Melbourneis 11% cheaper — BDI "Pricey" (35/10) vs Sydney "Pricey" (35/10). Dorms avg $41/night vs $40/night.
Cost Comparison
Daily Budget
| Tier | 🇦🇺 Melbourne | 🇦🇺 Sydney | You Save / day |
|---|---|---|---|
brokepackr Dorm bed · street food · free activities | $54 cheaper | $61 | $7/day |
backpackr Mix of dorm & private · restaurants | $95 cheaper | $103 | $8/day |
flashpackr Private rooms · dining out · some tours | $145 cheaper | $156 | $11/day |
Price Intelligence
Seasonal Price Curve
Everyday Costs
Cost of Living
| Item | 🇦🇺 Melbourne | 🇦🇺 Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| 🥙Street food meal Local market, street stall | $17.77 17% less | $21.32 |
| 🍽️Mid-range meal Sit-down restaurant, one person | $42.65 12% less | $48.67 |
| 🍺Beer (local draft) 500ml at a bar | $8.53 | $7.11 17% less |
| ☕Coffee Espresso or flat white | $3.83 1% less | $3.87 |
| 🚇Single metro / bus Standard single ticket | $3.91 2% less | $3.98 |
Brokepackr Deal Index™
Our Verdict + Hostel Quality
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Melbourne
Australia
35
BDI: Pricey
Brokepackr Deal Index™
Higher dorm prices (avg $41/night). Strong hostel scene (15 hostels).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelSorrento Lodge (9.6)
Annual dorm avg$41/night
Total hostels15
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Sydney
Australia
35
BDI: Pricey
Brokepackr Deal Index™
Higher dorm prices (avg $40/night). Strong hostel scene (15 hostels).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelLord Wolseley (10.0)
Annual dorm avg$40/night
Total hostels15
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