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The Greenhouse Backpacker


228 Flinders Lane, Melbourne 3000, Australia

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2 of 5 stars
Tikkeni   5 contributions
Copenhagen
Nov 21, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Its supposedly the best hostel i Melbourne? I can't say that I agree. Staff were not helpful at all, I felt like I was bothering here when I had to check in. She could hardly be bothered to answer my questions. Not the best start. The kitchen is nasty, always dirty. Breakfast is very bla, but yeah what can you... more

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5 of 5 stars
JohnnyV4   9 contributions
Lisbon, Portugal
Oct 28, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

It's a really good hostel. With great facilities, a central location, awesome staff, free internet and a lovely terrace it's probably one of the best backpackers in Melbourne, and by far the best I've stayed until now. It has a never-empty common room so in case you are a solo traveller like I was it's a really neat place to... more

great place
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5 of 5 stars
GenevieveH4   1 contribution
Brisbane, Australia
Oct 18, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

friendly people, helpful staff, new renovated backpackers, clean and tidy, fantastic location, would definitely recommend and stay again more

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4 of 5 stars
klouiseSydney   4 contributions
Sydney
Oct 13, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

I stayed here for three nights, and I must say, I loved it! It's a nice and comfortable backpackers. The good: Comfortable Beds Clean Free Breakfast Free Internet Great Kitchen Good Staff Many comfortable common areas. The Bad: Uncomfortable pillows Windowless Dorms If you can put up with a windowless room you will love this place. It's nice, comfortable, clean... more

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4 of 5 stars
MerryGoRoundKnight   13 contributions
Bangkok
Aug 3, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

This hostel is very close to the police station and is very easy to get to the convenience store. The staff I met when i checked in was very helpful, when she knew what floor we were staying, she recommended that we went to another level for shower as the water runs very light on our floor. The internet speed... more

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4 of 5 stars
SoloCheapTraveler   1 contribution
Adelaide Hills, SA
Jul 26, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

I enjoyed my stay at the greenhouse backpackers and I would go back there. It was not overly quiet but it was comfortable, clean and perfectly located. I met a bunch of interesting people and they provided breakfast and a pasta dinner on Tuesday which was really good. It was secure and I felt very safe. Plus it was fabulous... more

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4 of 5 stars
willseedworld   5 contributions
Mumbai
Jun 8, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Hi I had stayed in a girls dorm for 3 nights during a backpack trip. The location is fab, close to train station, near tourist information centre, well-connected to the trams and right in the heart of the city. The property is basic & surely meets an ordinary backpackers requirements. Some rooms could be a bit suffocating (no ventilation) for... more

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4 of 5 stars
chloeonhols   1 contribution
Norfolk
May 8, 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

I came to Melbourne to stay with friends after travelling around other parts of Oz and can honestly say that this is the best hostel ive stayed in, fresh linen and towels, clean showers and toilets and friendly staff, what more could someone ask for when paying next to nothing to stay in the centre of this great city!!! Rooms... more

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3 of 5 stars
JackGao   2 contributions
Singapore
Apr 14, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed there for 2 nights.The hotel is at good location which is near to Flinder station.The price is low so do not expect too much.It is quite suitable for backpackers other than couples.You can hear the voice of people who are staying in the room next to you.It will bring you back to your time in university.The staff there... more

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1 of 5 stars
claire_pinkprincess   10 contributions
Worksop
Oct 22, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
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As the first place we stopped in Australia this hostel was so disappointing. Our first mistake was reading other reviews and thinking im sure its not that bad. The staff are very unhelpful. We paid more for this room than we should have, our double consisted of a bunk bed and lockers. The floor was disgusting and the room had... more

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228 Flinders Lane, Melbourne 3000, Australia
Melbourne Specialty Lodging The Greenhouse Backpacker
3.5/5.0
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