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Guest Houses in Melbourne

We reviewed every guest house in Melbourne and put the best-rated ones on this page — no matter the price or part of town.

M City Convenience

Melbourne Star ★★

Melbourne Guest house

5.9Needs improvement126 reviews

A practical stay with on-site parking, just a 6-minute walk from the Immigration Museum.

FromMYR 241per night

S Airport convenience

Silver House - Melbourne Airport Accommodation - 7 Minutes From Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Guest house

8.1Great732 reviews

A clean, budget-friendly stay 7 minutes from Melbourne Airport, with free parking and a shared kitchen.

FromMYR 217per night

S Airport Base

Sunny House - Melbourne Airport Home

Melbourne

8Great681 reviews

A budget-friendly stay near Melbourne Airport with free Wi-Fi, parking, and easy tram access to the city.

FromMYR 241per night

C Pool & Car Park

Chic Town House

Melbourne Guest house

5Needs improvement22 reviews

A compact Melbourne guest house with a pool and easy access to SEA LIFE Aquarium.

FromMYR 241per night

W Budget-friendly

Windsor Green Hotel ★★★

Melbourne Guest house

7.4Very good232 reviews

A well-placed, budget-friendly adults-only stay with a shared kitchen and laundry, about a 5-minute walk from Prahran Library.

FromMYR 302per night

C Value Stay

Carlton Terrace Hotel - Melbourne ★★★

Melbourne

A practical Carlton base with kitchenettes, close to Lygon Street cafés and the CBD.

FromMYR 686per night

M Airport convenience

Maruve Guesthouse 12 Min From Melb Airport ★★★

Melbourne Guest house

7.5Very good1,172 reviews

A practical airport stop with free parking and private bathrooms — close to Melbourne Airport and easy check-in even late.

FromMYR 196per night

D Family-friendly

Deco Family House

Melbourne Guest house

8.7Great245 reviews

A clean, quiet guest house with free parking and a garden – close to the tram line and 6 km from Prahran Market.

FromMYR 286per night

A Self-catering

Art House

Melbourne Guest house

8Great76 reviews

A self-catering stay with garden and parking, rated 8.5 for rooms.

FromMYR 184per night

3 Guest favourite

339 Swanston Fabulous ★★★★

Melbourne

8.1Very good10,329 reviews

Highly rated by over 10,000 guests, this 4-star Swanston Street stay offers a dependable central Melbourne base.

M Budget-friendly

Malvern Backpackers - Melbourne ★★★

Melbourne

8Great1,037 reviews

Friendly staff, great location near transport, and comfy beds at a budget price.

FromMYR 168per night

1 Pet-friendly

110 Beevers - Melbourne

Melbourne

5.7Rated101 reviews

A compact guest house with free parking, a patio, and tea/coffee facilities in every room.

FromMYR 311per night

Q Private & Pet-Friendly

Quite, Quaint & Private Guesthouse, Sleeps 6 ★★★★

Melbourne Guest house

9.3Perfect36 reviews

A private, pet-friendly bungalow in Melbourne with free parking and a 9.3 guest rating.

FromMYR 1,120per night

M Self-catering house

Melbourne Lovely Nest

Melbourne

7good10 reviews

A three-bedroom house with garden views, free parking, and a full kitchen – ideal for groups or families.

FromMYR 323per night

D Parking included

Dynamic Edge Hotel - Melbourne

Melbourne

5Rated6 reviews

A 5-minute walk from Aviary, with free parking and simple triple rooms.

FromMYR 356per night

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Guest Houses in Melbourne: What to Expect

Guest houses in Melbourne give you more space and a more personal welcome than a typical hotel. You'll find shared kitchens, free parking, and often a garden or patio — things that make longer stays or family trips easier. The cheapest options, like Maruve Guesthouse at AUD 68 a night, focus on practicality near the airport, while the top-rated Quite, Quaint & Private Guesthouse (9.3 rating) delivers a private, self-contained experience at AUD 388 for up to six guests.

Airport Stays: Quick and Budget-Friendly

If you need to be close to Melbourne Airport, several guest houses are just minutes away. Silver House is 7 minutes from the airport and rated 8.1, with free parking and a shared kitchen from AUD 75. Maruve Guesthouse is 12 minutes out, rated 7.5, with private bathrooms and late check-in from AUD 68. These are clean, practical choices for early flights or overnight layovers.

Self-Catering Stays with Parking

For travellers who want to cook and keep a car, several guest houses in Melbourne offer full kitchens and free parking. Art House is a self-catering stay with a garden and parking from AUD 64, rated 8.0. Melbourne Lovely Nest is a three-bedroom house with a full kitchen, garden views, and free parking from AUD 112 — ideal for families or groups. Chic Town House also adds a pool, with easy access to SEA LIFE Aquarium, from AUD 84.

Frequently asked

What is the cheapest guest house in Melbourne?

The most budget-friendly guest house on this page is Malvern Backpackers, starting at AUD 58 per night. It's a basic, friendly stay near transport with comfy beds. For a private room, Art House offers a self-catering stay from AUD 64.

Which guest house is best for families in Melbourne?

Deco Family House (rated 8.7) is a clean, quiet guest house with free parking, a garden, and close tram access — about 6 km from Prahran Market. Quite, Quaint & Private Guesthouse sleeps up to six and is pet-friendly, with a 9.3 rating and free parking.

How do I get from Melbourne Airport to a guest house?

For airport convenience, choose Silver House (7 minutes away, rated 8.1) or Maruve Guesthouse (12 minutes away, rated 7.5). Both offer free parking and shared kitchen facilities. From the airport, you can take a taxi, ride-share, or the SkyBus to the city and then connect by tram.

Are there pet-friendly guest houses in Melbourne?

Yes, Quite, Quaint & Private Guesthouse is a pet-friendly bungalow with free parking and a 9.3 rating. 110 Beevers is another option, with free parking and a patio, though its rating is lower at 5.7.

Which district should I choose for a first visit to Melbourne?

For a first visit, staying near the CBD is easiest — consider properties like 339 Swanston Fabulous (rated 8.1) on Swanston Street, with trams right outside. For a quieter, leafy feel, look at guest houses in Malvern or Prahran, like Deco Family House or Windsor Green Hotel, which are a short tram ride from the city.

Guest Houses in Melbourne

Melbourne's guest houses spread far beyond the CBD grid. You'll find them near the airport, backing onto gardens in quiet suburbs like Malvern and Prahran, and tucked beside Swanston Street's tram lines. Some are compact self-catering setups with kitchens and parking; others are straightforward rooms close to the action. What ties them together is a more homemade feel than the big hotels — often with shared spaces, a garden, or a helpful host.

Prices start around AUD 58 for a budget bed in a friendly share house and climb to AUD 388 for a private, pet-friendly bungalow that sleeps six. The cheaper stays cluster near Melbourne Airport or on the fringes, while the pricier ones sit closer to the city or in leafy inner suburbs. For travellers who want more than a standard room, these guest houses offer character, parking, and a local's sense of the city.

The bottom line

Guest houses in Melbourne suit travellers who want a more personal, self-sufficient stay — with kitchens, parking, and sometimes a garden — at prices that undercut most hotels. If you need a central, highly rated hotel with all the services, look at central Melbourne options like 339 Swanston Fabulous. For specific needs like parking, family-friendly setups, or a guaranteed star rating, check our dedicated pages for hotels with parking, family-friendly hotels, or 4-star hotels in Melbourne.