Essence Hotel Carlton
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Essence Hotel Carlton

609 Swanston St, Carlton, Victoria, 3053, Australia
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Last booked 13 hrs ago
Highlights
Excellent service
Cozy rooms
Lots to do
Ideal location
Amenities
Gym
Private parking
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Wake-up call
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Laundry room
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
Convenient transportation, clean
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Surroundings
Metro: Melbourne Central
(770m)
Metro: Flagstaff
(1.3 km)
Airport: Essendon Airport
(17.8 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
142 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
August 20, 2025
Stayed for 4 nights, only cleaned once, and I went downstairs to request it. On the other 2 nights, I had to go get the bath towels myself. It was terrible.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 17, 2025
All good
Y‍i‍n‍g‍q‍i
August 11, 2025
Convenient transportation, clean
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D‍a‍i‍f‍i‍s‍h
August 9, 2025
This time I was taking my child to the University of Melbourne. This hotel is located in the student housing complex, and the hotel itself is mixed in with the student housing. The room was small and the facilities were simple. You had to bring your own slippers, toothbrush, and toothpaste. It's about the level of a domestic guesthouse, certainly not as good as a chain business hotel. If you're taking your child to school, it's indeed very close to the school, and transportation and shopping are also convenient.
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Y‍a‍n‍g‍O‍u
August 3, 2025
Very convenient location! Friendly staff!
A‍n‍o‍n‍y‍m‍o‍u‍s‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 26, 2025
The location is very good, with convenient transportation. It is close to Melbourne city center and the University of Melbourne. The room is relatively small and is next to the student apartment. Overall, it is okay.
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 18, 2025
Good location! But the room cleaning is not very active 😂
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 12, 2025
Very good, and they picked a window seat for me
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Services & Amenities

Gym
Restaurant
Restaurant
More Amenities
Internet
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, AU$29.00 (approx. AED 69.72) 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.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
Breakfast not provided.

Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of AU$100.00 (approx. AED 240.39) 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 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.

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

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

Does Essence Hotel Carlton provide breakfast?

No, Essence Hotel Carlton doesn't provide breakfast.

Can I bring my pet inside the Essence Hotel Carlton?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate them in Essence Hotel Carlton.

Is there a restaurant at Essence Hotel Carlton?

Except for the breakfast, there is no restaurant in Essence Hotel Carlton. However, within short driving distance, you’ll have access to a wide variety of restaurants.

How far is the Essence Hotel Carlton from the closest airport?

The closest airport is Essendon Airport, and it is about 27 mins from hotel by car (17.8 km).

Is airport shuttle service offered by Essence Hotel Carlton ?

No, the Essence Hotel Carlton doesn't offer airport transfer services.

About This Property

Nearest AirportEssendon Airport
Distance to Airport17.75KM
Nearest Train StationMelbourne Central Railway Station
Distance to Train Station0.75KM
Nearest Subway StationMelbourne Central
Distance to Subway Station0.77KM
Average Price FromAED401
Hotel Star Rating3