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Melbourne Host Payments

Homestay Host Reimbursement

The Australian Homestay Network operates in a number of regions across Australia. Each location has host reimbursement rates specific to the living costs and services available in that region. Host reimbursement rates include the use of laundry facilities, utilities (e.g. power, water) and internet.

Are you a student? Please visit the “STUDENT HOMESTAY PRICING” page for student prices.

2025 Homestay Host Reimbursement Rates Melbourne
Private RoomShared Room
Over 18s Homestay Packages (Per Week)
Complete Homestay
3 meals, 7 days per week
$390Complete Homestay
3 meals, 7 days per week
$360
Traditional Homestay
2 meals Monday to Friday, 3 meals on weekends
$360Traditional Homestay
2 meals Monday to Friday, 3 meals on weekends
$330
Dinner Only
$330Dinner Only
$300
No Meals
$290No Meals
$260
Under 18s Homestay Packages (Per Week)
Complete Homestay
3 meals, 7 days per week
$410Complete Homestay
3 meals, 7 days per week
$380
Traditional Homestay
2 meals Monday to Friday, 3 meals on weekends
$380Traditional Homestay
2 meals Monday to Friday, 3 meals on weekends
$350
  • Host reimbursement rates may vary for schools where there are special arrangements with AHN.
  • Additional reimbursement may be offered if hosts are requested to supply special services to guests.
  • AHN makes every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy and validity of the information provided, however, rates are subject to change without notice.

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We have throughly enjoyed having Tuk with us. We are definitely going to miss his presence in our home. He has been an absolute delight to have with us. We are looking forward to future students staying with us 🙂

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