Property Description
Essence Hotel Carlton is steps away from the iconic landmarks and tourist destinations of Melbourne. Take a walk to the Melbourne Museum, the Royal Exhibition Building and the famous Lygon Street Italian precinct. An ideal base to explore Melbourne; the hotel is located on the fringe of Melbourne CBD with easy access to many nearby eateries. Feel like shopping? Then take a stroll to the Queen Victoria Market or the Melbourne Central Shopping Centre where you will have a variety of souvenir, fashion trends and goodies to choose from. We are conveniently positioned in the heart of the education precinct; in-between Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) and The University of Melbourne. So if you are coming to Melbourne for business or leisure, consider Essence Hotel Carlton for an affordable, clean and comfortable stay!Our room, accommodating up to two people, has everything you need for a comfortable stay, including air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Accommodates up to 2 adults.Our blackout blinds ensure you have a restful night and, once you wake up, you can throw open the windows and enjoy the fresh air. Need to buckle down and do some studying? The room features a study desk and chair, and WiFi access is free.For your comfort:Air conditioningLarge, opening windows with double glazingBlack-out blindsFull-length mirrorLCD flat-screen TVWiFiIn-room safeSecure key-card accessFEATURES OF THE PROPERTY:Communal Kitchen - Mensa is our creative cooking & dining facility located on the ground floor to the immediate right of the elevators. For more information about this space, Please see us at reception.Courtyard - Our beautiful outdoor courtyard has BBQ, tables and benches, so you could cook up a nice dinner with a good beer! There is no charge to use the BBQ. However, Reservation is required. Please see us at reception to reserve the BBQ space. Drinking Water - A filtered water tap is available in the game and lounge area located on the ground floor to the right of reception and opposite the courtyard. Otherwise, sparkling or still bottled water are available for sale at reception.Minibar – Minibar items are available to purchase from reception. Our minibar menu is at the bottom of this letter.Lounge Area - Featuring a pool table and a 65" LED Smart TV, the indoor gaming lounge is situated right next to the courtyard, you will be able to enjoy a good game with your mates, watch the latest sports matches or spend a relaxed afternoon in one of the lounge chairs.Gym - The gym is available for use 24 hours a day. This is located north of the lobby, adjacent to the meeting pods on the ground floor. Drinking water is available in the gym. Please bring a towel to use on the equipment when using the gym.Breakfast – There are some great cafes that we recommend (Listed below) offering range of breakfast options. All the cafes are located within walking distance of the hotel.Flovie Florist Cafe: 261-263 Queensberry St, Carlton VIC 3053Humble Rays Melbourne: 71 Bouverie St, Carlton VIC 3053Housekeeping - Our housekeeping staff will service your hotel daily with linen changed on major weekly service except for Sundays and Public Holidays or when your DO NOT DISTURB sign is displayed. If your stay is longer than 7 days, our housekeeping staff will complete a weekly service including a linen change except for Sundays and Public Holidays, or when your DO NOT DISTURB sign is displayed.Internet - Wi-Fi is available free of charge to all guests in-house. Just connect to 'Essence Wi-Fi – Guest' in Wi-Fi settings, No Password needed.Laundry - A launderette is available on the ground floor to the right of the elevators, next to the lounge and games area on the ground floor. This facility is open 24 hours and available to all guests. $5/Cycle (tap & pay).Meeting Pods - On the ground floor, just across from the reception are number of meeting pods for reviewing of documents, working away from your room or a quick catch up with in-house or external guests.Parking - Secure undercover parking (Limited) is available on-site for $29 per night per car. The height of vehicles is restricted to 2.1 metres. If you wish to park a car during your stay, please contact reception for further details. Details / Other Expenses
Check In: | 2.00pm |
Check Out: | 11.00am |
Year of Last Renovation: | 2018 |
Floors: | 5 |
Rooms: | 235 |
Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
Non Smoking Rooms: | 235 |
Handicap Rooms: | 10 |
Rooms with 1 Bed: | 170 |
Rooms with 2 Beds: | 65 |
Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.6 Mi |
Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.2 Mi |
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 14 Days Prior - 100% cancellation fee for any bookings cancelled |
Nightly Parking: | $29 |
Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
Total Taxes: | 10.00% |
Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 10.00 GST % |
Parking Fee: | 29.00 Per Night |
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
Melbourne International Airport is located 20.3KM, or about a 25-30 minutes journey by taxi, or shuttle bus.Estimated one way taxi fare is $65.00 AUDEstimated one way shuttle bus fare is $20.00 AUD
Local Shuttle Info: Starbus shuttle is available to and from the airport to the hotel at the cost designated by Starbus.**Subject to timings specified by Starbus Shuttle Services
Breakfast Information
There are many nearby cafe's and breakfast eateries in the vicinity of Essence Hotel Carlton with the closest being 2 minutes' walk away. Melbourne is the place of coffee shops wit great tasting coffees and more so the cafe' industry was born in Carlton right on the fringe of the city. Available, is an array of options to suit the pickiest of eaters to the more adventurous palates.
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Parking Info
The hotel has undercover secure parking located in the basement onsite. Parking is $29.00 AUD per car, per night.
Internet / WiFI
There is complimentary WiFi available in all public areas of the hotel, and WiFi is also complimentary in our guest rooms.The Hotel also has a web corner outfitted with computers and power point stations, free for guests usage should they require a workstation.
Cleaning Policies
At Essence Hotel Carlton our guests' health and safety is our number one priority. As a result, we takes pride in the cleaning regime as we spend more time on heavily trafficked and high touch areas. Hand Sanitizers are provided in Key Public spaces and we provide the opportunity for touchless transactions.
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Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast: Seven Seeds - A popular specialty coffee roaster and cafe located 0.3 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton. Start your day with delicious breakfast options and excellent coffee.
- Lunch: Queen Victoria Market - Explore the vibrant market and grab a quick bite from one of the many food stalls offering diverse cuisines. The market is just 0.8 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Dinner: Lygon Street - Known as Melbourne's 'Little Italy', Lygon Street offers a wide range of Italian restaurants and cafes. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine just 0.5 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Activity: Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens - Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, located just 0.2 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton. Explore the beautiful gardens and admire the stunning architecture of the building.
Day 2
- Breakfast: Hardware Societe - Enjoy a delicious breakfast at this popular cafe known for its creative dishes and great coffee. It is located 0.7 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Lunch: Federation Square - Grab a quick bite at one of the many cafes and restaurants in Federation Square, located just 1.1 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Dinner: Chinatown - Indulge in a variety of Asian cuisines in Melbourne's vibrant Chinatown, located 1.2 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Activity: National Gallery of Victoria - Explore one of Australia's most renowned art museums, located 0.9 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton. Admire the extensive collection of artworks and exhibitions.
Day 3
- Breakfast: Higher Ground - Enjoy a delicious breakfast in a beautifully designed space at Higher Ground, located 0.6 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Lunch: St. Kilda Beach - Head to St. Kilda Beach, located 4.5 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton, and have a beachside lunch at one of the many cafes and restaurants in the area.
- Dinner: Southbank Promenade - Experience waterfront dining along the Yarra River at Southbank Promenade, located 1.3 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
- Activity: Melbourne Museum - Immerse yourself in the cultural and natural history of Melbourne at the Melbourne Museum, located 1.2 miles away from Essence Hotel Carlton.
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