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Essence Hotel Carlton

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

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Billiards
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
View from property
Terrace/patio
Exterior

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 price is £70
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025

Room options

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Standard Queen | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Queen

Highlights

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

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Economy Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Economy Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Laptop workspace
  • 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
Laptop workspace
  • 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

  • Lygon Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • 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

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 University of Melbourne. 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

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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)

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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.
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
Melbourne Tune Hotel
Tune Hotel Melbourne Carlton
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Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel
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ibis Melbourne Swanston Street Hotel

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.

Essence Hotel Carlton Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Samira, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Adam, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good
Trudy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Trini, 2-night trip
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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 with friends
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4/10 Fair

The room was not clean, when I asked if they could someone, they didn’t anyone!
Dahir, 5-night business trip
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4/10 Fair

We dont like it basically because the room is so small . it is hard for 2 people to walk around.
Michelle, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great space and location.
Paul, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable room. Very close to what I needed and good value for money!
Kym, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good location and excellent services
3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

There was no wall sockets near the bed and while I didn’t think this would be an issue. It was. The rooms are also small and boring. Very average for the price I paid. I probably wouldn’t recommend or stay again as having a phone next to me while it charges was important at this time of stay
Rhys, 3-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

A very ordinary and basic hotel. Very handy and perfect position for our needs. Literally no where in the bathroom to put personal items, semi blocked bathroom sink and a dirty bin.
Angela, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Access problems with tram works. Machines going all night.
Enda, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed and showers, clean and had everything I needed for a short stay.
Dee, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff members were helpful rooms were what we after
Rock, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cassie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Amatul, 16-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and affordable
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Catrin, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room had everything you would require for short stay,mine was 1 night, small rooms but comfortable great location
kerry, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable Clean Convenient Courteous Quiet
Essence Carlton was a great place to stay. Staff were great. Room was well presented and clean and it was diligently serviced daily. Bed and pillows were very comfortable. TV and remote worked well. AC was ready to use and worked well cooling from17-23C. Sure the room was small but we expected that. The tram stop was conveniently located 50m down the road. Room 341 was quiet with a window which opened to a grassed area. Great value for money hotel.
Raffaele, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good stay
The Good Clean room with shampoo and towels The Bad They could offer more soap pellets
George, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hee Seung, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Adam, 1-night trip
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