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- 21 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 2 floors in property
- Check in: 2pm
- Check out: 10am
- Hotel has a green policy
- Group friendly rating of 9.0/10
- 2 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
Royal Park, Melbourne Zoo, State Netball & Hockey Centre, Icon Park, Melbourne University, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Arden Street, Queen Victoria Market, Puckle Street, Moonee Ponds, Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne GPO, Melbourne Docklands, Melbourne Central Shopping Centre.
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Property Description
Affordable group accommodation close to Melbourne CityStay close to the action, in quiet, natural surroundsIdeal for sporting teams, performance troupes, faith-based or community groups from 30 - 128 people.Looking for the perfect base for your sporting team, performance group or community organisation while in Melbourne? Urban Camp offers affordable, dormitory-style, fully catered group accommodation just minutes from Melbourne's top attractions and sporting precincts.Why stay at Urban Camp?Prime Melbourne location in peaceful park surroundsStay close to Melbourne's top sporting venues, theatre and arts precinct, museums and galleries and right next to the famous Melbourne Zoo!Spacious and comfortable facilitiesDormitory-style accommodation for groups from 30 up to 128 guests. Air-conditioned rooms sleep between 4 and 10. Leader dorms are ensuited. Note we do not have any double, queen or king beds, Accommodation is single-bed size bunk beds.Purpose-built for large groups of up to 128 guestsTwo multipurpose rooms and a large recreation hall with a stage, ideal for team meetings, rehearsals, or workshops. Indoor and outdoor areas for training, team bonding, and downtime.Full catering or self-catering options availableHassle-free catering available so your group can eat, play, and sleep under one roof. BBQs and self-catering options also available.Easy public transport accessEasy access to trams, trains, and Melbourne Airport (25 mins by car). 10 minutes to the Melbourne CBD via Trams 57, 58 or 59 or Trains from Royal Park train station. Easy access to the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Rod Laver Arena, Ikon Park (the home of Carlton Football Club) and Arts Centre Melbourne or The Queen Victoria Market and everything else Melbourne has to offer.Urban Camp is situated in Royal Park, Parkville, next to Melbourne Zoo and surrounded by tranquil open spaces. It is a 3-minute walk to the State Netball and Hockey Centre Parkville, comprising of netball courts and fields that host high-performance and community sports from netball, hockey, basketball, taekwondo, gymnastics and more.Tailored packages for your group's needsWe offer flexible packages to suit your group's itinerary:- Weekend and school holiday availability – perfect for sports comps, band and dance rehearsals, community groups and events- Flexible catering options – enjoy fresh, nutritious meals for athletes and performers.- Versatile spaces – host training sessions, team meetings, or social gatherings onsite.- Convenient check-in and group bookings – Streamlined booking process for large groups.“Fantastic facility that allowed our hockey teams to spend time together socially within walking distance of Melbourne Sport Centre Parkville.”— North West Ligtning Hockey Club playing in the Hockey Victoria Senior Country ChamptionshipsUrban Camp GuestsUrban Camp is designed to accommodate a wide range of groups, including:- Sporting and athletic teams- Performance groups- Educational groups and study tours- Event attendees and social groups- Faith-based groups- Community groups- Groups with special needsOur team is dedicated to supporting your unique requirements, ensuring a memorable and enriching stay.
Green Sustainability
Sustainability FocusWe are committed to making as little impact on the environment as possible and have implemented many sustainability initiatives:Composting of food waste with our Closed Loop compost system* Recycling | Paperless faxWater efficient shower headsSolar energy panels*Solar hot water*Biodegradable/non-toxic/palm oil free/not tested on animals cleaning and paper products*thanks to federal grants awarded by the City of Melbourne
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 2pm |
| Check Out: | 10am |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 21 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 21 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 4 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 0 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 1 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 797 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 128 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.6 Mi |
| Ownership: | Urban Camp |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Please request our Conditions of Hire. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 10% |
| Total Taxes: | 10.00% |
| GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 10.00 GST % |
| Daily Delegate Rate: | 85.00 Per Person (Per Person Per Night Acco) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Baggage storage facilities
- Bus parking
- Camping or barbeque facilities
- Central location
- Child facilities
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Dinner available
- Facilities for the disabled
- Games room
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Jogging path
- Licensed bar
- Mixed dorms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Office or business center
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Terrace
Airport & Shuttle Information
Tullamarine Airport - 18mins or 18 kmsEssendon Airport - 13mins or 11 kmsAvalon Airport - 47mins or 56 kms
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
We can take care of all your catering requirements to allow you to relax and focus on your group.Catering options include full catering, part catering, barbecue packs and self-catering as part of your stay with us. Weekend catering can be provided for numbers above 30.Let’s discuss your groups’ particular needs.Food SafetyWe are committed to safely cater for all your dietary needs. No nut products are brought onsite. All of our supplied meat is halal certified.
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Parking Info
Where do I park?Visitors can park in the limited designated parking places at the front of Urban Camp (if available) or at free car parks further along Brens Drive. There is a bus pull-in adjacent to the camp for unloading but visitors' are not to park in the bus pull-in area.
Internet / WiFI
Free Wi-fi throughout.
Cleaning Policies
During weekdays rooms are unavailable between 10am and 2pm for on-site cleaning. Rooms are not cleaned on Saturday and Sunday.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Urban Camp
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Urban Camp.
Feel free to use the Urban Camp meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Parkville event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Meters) | Size (sqm.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Multi-purpose Room 1 | 10 x 10 x 5 | 10 | 40/-- | 20 | 40 | 14 | 20 | -- | 8/6 | -- | 70 | 20 |
Close This Multi-purpose Room 1Multi-purpose room. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 107.6 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 10 x 10 x 5 M. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: A$300.00 AUD Full Day Rental: A$500.00 AUD Evening Rental: A$800.00 AUD  | ||||||||||||
| Multi-purpose Room 2 | 8 x 8 x 5 | 64 | 5/4 | 5 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 4/3 | 50 | 50 | 15 |
Close This Multi-purpose Room 2Multi-purpose room with flexiblity. Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 688.9 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 5 M. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: A$250.00 AUD Full Day Rental: A$400.00 AUD Evening Rental: A$750.00 AUD  | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Urban Camp
What time is check in?
Check in time is 2pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 10am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Urban Camp have?
There are 21 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Urban Camp?
Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Urban Camp?
We can take care of all your catering requirements to allow you to relax and focus on your group.Catering options include full catering, part catering, barbecue packs and self-catering as part of your stay with us. Weekend catering can be provided for numbers above 30.Let’s discuss your groups’ particular needs.Food SafetyWe are committed to safely cater for all your dietary needs. No nut products are brought onsite. All of our supplied meat is halal certified.
What parking is available at Urban Camp?
Where do I park?Visitors can park in the limited designated parking places at the front of Urban Camp (if available) or at free car parks further along Brens Drive. There is a bus pull-in adjacent to the camp for unloading but visitors' are not to park in the bus pull-in area.
How much does internet cost?
Free Wi-fi throughout.
Testimonials:
"I was able to find something that suited my needs and I was in contact with the hotel directly. The service was very user friendly, quick and efficient. I will definitely be using this service again." S.B. - Ottawa, Canada
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