Essence Hotel Carlton

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Scored 7.6
Rated good

Great location!

8.9

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 center 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 private bathroom with a hairdryer. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk and a guest landry.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • BBQ facilities
  • Elevator
  • Baggage storage
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Private parking at the hotel

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Guest reviews

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Chaminda
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“I really like the staff member done the check in process. Friendly and professional.”
Markham
United States United States
“Good location, near public transportation & restaurants.”
Rebecca
Australia Australia
“THe bed was very comfortable and the shower had great water pressure. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to the free trams or right out the front is the paid trams. It is only a 4 block walk to the Victoria markets.”
Susilawati
Indonesia Indonesia
“The location in Carlton is perfect because Swanton Street is very near to the city and there is a tram halt almost in front of the hotel (Queensberry Station). Transportation to go anywhere was very easy. The room is nice and clean, not too small...”
Marcia
Australia Australia
“Friendly staff. Convenient to trams ans central to where I was going”
Philoyhc
Singapore Singapore
“The location is great, functional room though on the small side”
Bridget
Australia Australia
“Good location close to the city, Carlton and Melbourne Uni”
Nancy
United States United States
“WONDERFUL staff. Polite, helpful and efficient. Nice room with small fridge. Washers and dryers available in clean setting on reception floor, along with a little lounge and lending library. Also a connected kitchen for the adjoining longer...”
Nancy
United States United States
“Kudos to both Nong and Austin. Very courteous , hard working, enjoyable. Excellent location near shops zoo, Chinese district, the Melbourne museum”
Ben
Australia Australia
“The hotel was well priced considering the events happening in the city at the time. It was a good size room with modern features and good ammenities.”

Hotel area info

Amenities of Essence Hotel Carlton

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • BBQ facilities
  • Elevator
  • Baggage storage
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Essence Hotel Carlton takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 101 is required on arrival. That's about $71. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs 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 fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the maximum height restriction for the parking lot is 6.9 feet.

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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 101 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 by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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