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Our top choices for Essendon boutique hotels

A grand hotel entrance with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a red carpet leading to the lobby.

1. The Hotel Windsor

The Hotel Windsor
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel and I really enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Yan
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Hotel Windsor
A bar area with leather seating and a variety of bottles on shelves.

2. Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
4.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great value, well located hotel."
Australia
Russell
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reflective column, and a large window with a view.

3. The Royce

The Royce
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (198 reviews)
"Classy place, great location and really enjoyed the decor. Will definitely be back."
Australia
Brady
The price is £151
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Royce
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a high ceiling with skylights, and a brick wall with a fireplace.

4. Glenferrie Hotel

Glenferrie Hotel
4.0 star property
Hawthorn
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (602 reviews)
"A great location."
Australia
Jane
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Glenferrie Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a table with drinks.

5. Grand Hotel Melbourne

Grand Hotel Melbourne
4.5 star property
Docklands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location and great staff"
Australia
SANDRA
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Grand Hotel Melbourne
A modern interior with a mix of seating arrangements, including chairs and a table, and a staircase with a metal railing.

6. The Prince

The Prince
4.5 star property
St Kilda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Really nice wine bar."
Australia
David
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Prince
A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, lounge area, and a bucket of champagne bottles.

7. The Olsen Melbourne - Art Series

The Olsen Melbourne - Art Series
5.0 star property
South Yarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,286 reviews)
"One of my favourite hotels in Melbourne. Stylish and in a great location."
Australia
Jason
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Olsen Melbourne - Art Series
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of trees.

8. United Places Botanic Gardens

United Places Botanic Gardens
4.5 star property
South Yarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Excellent property and room. Only draw back is that I prefer a hotel with hotel service, i.e. proper room service, gym etc."
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is £305
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
United Places Botanic Gardens
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the cityscape.

9. The Kinson

The Kinson
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (907 reviews)
"Great location, huge room"
Australia
Tania
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Kinson
A modern building with a glass facade and a staircase leading to a rooftop garden with potted plants.

10. HOTEL NO

HOTEL NO
3.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"I'm probably the wrong demographic - this was hip, funky or whatever words are used nowadays, but basically an oversized caravan on top of a carpark in Melbourne's CBD. Access through a hole in the wall coffee shop, then up two flights of fire stairs with garishly painted pink walls. Expensive for what it was, but the complimentary mini bar was a nice touch."
Australia
Chris
The price is £204
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
HOTEL NO
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Top Essendon Hotel Reviews

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, comfortable bed and pillows. Very friendly and helpful frontdesk staff. Good central location. Will come back again."
Puay Ling 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good
"Good"
Albert 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see and do in Essendon?
The shopping and restaurants are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Major sights and activities around Essendon include Melbourne Central, Crown Casino and Queen Victoria Market. You might also want to see noteworthy spots like Marvel Stadium, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Cricket Ground during your trip.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Essendon?
You have a few options for travelling to and around Essendon. The closest major airport is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away, but Melbourne Airport (MEL) may also be an option. Metro stations nearby include Glenbervie Station and Strathmore Station.

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