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Essence Hotel Carlton

3.5 star property
Hotel with 24-hour fitness, near Melbourne City Baths

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Terrace/patio
Located near Melbourne City Baths and RMIT University, Essence Hotel Carlton offers a vibrant retreat with an arcade/game room, outdoor entertainment area, and coworking spaces. Connect to in-room WiFi or unwind on the garden terrace.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Room options

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Standard Queen

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Co Living Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Essence Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Essence Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Essence Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
609 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053

What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 51 min drive
  • Showgrounds Station - 7 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 20 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 27 min walk
  • Melbourne Central Station - 9 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 16 min walk
  • Parliament Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Universal Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mandina kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hareruya Pantry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ini Studio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Humble Rays - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Essence Hotel Carlton

When you stay at Essence Hotel Carlton, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Melbourne Central Station is only 9 minutes on foot.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Indonesian, Lao, Malay, Thai
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (AUD 29.00 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Co-working spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2013
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Arcade/games room
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 90
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Parking

  • Self-parking costs AUD 29.00 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Melbourne Tune
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Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Essence Hotel Carlton offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Essence Hotel Carlton does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel Carlton?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Essence Hotel Carlton?

Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 29.00 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Essence Hotel Carlton?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Essence Hotel Carlton?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Essence Hotel Carlton and nearby?

Essence Hotel Carlton has a 24-hour fitness centre and an arcade, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Essence Hotel Carlton like?

Essence Hotel Carlton is located on the Strip in Carlton, a short 9-minute walk from Melbourne Central Station and 8 minutes' walk from Melbourne Central. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

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Essence Hotel Carlton Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great little hotel within walking distance of Lygon Street, Melbourne Central and Vic Markets. Had a morning appointment and the hotel let me leave my car in their carpark until my appointment was finished at no extra charge. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facilities, helpful staff
Hayley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Trini, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel's name is unique, as its "essence" was totally more from what l had to leave to be able to stay there at extremely short notice🙏🙏
Sally, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel 7 staff were very good
Darryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In a nice area in Carlton, quiet and very walkable down Swanston to the main CBD area. Close to Queen Victoria market as well, tram right outside. Staff were friendly and helpful, car park was secure, underground.
Amber, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A real mixed bag in a good location
The hotel has a perfect location, convenient to public transit and walking distance to so much that one would want to do or see. The reception staff was super nice and accommodating, and the beds were supportive without being hard. The room , however, was not cleaned on three of the six days we were there, and we had to repeatedly request clean towels as a result. It is the smallest hotel room I have ever stayed in, and the lack of a desk or a chair was a fatal detail that made our stay less than comfortable. There is virtually no usable counter or table space. It was difficult to maneuver around the limited space and there is nowhere to put suitcases or even to unpack clothing. The bathroom is also small, though it is well designed and was comfortable, though not enough to make up for the room problems.
Keith A, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in Carlton
Great location for my trip. Pleasant staff who were very helpful. Had an appointment a short walk away and they let me leave my car in the hotel carpark after checkout until I returned. Very grateful for that. Short walk to Lygon Street for dining. Would definitely stay here again.
Adam, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Modern but small room. Very clean and well serviced. Fairly decent location relative to Queen Victoria Mkt . Laundry machines are $10. Filtered water available on main floor.
Victoria, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very close to public transport and easy access to the property. Room was clean, with a very accessible shower, however, no fan system for the shower heat (hence notice about keeping door fully shut so as to not activate alarm system). Bed was very comfortable but a little close due to the size of the desk in room. Otherwise, a wonderful stay.
Alana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, very affordable, and by far the comfiest beds ive ever sleep on when travelling!!! such a great location aswell!
courtney, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Value for money and great service
Service from the reception was very, very good. Got my room early after a 25 hour flight, and it seems the receptionist understood my urgent need for a shower. The location is great - next to china town so if you like Asian food there is plenty of nice places nearby. One improvement: the room was very, very dusty the ventilation system in bathroom, and the higher horizontal surfaces, such as curtains and over the bed. Not for people with allergy concerns.
Line, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay
Mitchell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location and excellent services
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great space and location.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Clean room. Good accessible bathroom. My only criticism is that I asked for an accessible room and I didn't find out that I wasn't getting one until I had checked in. This was frustrating because I had chosen this hotel because it came up in a search of accessible hotels.
Emma, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed and showers, clean and had everything I needed for a short stay.
Dee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was very happy with the Accommodation and location. Excellent place to stay.
Holly, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice easy stay
Bryce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location, clean and comfortable
Damian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Rachel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice and comfort room for a reasonable price.
Kimberly Alessandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little getaway spot in Melbourne - will come again.
Melanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location.
Collette, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable room. Very close to what I needed and good value for money!
Kym, 3-night trip