Is parking available at the property?

Self-parking is available on-site for a fee of AUD 30.00 per night, which includes in/out privileges.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately AUD 35 per person.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 35, and late check-out is available for a fee of AUD 50, both subject to availability.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services are available for a fee of AUD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details regarding room accessibility may vary, and guests are encouraged to contact the property for more information.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Melbourne, just steps from Lygon Street and within a 5-minute walk of the University of Melbourne. It is approximately 0.9 miles from Queen Victoria Market and 1 mile from St. Vincent's Hospital.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an outdoor heated pool, which is available seasonally. Guests can enjoy the pool during operational hours, which are not specified.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 12 years old or younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

BEST WESTERN PLUS Travel Inn Melbourne

Average nightly price at BEST WESTERN PLUS Travel Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$137
February	$113
March	$177
April	$114
May	$95
June	$98
July	$100
August	$95
September	$140
October	$126
November	$146
December	$158

What guests think

Across recent reviews, BEST WESTERN PLUS Travel Inn is consistently praised for its walkable Carlton location near Lygon Street and the CBD, generally clean, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff, though bathrooms feel small and noise can disturb some stays.

Guests like the outdoor pool and on-site parking and EV charging, but note extra fees, tight or full spaces, and that the restaurant, bar, or breakfast service is often closed or limited. Rooms are comfortable yet basic in places, with small bathrooms, occasional noise from lifts, deliveries or the pool area, some dated elements, intermittent Wi-Fi or A/C issues, and repeated requests for in-room microwaves. Overall, expect a practical, well-located base for Melbourne with straightforward comforts.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the outdoor pool and on-site parking (including paid EV charging), but report extra fees, tight/dark garage access, and limited wheelchair accessibility. On-site restaurant/bar and breakfast service are often closed or limited.

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Robyn

Jan 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the look of the pool even though we were not able to partake.

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Steve

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Was disappointed bar hardly open restaurant same not what on website bit misleading

10

Karol

Mar 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to Lygon Street restaurants. Pool was a great temperature for swimming all year round.

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Michael

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking fees are so expensive

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Julie Ann

Jan 7, 2026

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Stayed 11 nights

Super friendly, helpful staff. Nice sized clean rooms. Nice outdoor pool and seating area. Only very minor complaint is no rail to hold when getting into the pool.

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George

Nov 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Car park was full on arrival. In the advertising is claims off road car park. It did not say sorry car park is now full you may part out the front. If you say off road parking then deliver it please. Telling me I can park next door at a fee to me is a suitable option is not mentioned in on your advertising. Fix this and I will rate you all excellent in future.

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Alison

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location with buses and trams close by. The room was clean and equipped with 2 chairs (always a plus when you're a couple), kettle and fridge. Treated to a spectacular view of hot air balloons from our window on Tuesday morning. EV charging was convenient if not exactly cheap ($30-). Only one block from Lygon Street eateries and a Woolworths supermarket just up the road.

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Michelle

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location just out of the city, clean, fairly basic rooms but looks to be recently refurbished. Our room looked directly onto the pool which was nice. Good stay for the money.

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Terresa

Jul 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Advertises they have a restaurant so arrived at lunchtime hoping to get lunch before going out in the afternoon but restaurant was closed so had to menu log it. Room was right next to lift mechanism so was woken up all night as people were using the lift

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Rosemarie

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very basic hotel, definitely not disabled friendly, lift is barely wide enough to allow a small wheelchair to enter, hallways are extremely narrow. TV viewing is limited with no access to streaming Chanel’s and some free to air channels. Parking garage is very dark, tight and a lot of spaces are on an angle, it is also the only accessible entry for wheelchairs as there is no ramp to the building.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are commonly described as very clean and well maintained, with the pool area also looking clean. Some guests noted issues such as mould, a stained shower, empty toiletries, and occasional worn or unclean items.

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Mel

Dec 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Whilst our room was somewhat aged, it was clean and had everything we needed for an overnight stay.

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CARL

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

A smaller, more local old style hotel in Carlton next to everything on Lygon St but close to the CBD and the Carlton Gardens made this a more peaceful and friendly 6 night stay than if I had gone with my first choice, a flagship 5 star in the CBD. Very clean, good housekeeping, just 3 stories so quick to get out for a walk. Very friendly staff, and everything you need nearby. Using Uber from this location wasn't expensive, and the beds were super comfortable. The atmosphere is relaxed and tree lined streets and the university nearby, it's de-stressing and calm. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you for a very comfortable stay.

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Phillip

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was given wrong room, blood in shower. Not happy at the start with our booking.

10

Tania

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very clean. It was nice and quiet. Staff were nice and friendly. It has all the basics that we needed.

8

Wayne

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean and quiet. Good value for money and position in Carlton is excellent

8

Peter

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Majority of staff made you feel welcome

8

Michael

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location; excellent large room, very clean & quiet

10

Adrian

Jan 11, 2023

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Stayed 19,364 nights

property was all maintained and rooms were clean. the pool (we didnt use it) looked clean & well maintained.

10

Angelina

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean. There was some mould in the bathroom between the ceiling and walls. Our bidy wash was empty in the shower.

10

Kelly

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Yes! The room was spotless. The staff were amazing!!!

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable with good beds and adequate amenities, but bathrooms are small, some rooms feel basic or dated, and noise from lifts, deliveries or the pool can carry. Wi-Fi/TV streaming and A/C can be unreliable, and many want microwaves.

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Gemma

Jan 13, 2026

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Stayed 20 nights

Great stay. We stayed for 20 nights whilst visiting family in Melbourne. The room was a good size with everything you need. Good fridge, TV & air con. The staff were very helpful & friendly. We had an issue with our room card when we first checked in and Therese got it sorted for us swiftly. The location is perfect for exploring Melbourne, easy walk into the CBD & close to tram stops but far enough so you aren't in the immediate hustle & bustle. Great surrounding area with lots of bars and restaurants. Would recommend & would definitely stay again. Thanks

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Kevin

Feb 19, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

No microwave in the room though the restaurant staff helped out. Small room for three people. Toilet was very close to the sink and not comfortable. Somewhat disappointing considering this is a Best Western.

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Stephanie

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved our stay. Room was clean would have welcomed a microwave in the room

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Andrew

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was next to a loud elevator. Bar was not open or available. Room was very basic Bathroom was small. No complimentary water in the rooms.

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Don

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Renovated room clean and excellent location close to vibrant dining precinct and public transport Bathroom small especially if a bigger person. Eg toilet close to wall. Small shower and sink.

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Jessica

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were absolutely incredible. However I do think the rooms Should have microwaves in them for customers who are there for a reason and Want to microwave stuff etc

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Sophie

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One particular receptionist was just terribly rude. A younger man with glasses has little to no social skills and shouldn’t work with people if he’s going to give them attitude for simply checking in or out. We couldn’t connect the tvs to internet to use any of its services and the radio stations didn’t work so if you want to listen to music, bring a speaker. The rooms were nice and tidy and the beds were good but the staff member needs to take the stick out of his ass.

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KWAI CHI

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

早上5時左右已開始工作，房外有很多聲音，隔音不良。常被吵醒。

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Daniel

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

It has everything you need in the room, it seems very dated though. Showers were small, somewhat limited night lighting, but at least was warm and moody. Biggest problem was the noise. No privacy, had an angry woman bang my door when I was on the phone at night. She went to front desk and got the manager. Sound bleeds into the hallway very clearly. Not a very private space. Best thing for me was that it had full gym access to the university gym nearby. (Saves you 25$ a day)

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Lyndall

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioning was terrible, it was very hard to regulate the temperature so we didn’t get a lot of sleep.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly and helpful, with quick check-in and thoughtful assistance from staff. A few reviews describe rude or unhelpful interactions and occasional confusion over charges or information.

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Gemma

Jan 13, 2026

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Stayed 20 nights

Great stay. We stayed for 20 nights whilst visiting family in Melbourne. The room was a good size with everything you need. Good fridge, TV & air con. The staff were very helpful & friendly. We had an issue with our room card when we first checked in and Therese got it sorted for us swiftly. The location is perfect for exploring Melbourne, easy walk into the CBD & close to tram stops but far enough so you aren't in the immediate hustle & bustle. Great surrounding area with lots of bars and restaurants. Would recommend & would definitely stay again. Thanks

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Yu-Chen

Jan 13, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Excellent shopping and dining area. Very convenient with a swimming pool for hot days. Shame about carpark charges. We were charged $30aus/day because we booked through Expedia. The front desk guy was particularly friendly or helpful(check in 7Jan). He didn’t offered us an early checkin even though we were told the hotel wasn’t busy until AO starts. Very disappointed.

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Margaret

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Didn't like the way I was spoken to by staff member when checking out

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Vic

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff

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Benedict

Nov 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were all friendly and helpful from the front desk to the cleaners

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Jessica

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Genuinely horrified by my experience here. At 3:30 in the morning on our first night I was woken to a strange elderly man in only his underwear in our room, entering the side door to where my kids were sleeping. We forced him out and called the front desk who apparently came to deal with him and then… nothing. We called again to discuss the situation and spoke with an antagonistic man who provided no solutions, told us the doors don’t lock properly as if it was a feature, and then told us there were no security cameras in the hallways to check how the man got in. Our safety concerns were brushed off multiple times over our two-night stay by different staff, who also let us know there was no management on weekends so they couldn’t do anything regarding our booking. Unfortunately we couldn’t afford another hotel out of pocket for the amount of people in our family at such a late time so we ended up having to sleep with the door barricaded. I genuinely hope my corporate complaint is heeded and changes are made to ensure guest safety, but I’ll never be back.

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Sophie

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One particular receptionist was just terribly rude. A younger man with glasses has little to no social skills and shouldn’t work with people if he’s going to give them attitude for simply checking in or out. We couldn’t connect the tvs to internet to use any of its services and the radio stations didn’t work so if you want to listen to music, bring a speaker. The rooms were nice and tidy and the beds were good but the staff member needs to take the stick out of his ass.

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Stephen

Feb 12, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff

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Su

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and comfortable rooms with modern amenities. Staff helpful especially Therese at the front reception.

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Howard

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I left my pillow behind and they were more than happy to post it back to me.

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Location

Excellent Carlton location a short walk to Lygon Street dining, museums/Carlton Gardens, trams and the CBD, yet on generally quiet streets. Convenient for events at the Royal Exhibition Building and nearby hospitals.

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Michelle

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and easy - very walkable to lots of dining and entertainment options.

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Gerard

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ideal location, close to Lygon St eateries. A good size room and suited our purpose very well.

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Gemma

Jan 13, 2026

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Stayed 20 nights

Great stay. We stayed for 20 nights whilst visiting family in Melbourne. The room was a good size with everything you need. Good fridge, TV & air con. The staff were very helpful & friendly. We had an issue with our room card when we first checked in and Therese got it sorted for us swiftly. The location is perfect for exploring Melbourne, easy walk into the CBD & close to tram stops but far enough so you aren't in the immediate hustle & bustle. Great surrounding area with lots of bars and restaurants. Would recommend & would definitely stay again. Thanks

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YUKI

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lygon Streetのすぐ近くで、夕食にはおいしいイタリア料理が食べられる。ホテルの位置はトラムのフリーゾーンから少し外れているが、歩いてフリーゾーンの駅まで行くことができる。庭園も近く立地が良い。

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Michelle

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed for business, working an event at the Royal Exhibition building and it was super convenient and easy. Very walkable and lots of dining options at your doorstep. Would recommend and stay here again.

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Renato

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean, good location being close to Lygon st. Good value for price! Recommend

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Alison

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location with buses and trams close by. The room was clean and equipped with 2 chairs (always a plus when you're a couple), kettle and fridge. Treated to a spectacular view of hot air balloons from our window on Tuesday morning. EV charging was convenient if not exactly cheap ($30-). Only one block from Lygon Street eateries and a Woolworths supermarket just up the road.

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Wayne

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean and quiet. Good value for money and position in Carlton is excellent

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Michele

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, very comfy beds, parking and friendly staff. What more could you ask for. Very happy and can’t wait to return!

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Josie

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the location, walkable to museum, carlton gardens, CBD, shops, restaurants. It was quiet and clean and staff were excellent. The bed was ok (a bit lumpy), and bathroom a bit small but it was clean. Overall the hotel met our expectations and it was also great to receive a free bottle of wine due to Expedia silver status.

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Dining

On-site dining is inconsistent, with several reports of the restaurant/bar or breakfast being closed or unstaffed; a few guests enjoyed breakfast or meals when available.

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Jacqui

Mar 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pool looked great. Disappointing that there was no milk in the room so couldn’t make a cuppa.

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Rebecca

Mar 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Was clean and staff were very friendly, the food at the restaurant was very nice

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Steve

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Was disappointed bar hardly open restaurant same not what on website bit misleading

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Jean

Apr 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location for attending the AQC at the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton. Breakfast was great and close to many restaurants for dinner. Staff were very helpful.

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Ganna

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Really basic 2* accomodation, small outdated rooms, no breakfast, wifi non existent

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Andrew

Mar 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was next to a loud elevator. Bar was not open or available. Room was very basic Bathroom was small. No complimentary water in the rooms.

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Michael

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Nice large, clean room, well serviced daily. Friendly stafff. Excellent location for this hotel. My only question/comment is the so-called 'breakfast' room. A large, quite inviting looking dining room. But whenever I have looked in at that room during my stays here, there is nobody serving, and no menus! Very odd, and disappointing.

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Massimo

Jan 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

La posizione è buona e il personale alla reception gentile e disponibile. La camera era comoda e spaziosa, cosa che non si può dire del lavandino in bagno che era minuscolo al punto da faticare a lavarsi la faccia. Abbiamo fatto colazione ma non è chiaro come è uscito il totale, tra l'altro abbastanza alto, visto che abbiamo preso due cose identiche e abbiamo trovato in fattura due voci diverse.

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Emil L.

Jan 28, 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Lidt dyrt i forhold til faciliteterne: restaurant og bar ikke åbent. Spa-room, men blot alm badeværelse og ingen udsigt. Men receptionen var venlig og hjælpfuld

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Terresa

Jul 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Advertises they have a restaurant so arrived at lunchtime hoping to get lunch before going out in the afternoon but restaurant was closed so had to menu log it. Room was right next to lift mechanism so was woken up all night as people were using the lift

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