$68 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 26, 2013 Check-out: May 29, 2013

Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

4 stars
441 Royal Parade, Parkville, Melbourne, VI 3052
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
59 reviews
This is the second time I have

This is the second time I have stayed here and find it terrific value. Very spacious rooms which... See full review

  • Sheila
  • Aug 8, 2011
Melbourne Vibe Hotel Carlton

The hotel room and public areas are attractive and inviting. It is in the University area on a... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • Apr 2, 2011
Suburban Melbourne hotel close to the Melbourne Zoo and race courses

The Vibe Hotel Carlton is located in Carlton, a Melbourne suburb where the city's famous cafe culture was born. It's also close to the Melbourne Zoo, as well as Flemington and Moonee Valley race courses. The property itself blends new and old, offering swanky and sophisticated accommodations in a historic building with a retro 1960s vibe. A heated outdoor pool and all-day restaurant known fresh and locally grown products seal the appeal.

Accommodations -- 87 rooms, no suites -- are spacious and bright, with a subtle 1960s decor. Each room comes standard with a flat-screen television, mini-bar, ironing board and in-room safe. Guests have access to high-speed Internet (fees apply), as well as nightly turndown service.

The Vibe Hotel Carlton combines old and new with swanky and stylish décor in a historic building that hails from the 1960s. All guests enjoy free access to the heated outdoor pool and modest on-site fitness center. The hotel also offers 24-hour laundry service (fees apply).The on-site restaurant, Curve Restaurant & Bar, serves three meals a day, specializing in fresh and locally grown products. After dinner, try the eatery's signature desert, the Vibe Affogato: Vanilla ice cream in a frosted martini glass served with espresso and Frangelico.

  • Metropolitan tram (4 blocks)
  • Metropolitan bus (4 blocks)
  • Southern Cross Station (10 mi/18 km)
  • Flinders Street Station (11 mi/19 km)
  • Melbourne International Airport (25 mi/42 km)
  • Flemington Racecourse (10 blocks)
  • Melbourne Zoo (1 mi/1.5 km)
  • Brunswick (2 mi/3 km)
  • Federation Square (10 mi/18 km)
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (11 mi/19 km)
  • Yarra Park (12 mi/20 km)
  • Etihad Stadium (15 mi/25 km)
  • Three meeting rooms
  • Business center

Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne Rooms

Standard Vibe Room - Breakfast Included
Enjoy full buffet breakfast for two at Curve Restaurant. Included in your room there is selected foxtel channels, tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, and ensuite bathroom.
Standard Vibe Room
Standard Vibe Room with selected foxtel channels, tea & coffee making facilities, minibar, and ensuite bathroom. Children up to 12 years stay FREE when using existing bedding.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Outdoor pool
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking

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Hotel Map

-37.7829 144.9592
Area served
Melbourne CBD, Carlton, North Melbourne, Parkville.
Nearby airports
Melbourne International Airport & Avalon Domestic Airport.
Area description
Vibe Hotel Carlton enjoys a superb position opposite Visy Park and is minutes to Melbourne Zoo, Royal Park Golf Course, Universities, hospitals and many corporate and government offices.Situated on the Tullamarine Airport side of the city, the hotel is close to Flemington Racecourse, Moonee Valley Racecourse, Showgrounds and major sporting facilities and venues.At Vibe Hotel Carlton come and relax in the bar, take a dip in our swimming pool or simply exercise in our gym or take a spa or sauna.On-site parking available for $10 per night.Enjoy the vibe your Melbourne hotel with personality.

Nearby points of interest

  • Melbourne Zoo: 0.4 mi
  • Animals Australia: 1.4 mi
  • Queen Victoria Market: 1.7 mi
  • Melbourne City Baths: 1.7 mi
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.8 mi
  • Post Master Gallery: 1.8 mi
  • State Library of Victoria: 1.9 mi
  • Princess Theatre: 2 mi
  • Chinese Museum: 2 mi
  • St. Peter's Church: 2 mi
  • Chinatown Melbourne: 2.1 mi
  • Parliament Gardens: 2.1 mi
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral: 2.1 mi
  • Bourke Street Mall: 2.2 mi
  • Manchester Unity Building: 2.2 mi
  • Melbourne Zoo: 0.4 mi
  • Animals Australia: 1.4 mi
  • Queen Victoria Market: 1.7 mi
  • Melbourne City Baths: 1.7 mi
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.8 mi
  • Post Master Gallery: 1.8 mi
  • State Library of Victoria: 1.9 mi
  • Princess Theatre: 2 mi
  • Chinese Museum: 2 mi
  • St. Peter's Church: 2 mi
  • Chinatown Melbourne: 2.1 mi
  • Parliament Gardens: 2.1 mi
  • St. Patrick's Cathedral: 2.1 mi
  • Bourke Street Mall: 2.2 mi
  • Manchester Unity Building: 2.2 mi
  • Parliament House: 2.2 mi
  • Royal Arcade: 2.2 mi
  • St Michael`s Uniting Church: 2.2 mi
  • Old Treasury Building: 2.2 mi
  • City Museum: 2.3 mi
  • Scots Church: 2.3 mi
  • Block Arcade: 2.3 mi
  • Melbourne Town Hall: 2.3 mi
  • Victorian Arts Centre: 2.3 mi
  • ANZ Banking Museum: 2.4 mi
  • Treasury Gardens: 2.4 mi
  • Fitzroy Gardens: 2.4 mi
  • Telstra Dome: 2.4 mi
  • St Paul's Cathedral: 2.4 mi
  • Federation Square: 2.5 mi
  • Observation Deck: 2.5 mi
  • Captain Cook's Cottage: 2.5 mi
  • Rialto Towers: 2.5 mi
  • Flinders Street Station: 2.5 mi
  • Southern Cross Station: 2.5 mi
  • Immigration Museum: 2.5 mi
  • Southgate Arts and Leisure Precinct: 2.6 mi
  • Southgate Plaza: 2.6 mi
  • Sunday Market: 2.6 mi
  • Melbourne Aquarium: 2.6 mi
  • Eureka Tower: 2.7 mi
  • Victoria Police Museum: 2.7 mi
  • Crown Casino: 2.7 mi
  • National Gallery of Victoria: 2.8 mi
  • Giant Sky Wheel: 2.8 mi

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1300
Check-out:
1000

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (59)

Ratings and reviews for Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

Overall score

4.4 / 5
59 out of 59
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Hotel staff:
3.9
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4

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Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
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May 7, 2010

This place did not meet our ex

This place did not meet our expectations. It was one of the worst 'hotel' experiences. The room was filled with 'smoke' and 'dormitory' furniture. The place is located in a very noisy area. I don't recommend staying here at all.

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Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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3
Anonymous
florida
Nov 4, 2009

it was ok...little noisy

nice hotel but little noisy from cars...trams and foot traffic...need better windows to keep noise down.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

walk straight down royal parade to elizebeth st. to get to main part of melbourne.

Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

Reviewer score

4
Kim
Not Provided
Aug 4, 2010

Excellent facility, only down

Excellent facility, only down side was lack of choice on the menu. Ordered battered fish and boy was it battered must have been deepfried about 6 times. rest of meals ok.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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4
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4
Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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4
Anonymous
Not Provided
Oct 1, 2010

Very basic hotel but it is cheap.

Very basic hotel but it is cheap. We found it noisy and the bathroom was extremely small, shower design left a lot to be desired. Breakfast buffet was very simple and dinner is definitely not recommended. Neither are the restaurants down the road (Brunswick? Sydney Road) where they advised us to go on our first night.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
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4
Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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4
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jul 8, 2010

Room was spotless, staff friendly

Room was spotless, staff friendly and helpful. However, my dirty cups weren't cleaned or removed and one day the cleaning staff left their spray cleaner next to the coffee making things. My room was at the back - no traffic noise, but the walls are paper thin - I could hear every conversation next door, word for word, and no one was yelling.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
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4
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3
Value:
4
Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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4
Denis
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Feb 9, 2010

A nice modern clean hotel in a

A nice modern clean hotel in a quiet location away from the bustle of the city. The number 19 tram which is across the road gets you into town very quickly. getting to the hotel is expensive by taxi. Be warned the airport shuttle bus with a transfer to hotels does not work for the Vibe Carlton even though the counter clerk at the airport said it would. Would stay at the hotel again but the internet charge is high.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
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3
Value:
3
Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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4
Anonymous
Not Provided
Nov 18, 2009

Good facilities but staff very

Good facilities but staff very rude and breakfast sub standard.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
4
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1
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4
Value:
4
Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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4
Anonymous
Not Provided
Sep 18, 2009

Carpark $8 per Night .Not on .

Carpark $8 per Night .Not on .

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
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Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

Reviewer score

4
Anthony
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Mar 3, 2010

Quite a nice hotel, well serviced

Quite a nice hotel, well serviced by trams to the city. If there's a good deal available then it's well worth staying, as it's nicely decorated and has pleasant rooms plus the benefit of cheap parking on site. It's very convenient for Melbourne Uni, the Zoo, Flemington and NW suburbs of Melbourne.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
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3
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4
Review of Vibe Hotel Carlton Melbourne

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4
SArah
Not Provided
Jan 6, 2010

The rooms are very basic but they

The rooms are very basic but they have all you need if you are only staying for a few days. Some of the equipment in the gym was not working but the pool was very clean and refreshing after a day of sight seeing. Unfortunateley the people in the room next to us kept us awake and I even had to get up and ask them to be quiet. The rooms have an open floor outside each door and a large group decided to party outside ours! The main problem is the shoes clipping on the tiled floor. Part of the hotel does have rooms with separate balconies and a carpeted inside walkway, suggest you request one of these. All in all not a bad place to stay, you can walk into the city, it takes about 30 mins.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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Room cleanliness:
4
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