Little Drifter Melbourne (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Little Drifter Melbourne?
What makes it 39% Baby-Friendly: Property states no cribs or extra beds, and no baby gear supplied; shared kitchen allows bottle warming, 24-hr desk & luggage storage suit prams; Melbourne Central parent rooms 700 m away.
Good match for:
- Social Explorers: Communal lounge, TV lounge games, and bar events create easy icebreakers for solo travellers.
- Budget-Conscious City Hoppers: Affordable dorm and private rooms near free tram routes and major attractions save on costs.
Things to keep in mind:
- Luxury Seekers: Minimalist hostel rooms and no spa or pool may disappoint guests seeking upscale amenities.
- Early-Morning Breakfast Eaters: Breakfast is not provided; plan to visit nearby cafés for morning meals.
What is so special about Little Drifter Melbourne for with baby?
- Central CBD spot a minute from Queen Victoria Market.
- Social lounge, bar and 24/7 kitchen to meet other travellers.
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout public areas.
- Private queen ensuite or budget dorm beds with private bathrooms.
- Six-minute walk to Melbourne Central Station and city loop.
Note: Little Drifter Melbourne is 39% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Hotels in Melbourne for a more suitable experience.
Transport & Nearby Access
Melbourne Central Station: 470m (6 min walk)
Direct Metro lines to Flinders Street Station and City Loop.
Flagstaff Station: 560m (7 min walk)
Access to regional V/Line services and Metro City Loop.
Baby-Friendly Activities around Little Drifter Melbourne
Queen Victoria Market: 100m (1 min walk)
Historic open-air market selling fresh produce, street food, and local crafts.
Tip: Visit on Wednesdays or Saturdays for the Night Market and fresh food stalls.
Flagstaff Gardens: 460m (6 min walk)
Heritage park with lawns, walking paths, and a war memorial.
Tip: Grab coffee nearby and picnic under the trees on weekends.
State Library Victoria: 560m (7 min walk)
Grand reading rooms, free exhibitions, and rooftop views.
Tip: Climb to the La Trobe Reading Room balcony for city panoramas.
Baby-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Little Drifter Melbourne:
Wi-Fi in public areas:
Free high-speed Wi-Fi available in all public areas.
Express check-in and check-out:
Skip queues with 24-hour express check-in and check-out.
Shared kitchen:
Communal kitchen open 24/7; equipped with stoves and refrigerators.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Luggage storage:
Secure luggage storage at front desk (additional charge).
Accessibility at Little Drifter Melbourne:
Elevator access to all floors. Ground-floor public areas are step-free.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Mix in the Communal Lounge: Join evening gatherings in the TV lounge to meet fellow solo travellers over games of pool.
- Cook and Connect: Use the 24-hour shared kitchen to prepare meals and strike up conversations with other guests.
- Map Out Your Day Offline: Download maps over the free Wi-Fi before heading out; data can be intermittent in laneways.
- Travel Light: Store bags at the hostel’s paid luggage service to explore the CBD freely without extra weight.
Reviews of Little Drifter Melbourne
David Alexander
***7 Star Experience*** A big shout out and thank you to the whole team at Little Drifter in Melbourne. From the very first moment until the last they never stop caring, being helpful and genuinely want to do their very best to ensure your stay feels like your "home away from home". A special mention to Owen (the absolute BEST), Kiera, Claudia, Archie and Ravi for being absolutely awesome 😎 A...
SED automatisatie
The hostel is modern. The private rooms are nice and also clean.The kitchen is very small with only a small freezer for all the guests. No laundry is available. Lockers will cost you 1$/h. Or 20$/day. Main problem is noice every night. All the rooms connect to the main social/party lounge for each floor, that is also used for the hairdryers. So all the laughter, music, phone calls etc that people...
Elsa Yu
It was my first hostel experience traveling alone in Melbourne, which was really nice! Perfect location in the CBD! The room is clean and the bed is comfortable. The shared space is cosy. The staff is super welcoming and helpful. Thanks so much to Claudia for her kindness and patience, excellent customer service! I was also lucky to meet the lovely girls in my room, sharing our experiences and fun...
Xenia Hackett
I was only here for one night passing through Melbourne and overall I enjoyed my stay. My only two pieces of criticism is that It was a little tricky to find the entrance at first, and that it would be nice to have key cards instead of codes on paper to access rooms. Rooms themselves were tidy and had good space to store bags. Area itself is very central and felt safe as a solo female traveller wa...
Madison Traore
I was welcomed by Ravi at reception on Friday, 12/12/25. Such a lovely guy! I was able to switch to an 8-bed dorm and get the bottom bunk, just as I wanted. He answered all my questions. As for the hostel, I highly recommend staying here. It’s new and beautiful, with great spaces to sit, eat, work, and cook. The rooms are clean, well-maintained, and fully equipped. It’s also a very social host...
Map of Little Drifter Melbourne
Address: 167 Franklin St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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How to get to Little Drifter Melbourne:
From Essendon Airport, take a taxi (19.6 km, approx. 27 mins) directly to Little Drifter Melbourne.
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