Essence Hotel Carlton

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Scored 7.6
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.0

Property highlights

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About this property

Just 5 minutes’ walk from the University of Melbourne and Lygon Street, Essence Hotel Carlton offers rooms featuring a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy access to an indoor courtyard, gym, communal kitchen and a pool/games area. Essence Hotel Carlton is only 2 tram stops from the centre of the city. It is 10 minutes’ walk from RMIT University, Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Museum. Melbourne Airport is 35 minutes’ drive away. All air-conditioned rooms feature a safety deposit box and a work desk. Each room has a private en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk and a guest laundry.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • BBQ facilities
  • Lift
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Availability

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1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Rachelle
Australia Australia
“The friendly staff and how tidy the room and was good for the price I paid for it.”
Greg
Australia Australia
“Great location, good onsite parking, rooms well appointed for a quick stay”
Catherine
Australia Australia
“Room compact but had everything that was required. Great location. Would stay there again.”
Alyssa
Australia Australia
“Pleasant, easy to get to location right in the CBD. Staying for a professional development course and found that it was within walking distance of the course and had lots of shops and food nearby. 24hour reception was incredibly helpful with late...”
Tayla
Australia Australia
“The staff were so incredibly kind and accommodating. It was clean, nice, and great value for money”
Tina
Australia Australia
“Location was perfect as we had a show at Hamer Hall. Staff very friendly and helpful. Parking was cheaper than most. Checking in was super easy.”
Gail
Australia Australia
“This really is an excellent location. Walking distance to Lygon Street, museum Vic Market. Short drive or public transport to the zoo. Best shower I have had in a motel/hotel and looked newly renovated. I also really like it when you can open...”
Martha
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Neat and tidy place on Swanston St, 2 minutes from the tram into the city. Room is on the smaller side but it’s clean and tidy and everything is there including an iron, safe, shampoo/conditioner, and minibar with milk for the coffee and tea...”
Rischelle
Australia Australia
“The property was conveniently located close to where I needed access for a work trip. I was able to safely walk to and from the Melbourne Business school at night. The staff are available 24/7 and were professional and friendly.”
Hannah
Australia Australia
“The staff are really exception at essence. I've stayed many times and they always remember me and make me feel at home, trying their best for early check ins and answering all my requests. The rooms are very clean, it is on the tram line and...”

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Essence Hotel Carlton takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$65. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the maximum height restriction for the carpark is 2.1 metres.

Luggage storage is available at the hotel.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card, in addition to the total amount payable (excluding prepaid rates).

Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card in addition to the total amount payable (excluding prepaid rates).

Please note that early check-in or late check-out is subject to availability on the day, additional fees may apply.

Please contact the hotel for more information, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Essence Hotel Carlton in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.