If you'd prefer to find accommodation after you arrive in Melbourne, temporary accommodation may suit you while you search for more permanent accommodation.
It's important you organise this in advance, as places can book out quickly. Most inner-city hotels will include a surcharge for special event times, such as before the start of the semester, the Australian Grand Prix weekend, the Australian Open Tennis event, the cricket and AFL Football season.
Off-campus temporary accommodation
Note: The following companies listed are independent, private businesses and are not owned or operated by the University of Melbourne.
It is your responsibility to make sure your private accommodation suits your needs. Any rental agreement or arrangement you enter into is strictly between you and the private accommodation provider. Each provider will have their own application process. You'll need to contact them to find out how to apply.
Also ensure you know your tenancy rights before signing a rental agreement.
Family stays
Some hotels around campus offer economical rates on family-stay hotel rooms, most of them have a 24-hour reception.
- Lygon Lodge (6-minute walk to Parkville campus)
- Melbourne Carlton Central Apartment Hotel (8-minute walk to Parkville campus)
- Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands (20-minute tram ride to Southbank campus)
Hotel Search website
Some hotels give discounts for booking well in advance, you can book online on hotel search websites and check out their special offers.
Budget-friendly hostels
There are some budget-friendly hostels located nearby either Parkville or the South Bank campus, most of them have a mix of private rooms and dormitory accommodation for you to choose from.
- The Village Melbourne (8-minute tram ride, 12-minute walk to Parkville campus)
- Melbourne Central YHA (20-minute tram ride to Parkville campus, 16-minute tram ride to Southbank campus)