliant too with the massive TV room. I Defiantly recommend this hostel!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Really good experience! This was my first hostel in Melbourne. Friendly staff, nice and open communal area, big kitchen and security. Free wi-fi connection but really slow during busy hours. The room was spacious with shelves, lockers and space on the floor. The only bad aspect to me is cleanliness, but this also depend on users!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Achnasheen
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2012

Friendly staff,good security.Place gets a little noisy now and again,but so what,it's a hostel. My grouses-- 1.Constant music in the common area/lounge.Annoying when using internet,having to listen to Radiohead or worse. 2.Poor internet connection,which I think is probably just lack of band width,but needs sorting. otherwise --I had a great stay and am currently trying to re-book. Thanks again guys.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by Fraser G for Melbourne
Jonathan Lazarovits, Public Relations Manager at The Greenhouse Backpacker, responded to this review
29 February 2012

Hi Fraser, Thanks for taking the time to give us your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Kind regards, Jonathan More

Travellers who viewed The Greenhouse Backpacker also viewed

Melbourne Central YHA
4 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
Melbourne, Victoria
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1488063?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Space Hotel
4 of 5 stars 175 Reviews
Melbourne, Victoria
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d302728?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Melbourne Metro YHA
4 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
Melbourne, Victoria
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d263530?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 200 hotels in Melbourne, ranked by popularity »

Been to The Greenhouse Backpacker? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage The Greenhouse Backpacker, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing