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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 drapes
Dining
Terrace/patio
Elevator
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 center
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY533
CNY587 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

Standard Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Economy Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 2,288 reviews
The price is CNY406
CNY447 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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About the neighborhood

Map
609 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053

What's nearby

  • Queen Victoria Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Melbourne - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Melbourne Central - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 51 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 9 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 20 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 27 min walk
  • Melbourne Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 16 min walk
  • Parliament Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Hareruya Pantry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Universal Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ini Studio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Humble Rays - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Queensberry Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Essence Hotel Carlton

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

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent 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
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (AUD 29.00 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Coworking 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 center
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-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 drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 percent

Parking

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

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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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 to 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 spots 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 onsite 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 center and an arcade, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Essence Hotel Carlton like?

Essence Hotel Carlton is a short 10-minute walk from Melbourne Central Station and 8 minutes' walk from Melbourne Central. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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