What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Docklands?

A motel is an excellent option if you're getting ready to road-trip around Docklands. These escapes are usually found near airports and major roads, feature on-site parking and have basic services and amenities. Spend your stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and welcome amenities such as a gym, lobby and meeting rooms, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Docklands?

Consider spending your break at Sub Penthouse On Barkly Street . Enjoy the complimentary breakfast included at this 3-star retreat before going out and discovering Docklands and its surroundings.

Do any 3-star hotels in Docklands have a pool?

Orange Stay at Collins Wharf and Oceanview Docklands are 3-star getaways with a pool in or near Docklands. The summer months of December, January and February are an ideal time to reserve a hotel with this sought-after amenity. On average, temperatures in Melbourne range from 15ºC at night to 26ºC during the day in the warmest month of January.

What 3-star hotels in Docklands have an on-site restaurant?

There's a range of excellent choices around Docklands, including Oceanview Docklands . Together with an on-site restaurant, this 3-star property has premium bedding and an ocean view. Alternatively, see what's on the menu at Melbourne Short Stay Apartments at Melbourne CBD . A cafe and tennis are a couple of other amenities here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Docklands have WiFi?

Make use of the WiFi and stay connected during your getaway at Orange Stay at Collins Wharf or Oceanview Docklands . They're leading 3-star hotels around Docklands that have this essential amenity.

What 3-star hotels in Docklands have parking?

Enjoy your getaway without worrying about parking spots at Oceanview Docklands . Orange Stay at Collins Wharf is another 3-star stay in or near Docklands that comes with a place for your wheels. Make sure to include a couple of fun day trips while holidaying in or close to Docklands. Sovereign Hill and Peninsula Hot Springs are two worthwhile attractions.

Do any 3-star hotels in Docklands have rooms with a kitchenette?

OMI Homes on Collins is among the top options in or near Docklands. Make use of the kitchenette, premium bedding and individually decorated rooms at this 3-star getaway. Arrow on Swanston is another stay that'll help you save dollars on dining expenses. Pool sun loungers and a cafe are two other conveniences here.

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1. ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

Melbourne Central Business District

Elvis

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A grand lobby with a central staircase, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

2. The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District

Craig

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A high-rise building with multiple floors, large windows, and a flag.

3. YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

Melbourne Central Business District

Surinder

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, glass railings, and hanging plants.

4. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District

Sabrina

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Ciloms Airport Lodge

Tullamarine

Karla

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a painting on the wall, and a coffee maker on the counter.

6. ibis budget Melbourne CBD

Melbourne Central Business District

Paul Thomas Joseph

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade and a visible entrance.

7. CitiClub Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District

David

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A breakfast bar with a variety of food items and beverages, including cereal boxes and a coffee machine.

8. ibis budget Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport

Jan

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7 Nov - 8 Nov

A high-rise building with a distinctive blue facade, surrounded by various other buildings in a cityscape.

9. ibis Melbourne Central

Melbourne Central Business District

Melanie

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'ibis HOTEL' sign in front.

10. ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

Glen Waverley

Dinar

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A staircase with wooden railings and carpeted steps, leading to a room with a cityscape mural on the wall.

11. ibis Styles Kingsgate

Melbourne Central Business District

Jason

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern house with a covered porch, a visible number '4' on the side, and a car parked in front.

12. Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

Attwood

Phil

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sliding glass door to the outside, and a small bedside table.

13. Melbourne Airport Motel

Tullamarine

Monty

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade and a geometric pattern.

14. ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

Southbank

Luis

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A high-rise building with a modern glass facade, a street with cars and a bus, and a red brick building with arched windows.

15. Arrow on Swanston

Carlton

Sergei

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a reception desk, two staff members, a bicycle, and seating area.

16. Best Western Melbourne City

Melbourne Central Business District

Lyn

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a table, and chairs near a large window with a city view.

17. Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments

St Kilda

Leonie

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10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a building.

18. Bounce Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District

Chris

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through sheer curtains.

19. Essence Hotel Carlton

Carlton

Hunter

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a cityscape view.

20. City Limits Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District

Matthew

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1 Nov - 2 Nov

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