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Free wifi
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Sun deck
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Welcome to the Essence Hotel Carlton, where your Melbourne adventure begins with comfort and style! Nestled just 0.7mi from the bustling city center, this delightful 3-star gem on 609 Swanston Street is the perfect base for exploring all the vibrant culture and attractions that Melbourne has to offer. With prices starting at an affordable $111, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the lively rhythm of the city without breaking the bank.
Dive into a world of relaxation with our fantastic amenities, including free WiFi to keep you connected and a fitness center to help you stay active during your stay. After a day of urban exploration, unwind on our sun deck or enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour front desk. Our non-smoking rooms offer comfort and tranquility, plus wheelchair accessibility for all our guests. Don’t forget, you can enjoy the stunning views from our upper floors—perfect for an Instagram-worthy snap!
With a remarkable 1323 reviews from fellow travelers, the Essence Hotel Carlton has proven to be a favorite among visitors. The friendly atmosphere, helpful staff, and well-equipped accommodations will make you feel right at home in the heart of Melbourne. Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, this hotel promises to enhance your travel experience, ensuring you leave with unforgettable memories!
At the Essence Hotel Carlton, choosing your restful retreat is part of the fun! Whether you're a solo traveler looking to recharge or a family on an adventurous getaway, our diverse range of rooms caters to all types of explorers. Opt for the cozy Standard Room, ideal for families with comforting accommodations for up to four adults and three children, or perhaps the elegantly designed Standard Queen room, perfect for a romantic escape. For those seeking a tranquil solo stay, our Economy Single room offers a peaceful setting to recharge after a day of Melbourne’s excitement.
Your mornings start with gusto when you wake in one of our stylish rooms! The views from the upper floors might just tempt you to stay in a little longer, perhaps with a coffee in hand as you soak in the bustling sights of Swanston Street below. Each room has been thoughtfully curated to offer a peaceful retreat with a pinch of style! With free WiFi at your fingertips, you can easily share your morning adventures or keep up with friends as you plan your next excursion around the city’s extraordinary food and cultural scenes.
As the day winds down, our central location means that you're just a hop away from a wealth of local eateries and entertainment options. After savoring the world's cuisine across the street, head back to the hotel and relax on our sun deck—perfect for mingling with fellow guests or basking in the Melbourne sun. So, pack your bags, grab your camera, and get ready to create incredible memories at the Essence Hotel Carlton, where every corner invites you to enjoy Melbourne to the fullest!
Closest airports
Essendon Airport
6.2miMelbourne Airport
11.2miAvalon Airport
31.5miFree wifi
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Sun deck
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
View
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
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Standard, Queen Size
1 Queen Size Bed
150 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Tea/Coffee maker
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Welcome to our Standard Queen Room, a cozy and comfortable space perfect for you and your loved ones. With a spacious 151 sqft, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV, you'll have everything you need for a delightful stay. Fall in love with the modern amenities, like air conditioning and a shower, as well as the beautiful view of our inner courtyard. Sleep soundly in our Queen size bed and wake up feeling refreshed and ready to explore. Your comfort is our priority, and we can't wait to welcome you.
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Deluxe
1 Queen Size Bed
170 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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Experience the ultimate comfort in our Deluxe Queen Room, featuring a private bathroom, stunning view, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Perfect for couples or small families with its spacious queen size bed and accommodating up to 2 adults and 1 child.
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Standard, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
150 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Tea/Coffee maker
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Experience comfort and convenience in our inviting Standard Twin Room, equipped with two cozy twin beds, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. With its modern amenities and serene inner courtyard view, it's the perfect choice for a relaxing stay for you and your loved ones.
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Standard, Twin, Single Use
1 Twin Bed
150 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Tea/Coffee maker
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Experience comfort and convenience in our Single Room, boasting a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV. With an elegant twin bed and a range of amenities, it's the perfect retreat for solo travelers.
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Standard, 1 Queen Size Bed
150 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Tea/Coffee maker
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The single room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
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Featured reviews:
Luke
8.2
April 2023
The location was great, quick and easy to get into the city centre via tram or foot. Several good food places are located around the area. Great to have parking available also.
The room was very, uh, 'compact'. Almost all the floor space was taken up by the bed! Could have had a bit more space. I knew the room wasn't huge when I booked, but I have had rooms of a similar grade/price in the past that were just a bit roomier. All good though, still happy with our stay.
Nancy
10
February 2025
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 stay guests that appeared available to all. Great location. Coffee shops, restaurants and places to buy odds and ends just steps away. Close to the free CBD trams, although I walked just about everywhere. Take a tram just for the experience
Not much room to hang clothing
Judith
8.2
November 2024
It’s well situated with the tram and lots of restaurants close by. Clean and comfortable room.
The room could have done with some information as is normal in other hotels (e.g. about laundry service, gym or what to do if you don’t need cleaning). While the room had a tea station with kettle, you had to find a socket to use it (I had to put the kettle on the floor to use it). And the showers can trigger the fire alarm of the hotel if bathroom doors aren’t closed properly (it actually happened during my stay).
Lorraine
9.1
October 2024
For us it was a great central location to everything we wanted to do. Tram stops very close. Found the reception staff were always greeted us with a smile & very helpful with any of our questions. Even though we were in a front room we were impressed that we did not notice any outside traffic noise especially since the trams went past & stopped just down the road.
The heating/cooling system was a bit of a challenge to get right. We had to ask about how to get our room serviced as we had no compendium with that type of information
Starick
8.2
February 2025
The location was great, friendly staff, room was clean. Trams right out the front. Taxi fare to Southern Cross station was about $15. About a 10 min walk to Queen Victoria markets. The shower was nice and big with a rain showerhead.
Only one pillow and only 1 towel each, but staff were happy to bring more. Not much storage room, only draw under bed. Room very small. The shower was very loud when running. Fire station outside room, so sirens went off throughout the night. I would still stay again if it was a short stay.
Haseeb
8.2
October 2022
location, room is clean, all amenities provided, fresh towels every day, lift access, wifi, parking in basement, no noise from other rooms, large TV in the room, lights can be switched off from the bed, floorboards means that there's less dust.
Room is very small, aircon struggled, very noisy at night as its near a main intersection. The showerscreen style glass bathroom door means that bathroom privacy is limited. A solid door would be better. You have to use intercom for parking access. My spot was fine, but most spots are very cramped. Best to ask for Accessible Parking when booking.
Baker
8.2
August 2023
What breakfast l didn't know there was one. It would have been good to have been able to have breakfast before leaving for work.
There was a problem with the air-conditioning.. It was set on the lowest setting it felt like the hottest day in summer. I drank 2 bottles of water that night, my throat was stuck together, l couldn't swallow.. l was dehydrated. I would stay awake for 2 hrs sleep for half hr. I was here for a work event. So l wasn't in the best shape for work. Except for that whole night every thing was exceptional. Breakfast would have been a good option.
Mick
8.2
February 2024
My rating about the bed only being average is my subjective opinon and reflects that it wasn't the best for me only. I'm sure other people would find them more than suitable or to their liking so take that into account with the review. If you like the inner city vibe and bustle then this place is for you, good location well priced. There is undercover parking however the clearance is very, very low and the spots are tight which if you have a small/medium car and not a big 4WD then it won't be an issue for you.
John
9.1
September 2023
I had not stayed at the Hotel before, but it was the closest accommodation to the Union Theatre (University of Melbourne) where I was going to see a performance. While the room was small, for one night it was more than adequate for my purposes. It was well appointed, the TV was a decent size, the bed was comfortable and all the fittings and finishings were modern. It even had a decent-sized vanity (unlike the Arrow down the road). Not big enough for a stay where you need to bring any quantity of luggage but if you are just travelling with a carry-on like I was, it was ideal. The young man on reception was helpful and patient with regard to my hearing impairment.
The room was small, but I 100% anticipated that it would be.
Matthew
8.2
July 2023
Staff were fantastic and easy to approach, gym facility was excellent and had a very good workout and session myself, bed was pretty comfortable and easy to sleep on, bathroom was perfect and very clean inside.
The TV is pretty outdated with the room I chose and I found it disappointing that I couldn’t use streaming services such as Netflix etc when I needed to spend sometime in my room which I found disappointing, TV remote wasn’t the best as there wasn’t too many buttons to press and seemed useless, there was a bit of some odd stain on my curtain which I thought was strange and didn’t think too much of what it was, the sheets I found to be really tight at time when I needed to pull them up to try and keep warm and was a bit thrown off when there wasn’t much of a sheet protection covering the mattress which seemed lazy and the buttons for the aircon and heater weren’t working which wasn’t ideal when I needed to try and adjust the temperature.
Attractions
Melbourne Museum
0.5miLygon Street
0.5miMelbourne Regent Theatre
0.7miMelbourne Royal Arcade
0.7miMelbourne Town Hall
0.8miCollins Street
0.8miForum Melbourne
0.9miMelbourne Star Observation Wheel
1.5miRod Laver Arena
1.7miKings Domain
1.8miAAMI Park
1.8miLuna Park Melbourne
4.5miCaulfield Racecourse
6.5miBrighton Beach
8.5miDominique Portet Winery
28.7miAttractions
Melbourne Museum
0.5miLygon Street
0.5miMelbourne Regent Theatre
0.7miMelbourne Royal Arcade
0.7miMelbourne Town Hall
0.8miCollins Street
0.8miForum Melbourne
0.9miMelbourne Star Observation Wheel
1.5miRod Laver Arena
1.7miKings Domain
1.8miAAMI Park
1.8miLuna Park Melbourne
4.5miCaulfield Racecourse
6.5miBrighton Beach
8.5miDominique Portet Winery
28.7miAirports
Essendon Airport
6.2miMelbourne Airport
11.2miAvalon Airport
31.5miFree wifi
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Sun deck
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
View
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Game room
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Tea/Coffee maker
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Sitting area
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Outdoor furniture
Sun deck
Parking
Parking On Site
Private Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Fitness center
View
Inner courtyard view
View
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 10:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Private parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 29 per day.
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+1-833-728-2041Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
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Eftpos
This property accepts cash.
When are the check-in and check-out times for Essence Hotel Carlton?
If you're staying at Essence Hotel Carlton, the entry is set at 02:00 PM and exit is by 10:00 AM.
Does Essence Hotel Carlton provide free parking options?
Yes, there is parking available at Essence Hotel Carlton. The parking is private and is located on site. However, it is important to note that parking reservation is required.
What are the rates at Essence Hotel Carlton?
The beginning rate for stays at Essence Hotel Carlton is $111. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.
What are the room types available at Essence Hotel Carlton?
The Essence Hotel Carlton offers Deluxe Queen Rooms, Standard Queen Rooms, Standard Twin Rooms, and Single Rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of these rooms. The Deluxe and Standard Queen Rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child, while the Standard Twin Room can also accommodate 2 adults and 1 child but has two twin beds instead of one queen bed. The Single Room is suitable for 1 adult and does not have space for any children. The room sizes range from 151 sqft to 172 sqft.
Which amenities can guests enjoy at Essence Hotel Carlton?
At the Essence Hotel Carlton, guests can make the most of their time by enjoying the leisure amenities provided. The fitness center is a great option for guests looking to stay active during their stay. Whether guests prefer to work out on the cardio machines or do strength training, the fitness center offers various options to suit different preferences.
For those who want to soak up some sun and relax, the sun deck provides the perfect spot. Guests can unwind on the comfortable loungers and enjoy the warm weather while taking in the beautiful views.
Additionally, the hotel offers BBQ facilities for guests to use. This allows guests to have a fun and enjoyable outdoor dining experience. They can gather their friends and family and have a delightful time grilling up some delicious meals together.
Overall, guests have several leisure amenities at their disposal during their stay at Essence Hotel Carlton.
Does Essence Hotel Carlton accept credit cards and cash payments?
Yes, Essence Hotel Carlton accepts credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, Diners Club, and American Express. They also accept cash payments.
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