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Hostel · ★★ · Tourism Adventure Group
# Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda

Gardenvale, Melbourne, Australia

8.3 ·  Very good 497 reviews ·  #315 #315 of 478 in Melbourne ·  6.7 Location score
## About Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda

Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda is a hostel in Gardenvale, Melbourne, Australia. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 497 reviews. Facilities include bar, free wi-fi. It is 5.7 km from the centre of Melbourne. The nearest beach is 470 m away. The nearest airport, Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), is 16 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 52

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 2004

- **Chain:** Tourism Adventure Group

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 13

17 Carlisle Street

## How Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda scores

Better rated than 31% of hotels in Melbourne

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **6.7**
-   Beach access **8.7**
-   Public transport **5.9**

Melbourne average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Bar

### Leisure

-   Terrace
-   Nightclub

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Kitchen
-   Balcony

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **79**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **109**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **4**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">St Kilda Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">470 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">8 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">St Kilda railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">910 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">36 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Melbourne</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Luna Park Melbourne290 m
-   Scenic Railway310 m
-   Australian Queer Archives800 m
-   Jewish Museum of Australia890 m
-   Geoffrey Kaye Museum of Anaesthetic History1.5 km
-   Game on1.6 km

## Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hostel. Discovering Melbourne becomes even more accessible, thanks to the taxi amenities provided at the hostel. During your stay at this fantastic hostel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out and luggage storage. Obtaining passes for the town's top entertainments becomes effortless with hostel's tours. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundromat ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hostel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hostel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service and air conditioning for your convenience. A few accommodations within Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda offer unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the television for your enjoyment. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature toiletries and towels for your convenience. Create unforgettable moments with your fellow voyagers just steps away, at hostel's karaoke rooms, bar and nightclub, for a delightful evening together. At Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda, guests can access vending machines that provide light snacks and beverages 24 hours a day. At the hostel, discerning guests can also enjoy on-site culinary facilities like shared kitchen tailored to their preferences. During your stay at hostel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. During your stay, don't forget to allocate some moments to experience the readily available shoreline.

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## Questions about Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda

### How do guests rate Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda?

Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 497 reviews, which is better than 31% of rated hotels in Melbourne.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### How far is Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda from the airport?

The nearest airport, Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), is 16 km away in a straight line.

### Is Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 470 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda have?

Nomads - Formerly Base St Kilda has 52 rooms on 3 floors.

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