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Essence Hotel Carlton

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

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • 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 CNY524
CNY577 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25

Room options

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

Standard Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Essence Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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

Essence Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Essence Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen

Highlights

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

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

Co Living Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Map
609 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053

What's nearby

  • Lygon Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 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 - 5 min drive - 3.4 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

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

Also known as

Melbourne Tune
Melbourne Tune Hotel
Tune Hotel Melbourne Carlton
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Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel
Essence Hotel Carlton Carlton
Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel Carlton
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 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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Reviews

Essence Hotel Carlton Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and available at a lower cost compared to other options. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay
Mitchell, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice easy stay
Bryce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great facilities, helpful staff
Hayley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Rachel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great space and location.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

This is the 2nd time I have stayed here and while the rooms are on the small side, they are always clean and tidy. The hotel is walking distance to Lygon St and the Royal Exhibition Building which is great and there is a tram stop out the front which goes straight to the CBD area
Scott, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean simple rooms for the solo traveller. Plus conveniently located a short walk from the Lygon St restaurants. Close to a couple of great local pubs The Lincoln and Queensbury Hotel.
Byron, 4-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

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 trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location. Pleasant staff
MIchael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed
Fiona, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was clean. Smallest room I’ve ever stayed in but was only there for a bed so not an issue
Sally, 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

Well presented unit. Parking could be a problem and does cost extra. Good value for money.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I have stayed a few times here now. The location is great for walking to many events around the city. Having a hotel with parking is a plus as well and cheaper than finding a spot in a parking garage. The room was nice and a good size. Noise from the hall this time was a problem. At 4:30 am for nearly 30 mins people were opening and closing their doors over and over leading to loud clicks and bangs as they opened and closed them. I don't know what was happening and why people needed to constantly be in and out of their rooms over and over banging doors.
Amber, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

My room wasn’t cleaned well each day and there was thick dust under the bed. On a positive note they moved me when my room Suddently smelt like cigarette smoke that was coming through the air conditioner. Friendly staff.
Michelle, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

I would have given it a 5 star. It was clean and all and overall it was a good experience. But it had lack of stuffs and service. They only have room cleaning once in the day and thats basically it. There is also no in-room calls and facilities like that. However, the rooms were very clean. And I didn't had much difficulties tbh. Recommended.
Saman Sarker, 7-night trip

2/10 Poor

Very bad house keeping
Abhishek, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was nice and clean and the staff were very nice and helpful. Good security parking
Ross, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed the stay it was convenient for the reason I was there
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Twin Rooms (while suiting our needs) are too small
JOHN, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a very busy time the sleep was much needed.
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

the room is clean, the shower felt fab, the staff was kind. what more does one need for a one night stay?
Pamela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was great, staff were friendly. Clean, but small rooms. The carpark was easy. Unfortunately there are a lot of personal belongings and old mattresses in the car park, making parking challenging.
Cassi, 1-night trip