Essence Hotel Carlton
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Essence Hotel Carlton

609 Swanston St, Carlton, Victoria 3053, Australia
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Last booked 11 hrs ago
Highlights
Cozy rooms
Lots to do
Ideal location
Amenities
Fitness Room
Private parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Wake-Up Call
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Guest Laundry
English
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Property Description
With a stay at Essence Hotel Carlton in Melbourne (Carlton), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne City Baths and Lygon Street. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from University of Melbourne and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from RMIT University. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a communal living room. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in our air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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8.6/10
Very Good
Very convenient location! Friendly staff!
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Surroundings
Metro: Melbourne Central
(770m)
Metro: Flagstaff
(1.3 km)
Airport: Essendon Airport
(17.9 km)
Airport: Melbourne Airport
(21.0 km)
Train: Melbourne Central Railway Station
(750m)
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Overview

Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

Essence Twin Room
11

Essence Twin Room

2 Single bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
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Co Living Single Room
4

Co Living Single Room

1 Single bed
May not have a window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
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Essence Deluxe Queen Room
10

Essence Deluxe Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
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Essence Queen Room
14

Essence Queen Room

1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Bath towels
Room Details
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Guest Reviews

8.6/10
Very Good
143 reviews
Verified Reviews
  • Cleanliness8.6
  • Amenities8.2
  • Location8.7
  • Service8.7
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AI Summary
The hotel provides convenient location near Mo University with easy access to public transportation and dining options. The 24-hour front desk has friendly staff offering excellent customer service.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
February 15, 2025
The people at the front desk were friendly and helpful. Rooms are small but clean. Location slightly outside of the free tram zone, on a street with lots of university students. Free water bottle refill at kitchen on the first floor.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 21, 2025
We were only in Melbourne for one night but the hotel was perfect for us ..location was very central and close to amenities...great view with a show of hot air balloons...staff were friendly and ordered a morning taxi fir us ...defo be back
N‍e‍l‍l‍y‍1‍1
January 3, 2025
Great location. Right in the heart of the city. If you like to walk it takes 15-20 minutes to get to everything in the city. Staff are very helpful and polite. Access to washing machine and dryer for 5 dollars. Also gym has decent cardio equipment and cable machine plus free weights. Rooms are cleaned everyday. Will definitely recommend.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
June 19, 2025
The room was clean and airy, the beds were so comfortable, and the bed linen was pristine. The Essence Hotel location was perfect for us. Would recommend to everyone,
J‍u‍n‍g‍ ‍G‍y‍u‍m
May 25, 2025
The location was really good in that it was on the fringe of the city centre so it was easily walkable into the CBD. Fairly clean, there was a gym which I did not get to check out, good bang for buck, no extra amenities in the room such as mini bar etc.
Y‍a‍n‍g‍O‍u
August 3, 2025
Very convenient location! Friendly staff!
D‍i‍o‍n‍ ‍D
January 1, 2025
All good. The place is clean, quiet and well located!
S‍G‍E
January 15, 2024
This is my Melbourne first hotel It is very nice Room is dry and cold So if has next trip I will choice this hotel

Services & Amenities

Fitness Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
More Amenities
Internet
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, AU$29.00 (approx. £13.91) Daily. Reservation needed.
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Health & Wellness
Activities
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Business Services
Accessibility
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–24:00
Check-out: Before 10:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
Breakfast not provided.

Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of AU$100.00 (approx. £47.94) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.

Pets
Pets are not allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Opened: 2020
  • Renovated: 2021
  • Number of Rooms: 235
Phone:+61-3-83465600
Email:reservations.carlton@essencehotels.com.au
With a stay at Essence Hotel Carlton in Melbourne (Carlton), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Melbourne City Baths and Lygon Street. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from University of Melbourne and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from RMIT University. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a communal living room. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in our air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The check-in time at Essence Hotel Carlton is 14:00-24:00 and the check-out time is 10:00.

Does Essence Hotel Carlton have a swimming pool?

No, Essence Hotel Carlton doesn't have a pool.

Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel Carlton?

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at Essence Hotel Carlton.

Does Essence Hotel Carlton provide breakfast?

No, Essence Hotel Carlton doesn't provide breakfast. But you can find some nearby restaurants and cafés that offer breakfast.

How much does it cost to stay at Essence Hotel Carlton?

Prices at Essence Hotel Carlton are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

Which airport is closest to Essence Hotel Carlton?

Essendon Airport is the closest airport to Essence Hotel Carlton, and it is about 27 mins from hotel by car (17.9 km).

What is the cancellation policy for Essence Hotel Carlton?

The cancellation policy for Essence Hotel Carlton varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

About This Property

Nearest AirportEssendon Airport
Distance to Airport17.87KM
Nearest Train StationMelbourne Central Railway Station
Distance to Train Station0.75KM
Nearest Metro StationMelbourne Central
Distance to Metro Station0.77KM
Average Price FromGBP81
Hotel Star Rating3