Is parking available at the property?

Yes, self-parking is available on-site for a fee of AUD 30 per day. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking, as it is limited.

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

Check-in is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but it is recommended to coordinate with the property in advance.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Melbourne, just steps from Lygon Street and within a 10-minute walk of the University of Melbourne. It is approximately 0.8 miles from Queen Victoria Market and 0.9 miles from Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Carlton Lygon Lodge - Comfortable Stay in Melbourne

Average nightly price at Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$113
February	US$107
March	US$136
April	US$80
May	US$78
June	US$71
July	US$82
August	US$80
September	US$82
October	US$100
November	US$137
December	US$124

What guests think

At Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni, travellers highlight a convenient Lygon Street location near eateries and transport, clean and comfortable rooms with kitchenettes, friendly staff, and good value, while noting dated fittings, street noise, and parking limitations.

Common problems include inconsistent housekeeping, maintenance issues like tricky shower temperature or low pressure, stained or worn finishes, and occasional Wi-Fi trouble. Service shows helpfulness, though early check-in flexibility and room readiness can be limited, and a few guests reported door lock concerns. Best for travellers seeking a straightforward stay focused on location and price.

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Facilities

On-site parking is limited and can be confusing or costly; guests report mixed experiences from free or cheaper spots to $30 daily charges and off-site overflow.

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Franceen

22 Jun 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Room great comfortable clean location good only bad thing was the parking their wasn’t any if you did get parking it was $30 we had to move car everyday and put money in machine horrible a rip off

8

Desmond

12 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Generally fine but Parking situation is ridiculous

8

Wayne

10 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Safe Car Parking in the Building

8

Genstar

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hidden Gem in Carlton with everything you need. Kichen, utensils, desk TV, spacious, balcony, great staff and car park (limited spots). Bathroom looked newly renovated. Restaurant next door can deliver meals. Will definitely go back

6

Robert

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good budget accommodation. Expensive parking in the region, nothing fancy but did the job

6

Damian

17 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room was comfortable it the Receptionist was very unhelpful. Asked about on site parking and third their parking was full. When walked through there was at least 5 empty car spaces. Had to park on the street.

10

Ken

16 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

a bit dated but very convenient position and parking is always good.

8

Darren

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great stay at the Carlton lygon, team stop 5 min walking distance, parking overnight cheaper than most car parks, friendly staff, plenty of tea coffee in room always a bonus

10

Catherine

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the location. The room was clean and neat and was serviced daily. I was able to secure a car park for free at the venue. Able to walk to restaurants and cafes, plenty to choose from. I would highly recommend it for anyone who wants a great location at a low cost accommodation fee.

6

A

22 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Booked two queen beds but the room was one queen one single and a fold out sofa. It was fine for what we paid, it was the cheapest room and did the job, all the necessities. Its a bit loud in the hall way though doesnt block out sound. Good location for us. Theres a parking right next door but its not the hotel parking, we mistakenly parked there and got slugged with a call out fee cause the parking closes 2am sunday. Just make sure you follow the instructions to park at the hotels parking.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews praise clean rooms and crisp linen. Others note dirty or mouldy bathrooms, stained carpets or balconies needing attention, and inconsistent linen changes, plus isolated reports of pests or bedbugs.

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Lauren

16 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean, comfortable, quiet, and in a great location.

6

Matthew

15 Jun 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

The hotel is in a fantastic location for eating out, walking outside brings you immediately to a large array of restaurants, cafes and bars . This feature alone makes up for the very average accommodation which I would describe as basic yet functional. Unfortunately our room wasn’t particularly clean as the bathroom had worn in grime on tiles and obvious body hairs that was missed due initial clean.

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Wendy

17 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

very clean

6

Jeremy

27 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location and decent sized room but room is poorly laid out. Shower was very dirty and fixtures broken/lose. No bed skirt which made it feel like a dorm room. Hotel desperately needs a good deep clean and some updates.

2

Lewis

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

the worst place ever. filthy. disgusting. disgraceful service.

6

Glenn

5 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms at this property look way nicer in the photos on line. I liked my stay, however my friend was bitten overnight by bed bugs or fleas quite badly.

4

John

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The cleanliness of the room was disappointing and the carpets were extremely dirty and stained. This was our only complaint in respect of the property.

10

Melissa

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely clean rooms, great amenities, very nice place to stay

8

Bruce

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient location in the centre of Lygon Street. Rooms were spotless. Linen crisp although showing its age. Very quiet overnight considering the location. Good air-conditioning in the middle of a heatwave.

4

Marieetta

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The young man at the desk was very polite. This property is in prime position in Lygon Street. BUT…. The place needs a good clean, on the surface it looks clean but don’t look too close. The door to our room needed a good wipe down, entering the room your senses are offended by the smell of stale cigarette smoke. The shower head wouldn’t stay up and the top of it was filthy. The kitchen bench had a chunk missing out of it, definitely should not pass health inspection. The balcony was dirty and needed a good sweep. The hallway carpet needed a good vacuum and tiles a good mop. Such a shame that this Hotel has not or is not maintained, as it has great potential. And just needs a good deep clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable, often spacious, and equipped with kitchenettes or balconies; some are quieter away from the street. Recurring drawbacks include dated decor, Lygon Street noise, and occasional water temperature or pressure issues and patchy Wi-Fi.

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stella

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was an issue with the shower where you couldn’t adjust the water temperature.It went from one extreme to the other with nothing in between. Other than that the stay was comfortable.

6

Adrian

29 Mar 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Staff were great, we were in the room overlooking the street and we found it too noisy from the live music in the restaurant nest door and too many cars with loud exhaust systems. And motorcycles. The hotel was convenient for our needs, short walk to trams. It also would have been nice to have clothes storage so we had to live out of our luggage bags for our six night stay.

10

Jo

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In heart of Lygon st so great location. Front room which is a bit noisy but balcony option to Lygon st makes it a good trade-off. Stayed twice now and would again.

8

Sandra

1 Feb 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Clean room, plenty of space. Kitchenette was handy. Trams nearby and they run very frequently. Supermarket down the road and the hotel is surrounded by eating places. The Afghan restaurant nearly next door was excellent.

6

Josh

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Good location. Rooms could do with an update.

6

Craig

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had a Lygon Street facing room. The room itself is big and has a kitchen, and everything you need. But the noise from Lygon street is loud. Plus there is a restaurant/bar undernearth that was playing loud live music until 11:30 pm on a Monday night... So, not ideal if youre after an early nights sleep. I normally dont mind noise, but this was a little much for even me. The reception area is pretty small and underwhelming. The property itself is getting pretty tired. The staff were very friendly, and the location is great if you like lots of eating choices. You can partk across the road near the park for free from 6:30pm until 7:30 am. Otherwise parking options are expensive everywhere nearbye. The property was fine. Nothing terrible, just not particularly amazing either.

8

Michael

19 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location. Room was large.

8

David

23 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean rooms and spatial, very close to good restaurants. Two issues - one was difficulty maintaining temperature of water in the shower and the other was the price tripled on our last night.

10

ROGER

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location being situated close to all the local amenities and the city. Excellent, efficient and very helpful customer service at check-in. Room was clean, comfortable, and quiet despite being on busy Lygon St. North facing room made all the difference in Melbourne mid-winter. As a past resident of North Carlton, I would highly recommend this property. I only wish I had discovered this place before my visit to Melbourne for a reunion and stayed the whole three nights instead of only one night. Thank you to the staff, Roger M

8

Emily

17 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location of this property was great - right on Lygon Street - walking distance to lots of great restaurants and bars. Everything was clean and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. There is nothing wrong with the place. It could do with jazzing up with some modern features etc. However, suited my needs for the night. Also being right on Lygon Street it was a little noisy - you could hear the traffic. Thanks

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with efficient check-in and 24/7 reception noted. Some guests experienced delays with rooms being ready or limited early check-in flexibility, and a few found reception unhelpful.

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Suzanne

30 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly and helpful staff

10

Daniel

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff made check in and checkout a breeze.

10

Peter

23 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great position clean rooms and very friendly staff

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Damian

17 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room was comfortable it the Receptionist was very unhelpful. Asked about on site parking and third their parking was full. When walked through there was at least 5 empty car spaces. Had to park on the street.

8

Zach

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Service was friendly and efficient. Slight delay in check in due to my room not being ready for my check in time (2pm). Parts of the carpet in my room were poorly laid leading to concrete flooring underneath the carpet being visible. At the end of the day my stay was extremely pleasant. Public transport hubs are in very close proximity. With lots of dining options all in very close proximity.

10

Brendan

4 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

In a city where over-priced accommodation is the norm, the Carlton Lygon Lodge represents excellent value for money. From my check-in until departure the staff were incredibly helpful. The room was a generous size and impeccably clean. And the bed was incredibly comfortable! I will be back.

10

Jayne

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

LL met all our needs. A very friendly, welcoming staff.

8

Ross

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location and the staff were excellent.

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ROGER

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location being situated close to all the local amenities and the city. Excellent, efficient and very helpful customer service at check-in. Room was clean, comfortable, and quiet despite being on busy Lygon St. North facing room made all the difference in Melbourne mid-winter. As a past resident of North Carlton, I would highly recommend this property. I only wish I had discovered this place before my visit to Melbourne for a reunion and stayed the whole three nights instead of only one night. Thank you to the staff, Roger M

8

Mohammad

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly staff, clean and quiet room.

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Location

Excellent Lygon Street position close to restaurants, the University, and public transport links to the CBD. Some guests experienced night-time street noise typical of the area.

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Jai

18 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice location close to all the eating places along Lygon St and also close enough to walk to the city

10

Jennie

26 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous location in the heart of all the action that is Lygon Street

8

Phillip

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location.

8

Sandra

1 Feb 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Clean room, plenty of space. Kitchenette was handy. Trams nearby and they run very frequently. Supermarket down the road and the hotel is surrounded by eating places. The Afghan restaurant nearly next door was excellent.

8

Sam

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This property is well located near excellent dining, and trams and buses to the city centre, and near the museum and Victoria Street market

8

Kelvin

10 Dec 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The location is close to CBD area. Walking distance to the tram. It's a quiet place with lots of restaurants around the area for selection.

10

Rino

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

central to everything

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Bruce

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient location in the centre of Lygon Street. Rooms were spotless. Linen crisp although showing its age. Very quiet overnight considering the location. Good air-conditioning in the middle of a heatwave.

8

John

20 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient to University and City

8

Emily

17 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location of this property was great - right on Lygon Street - walking distance to lots of great restaurants and bars. Everything was clean and the staff were very welcoming and helpful. There is nothing wrong with the place. It could do with jazzing up with some modern features etc. However, suited my needs for the night. Also being right on Lygon Street it was a little noisy - you could hear the traffic. Thanks

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