Title: Essence Hotel Carlton Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Essence Hotel Carlton Travelers balance productivity and leisure at this Melbourne hotel's coworking space, garden terrace, and game room for evening entertainment ## Photo gallery for Essence Hotel Carlton ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains - Essence Hotel Carlton (Carlton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/2123a079.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Essence Hotel Carlton (Carlton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/80ab4a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Billiards - Essence Hotel Carlton (Carlton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/7bdc9362.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lift - Essence Hotel Carlton (Carlton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/4e253999.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Essence Hotel Carlton (Carlton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/80c6cc60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Near Melbourne City Baths and RMIT University, Essence Hotel Carlton creates a vibrant atmosphere with practical amenities. Guests connect via in-room WiFi, focus in dedicated coworking areas, relax in the garden terrace, or enjoy the arcade and outdoor entertainment spaces. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym - Breakfast available - Laundry room £74 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=6330846&PinnedHotelID=6330846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Queen ![Standard Queen | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/0960b7c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Queen 7.8 Good 19 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Essence Queen Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/6456ae5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Essence Queen Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Essence Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/b2d272c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Essence Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/56a0518a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 7.2 Good 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/6815291a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 7.4 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds LCD TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Essence Deluxe Queen Room ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/w660h439x0y1-d6f78045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Essence Deluxe Queen Room - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Queen ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Laptop workspace - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Economy Single Room ![Economy Single Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6340000/6330900/6330846/ae301320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Single Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LCD TV Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Electric kettle Laptop workspace - 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[Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne.dx178283) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.80408%2C144.96320&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xYEljLSopE835NtsvdQLu6g65Jc=) 609 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053 ### What's nearby - Lygon Street \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - RMIT University \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - University of Melbourne \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Queen Victoria Market \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Melbourne Central \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Essendon Station - 9 min drive - Melbourne Central Station - 10 min walk - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 21 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Universal Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Hareruya Pantry - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ini Studio - ‬3 min walk - ‪Queensberry Hotel - ‬1 min walk - ‪Regale - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel near Lygon Street Located close to Melbourne City Baths and RMIT University, Essence Hotel Carlton provides a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. In addition to laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Self-parking (surcharge), a water dispenser and coworking spaces - Multilingual staff, a lift and outdoor furniture - A vending machine, luggage storage and a TV in reception - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Essence Hotel Carlton include perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. 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Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Arcade/game room - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request - Multilingual staff ### Business services - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Hardwood flooring in room - Lift (90 centimetre wide door) - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - Built in 2013 - Communal living room - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - Laptop-compatible safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of AUD 101 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Self-parking fee: AUD 29.00 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Melbourne Tune Melbourne Tune Hotel Tune Hotel Melbourne Carlton Tune Melbourne Carlton ibis Melbourne Swanston Street Hotel Carlton ibis Melbourne Swanston Street Hotel ibis Melbourne Swanston Street Carlton ibis Melbourne Swanston Street Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel Essence Hotel Carlton Carlton Essence Hotel Carlton Hotel Carlton ibis Melbourne Swanston Street Hotel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Essence Hotel Carlton pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Essence Hotel Carlton? ### How much is parking at Essence Hotel Carlton? ### What time is check-in at Essence Hotel Carlton? ### What time is check-out at Essence Hotel Carlton? ### Where is Essence Hotel Carlton located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Essence Hotel Carlton Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 290 8 - Good 449 6 - Okay 168 4 - Poor 66 2 - Terrible 28 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca 1 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A value for money hotel close to shops, dining and transport. Rooms are small, but well appointed and clean. ##### Rebecca Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Asha 1 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room and shower are a bit tiny. Good pressure, volume and temp in the shower. Stone throw away from metro stop. Accessible to everything in CBD ##### Asha Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt 5 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing stay clean rooms good service and such easy access to the CBD of Melbourne A+ ##### Matt Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I always enjoy staying at the Essence. It's a great location, has parking, and the rooms are a good size and clean. ##### Amber Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melinda 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay. Top floor room was lovely and quiet, and had enough room for multiple suitcases. Really convenient for the areas we were visiting. ##### Melinda Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed the stay it was convenient for the reason I was there ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### glen 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very helpful staff. Room was fine, bed comfortable. ##### glen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Comfy bed. Lovely outdoor area & indoor nooks. ##### Donna Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Pamela 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities the room is clean, the shower felt fab, the staff was kind. what more does one need for a one night stay? ##### Pamela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Was a very busy time the sleep was much needed. ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's a great area that is easy to get to. Nice that it has parking although it is a small underground garage. Room was clean, comfy beds. ##### Amber Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trini 29 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay ##### Trini Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JOHN 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Twin Rooms (while suiting our needs) are too small ##### JOHN Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cassi 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was great, staff were friendly. Clean, but small rooms. The carpark was easy. Unfortunately there are a lot of personal belongings and old mattresses in the car park, making parking challenging. ##### Cassi Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitchell 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a great stay ##### Mitchell Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I was very happy with the Accommodation and location. Excellent place to stay. ##### Holly Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great facilities, helpful staff ##### Hayley Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Bryce 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice easy stay ##### Bryce Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### courtney 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was clean, very affordable, and by far the comfiest beds ive ever sleep on when travelling!!! such a great location aswell! ##### courtney Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damian 25 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved the location, clean and comfortable ##### Damian Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very good location and excellent services ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is the 2nd time I have stayed here and while the rooms are on the small side, they are always clean and tidy. The hotel is walking distance to Lygon St and the Royal Exhibition Building which is great and there is a tram stop out the front which goes straight to the CBD area ##### Scott Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great space and location. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Rachel 8 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Rachel Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Dee 23 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Comfortable bed and showers, clean and had everything I needed for a short stay. ##### Dee Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [B&B Ashford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d4552-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Melbourne-Airport.h12401.Hotel-Information) > > [AP Cabanas Beach & Nature - Adults Friendly](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tavira-Hotels-AP-Cabanas-Beach-Nature.h1094212.Hotel-Information) > > [Irton Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holmrook-Hotels-Irton-Hall.h4779181.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Melbourne Southbank](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Mercure-Melbourne-Southbank.h898381.Hotel-Information) > > [Winery Hotels in Campania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Campania-Winery-Hotels.0-0-d6048569-tWineryHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [The Waverley International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Waverley-International-Hotel.h3504259.Hotel-Information) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Split-Dalmatia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Split-Dalmatia-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6050109-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Tenerife](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tenerife-Hotels.d6047194.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Travelodge-Hotel-Melbourne-Docklands.h3033860.Hotel-Information) > > [Space Hotel - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Space-Hotel-Hostel.h2100092.Hotel-Information) > > [Servatur Altamar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mogan-Hotels-Hotel-Altamar.h6471303.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Melbourne.h845390.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Atlantis-Hotel.h864494.Hotel-Information) > > [Ovolo Melbourne South Yarra, a Wyndham Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Ovolo-South-Yarra.h63305062.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Blairgowrie](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Blairgowrie-Hotels.s50-0-d5823.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Flagstaff Gardens Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Radisson-On-Flagstaff-Gardens-Melbourne.h82772.Hotel-Information) > > [Quincy Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Quincy-Hotel-Melbourne.h57242156.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Melbourne.h23775.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Southern Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Great-Southern-Hotel-Melbourne.h27851.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Saint-Tropez](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Tropez-Villas.d500127-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotel du Vin & Bistro Harrogate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harrogate-Hotels-Hotel-Du-Vin-Bistro-Harrogate.h7728221.Hotel-Information) > > [Geejam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Antonio-Hotels-Geejam.h2211904.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Apartments Royal Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Royal-Gardens.h425401.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Chester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Chester.h986.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Riyadh (RUH)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/ruh/edinburgh-to-riyadh) ### Cars ### Activities ---