Name: Punthill Essendon North
Address: 261 Keilor Road, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, AU
Price range: $133–$267 per night
Rating: 9

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Punthill Essendon North is described as clean and comfortable, with helpful, friendly staff and straightforward check-in, plus modern rooms that meet practical needs, from balconies and views to kitchens and comfortable beds.

The location beside Tram 59 and near shops and restaurants makes getting to the CBD and airport easy. Reported drawbacks include tram noise in some street-facing rooms, tight on-site parking that can fill, occasional housekeeping lapses (dirty items or missed servicing), one after-hours access issue, and an uncomfortable sofa bed for some. Overall, expect a convenient, well-kept base with mostly attentive service.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the secure on-site parking, though spaces are tight and can fill; some used street parking nearby.

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MURRAY

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was brief but excellent, staff very helpful and professional. The car parking and the location all made it a very enjoyable stay and will definitely use again.

10

Giovanni

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a great place to stay with lots of Eateries in walking distance as well as the Public transport. Our Studio Apartment was very comfortable, clean & nice & quiet. Loved our 2 night stay & also great to have secure under cover parking

10

Kylie

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely to stay at only issue I had was my vehicle is large and it was a tight squeeze in the Area secured parking area

10

Fatma-Nur

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Felt like home away from home, was clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend. Great service, easy check in and check out. Parking was available upon request, although it is a tight spot and can get full quickly. Location was central to everything.

10

Ngoc tram Tracey

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel exceeded my expectations - great value for money. Our apartment was spacious, very clean and had the basic necessities. Street parking available and lots of restaurants to dine from.

10

Nadine

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location , our car was safely parked in the hotel car park , clean room , everything we needed & lovely friendly staff . Would stay there again

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Cleanliness

Rooms are often described as very clean and fresh, but a few guests reported dirty linen or dishes and missed servicing during holiday periods.

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Karen

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty linen and doona no face washer in bath room. No tea or coffee in room

10

Julie

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Easy check in and check out.

10

AKIE

Nov 11, 2023

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Stayed 8 nights

It’s very clean. No smell of smoking. The pillows didn’t smell at all. I usually have this kind of problems at other hotels.

10

Wesley

May 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were very friendly and room was clean and modern

10

Krystle

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location is located right along the Route 59 Tram Line making it quite easy to travel to both Downtown Melbourne and the airport. It is also walking distance to convince stores and a shopping plaza. Staff was very friendly and thorough at check-in. The room was cute, clean, & updated. No issues or commotions caused by other guests.

10

Audrey

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked as a last minute stay and the staff were really accommodating and made the process so easy for us to check in after reception hours. Room was lovely and tidy, had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

8

Ian

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Was very good room very clean and comfortable

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Ngoc tram Tracey

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel exceeded my expectations - great value for money. Our apartment was spacious, very clean and had the basic necessities. Street parking available and lots of restaurants to dine from.

10

Kylie

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, comfortable bed. Friendly staff

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Carolyn

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

not all kitchen ware was clean. Live tv was not easy to find. Staff were very helpful

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Rooms

Modern, comfortable rooms with balconies and occasional city views; beds are generally comfy, though a sofa bed and twin-joined 'king' drew criticism. Some street-facing rooms get tram noise, and one apartment felt compact.

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Laura

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My partner and I stayed here for two nights as we had him booked in for a tattoo up the road and thought it made more sense to stay in Essendon than traipsing back and forth from the CBD. The hotel was very accommodating - Luke was wonderful at concierge when we arrived and enabled us early check-in (around 11AM). We stayed in a one bedroom apartment, and it contained the following: • a kitchen with stovetop, microwave and full-sized fridge. We only used the fridge. • two TVs - one in the living room and one in the bedroom. • a Queen bed. • a laundry, iron and safe. • a wonderful shower (great water pressure!) Strangely, the room did not contain tissues or a stand for your luggage to sit on, so we had to leave our suitcase on the floor (and under foot). It was certainly comfortable, but on the smaller side. We spent most of our time outside so it was only really a place to rest our heads. There is a door in the living room which I believe links to the adjacent room which might be a nice option if you are travelling as friends but want your privacy. The location is excellent - there is a tram stop basically on the doorstep which would take you into the city. Although, given our room faced Keilor Rd, the noise of the tram late into the evening might be disruptive if you're a light sleeper. I would definitely stay here again - a nice alternative to the city and a quick run to the airport!

8

Joseph

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 10 nights

Close to shops and resturants, noisy tram lines but all night. I did not like the split system AC in the rooms, they are outdated and building rooms should have had the conventional Mechanical Vents as building is ventilated via mechanical ventilation system

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Christopher

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great rooms. Beds are a little bit stiff but comfortable. Not a huge fan of the two twins together being called a king bed, but that’s being nitpicky. The balcony is great and the showers are perfect. Very comfortable place I will definitely book again.

10

Lois

Oct 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A very nice place to stay with comfortable beds

10

Giovanni

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a great place to stay with lots of Eateries in walking distance as well as the Public transport. Our Studio Apartment was very comfortable, clean & nice & quiet. Loved our 2 night stay & also great to have secure under cover parking

10

Michael

Jun 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We loved being here sheer comfort in every way possible.

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Karyn

May 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable bed

10

Peta

Dec 7, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was even better than we expected and the staff were very helpful

10

Janet

Jun 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location Comfortable room Helpful staff

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Natalie

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Could see the city skyline from balcony in 2 bedroom adjoining suite on 2nd floor

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful and accommodating, including smooth and after-hours check-ins; Luke is mentioned by name. There are isolated complaints about poor after-hours support and an unexpected sofa-bed charge.

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Karin

Jun 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy check in, friendly staff, clean room, room had everything we needed.

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MURRAY

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was brief but excellent, staff very helpful and professional. The car parking and the location all made it a very enjoyable stay and will definitely use again.

10

Krystle

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location is located right along the Route 59 Tram Line making it quite easy to travel to both Downtown Melbourne and the airport. It is also walking distance to convince stores and a shopping plaza. Staff was very friendly and thorough at check-in. The room was cute, clean, & updated. No issues or commotions caused by other guests.

10

Joanne

May 9, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We were very pleased with our stay at Punthill Essendon North. Staff were very helpful, especially Luke. The one thing that caused us a bit of concern was the photos on Expedia which we found a little confusing.

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Audrey

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked as a last minute stay and the staff were really accommodating and made the process so easy for us to check in after reception hours. Room was lovely and tidy, had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

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Yu-Chen

Sep 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

1. Not happy with Punthill charged us extra for setting up the sofa bed when I booked for 2 adults with 1 child with Expedia already. 2. The guy at check in was very helpful and pleasant. 3. The sofa bed was not comfortable at all. The unit we had only got high windows so couldn’t see out at all from the living room. 4. May be more kitchen utensils and some bread knifes etc. Everything else is great. 5. Handy location for food and free off street parking across the street.

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Kaye

Jul 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, quiet accommodation. Close to the trams. Easy access to town. Lovely staff - every single one of them. Would stay again.

10

Fatma-Nur

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Felt like home away from home, was clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend. Great service, easy check in and check out. Parking was available upon request, although it is a tight spot and can get full quickly. Location was central to everything.

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Sheradine

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked online, and arrived just after reception hours and could not get access. help number didnt care just said sorry

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Mark

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Luke was super helpful in accomodating a room change no fuss, good amenities

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Location

On Tram 59 near shops and eateries, with easy links to the CBD and airport; many found it convenient. Some reported tram noise at night from Keilor Road-facing rooms.

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Laura

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My partner and I stayed here for two nights as we had him booked in for a tattoo up the road and thought it made more sense to stay in Essendon than traipsing back and forth from the CBD. The hotel was very accommodating - Luke was wonderful at concierge when we arrived and enabled us early check-in (around 11AM). We stayed in a one bedroom apartment, and it contained the following: • a kitchen with stovetop, microwave and full-sized fridge. We only used the fridge. • two TVs - one in the living room and one in the bedroom. • a Queen bed. • a laundry, iron and safe. • a wonderful shower (great water pressure!) Strangely, the room did not contain tissues or a stand for your luggage to sit on, so we had to leave our suitcase on the floor (and under foot). It was certainly comfortable, but on the smaller side. We spent most of our time outside so it was only really a place to rest our heads. There is a door in the living room which I believe links to the adjacent room which might be a nice option if you are travelling as friends but want your privacy. The location is excellent - there is a tram stop basically on the doorstep which would take you into the city. Although, given our room faced Keilor Rd, the noise of the tram late into the evening might be disruptive if you're a light sleeper. I would definitely stay here again - a nice alternative to the city and a quick run to the airport!

8

Joseph

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 10 nights

Close to shops and resturants, noisy tram lines but all night. I did not like the split system AC in the rooms, they are outdated and building rooms should have had the conventional Mechanical Vents as building is ventilated via mechanical ventilation system

8

John

Jun 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, clean, convenient motel to stay at.

8

Caryn

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great access to coffee, food and public transport

10

John

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 20 nights

Great place to stay, not far from the city. There are plenty of good places to eat within walking distance.

10

Krystle

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location is located right along the Route 59 Tram Line making it quite easy to travel to both Downtown Melbourne and the airport. It is also walking distance to convince stores and a shopping plaza. Staff was very friendly and thorough at check-in. The room was cute, clean, & updated. No issues or commotions caused by other guests.

10

jamie

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome place right on the edge of Niddrie and a short drive to Melbourne CBD. Highly recommend!

8

Kaye

Jul 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, quiet accommodation. Close to the trams. Easy access to town. Lovely staff - every single one of them. Would stay again.

10

Charles

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was walkable to rhe restaurants, safe and secure.

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Nadine

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location , our car was safely parked in the hotel car park , clean room , everything we needed & lovely friendly staff . Would stay there again

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