Bell Motel

3.5 star property

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BBQ/picnic area
King Spa Suite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
LCD TV, DVD player
Meeting facility
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Cnr Bell & 2 Patterson Streets, Preston, VIC, 3072
  • Place, Preston Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Northland Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

King Spa Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Corporate Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Preston, Bell Motel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre and Preston Market. This 33-room, 3.5-star motel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Preston Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Northland Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Strettle Wetland - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Crown Casino - 15 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bell Station - 7 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 12 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tallboy and Moose - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪MKS - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ayam Penyet Ria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sutsa Malaysian - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Keys - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bell Motel

At Bell Motel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
LCD TVs come with digital channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 250 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Bell Motor Inn
Bell Motor Inn Melbourne
Bell Motor Melbourne
Bell Motel Preston
Bell Motel Motel
Bell Motel Preston
Bell Motel Motel Preston

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Bell Motel?

This motel is situated in Preston within a short 10-minute walk of Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre and also 11 minutes on foot from Preston Market. You'll also find Northland Shopping Centre and Olympic Park within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Bell Motel?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bell Motel on Mar 31, 2026 start from $83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Bell Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Bell Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Bell Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bell Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bell Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and pillowtop mattresses.

Does Bell Motel have a hot tub?

Yes, this motel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Bell Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Bell Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Bell Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Bell Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Bell Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Bell Motel?

The closest major airport to Bell Motel is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 7.7 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 12.1 mi away (26-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bell Motel?

No, at Bell Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Bell Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 342 out of 875 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 875 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 875 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 875 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 875 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious, good amenities, excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
our room did not look at all like picture on site, room was clean but clearly due for an over haul. Old RAC air conditioner still in wall & new Split system above. Pool area was dirty & needed clean up.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

kutchi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quiet area not much noise supprised because of Bell St
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Alison

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean especially the bathroom. The furniture was very basic and not in good condition e.g the headboard was ripped and filthy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine and staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Ekaterina

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a nice place to stay. The room was quite dirty, fridge smelt horrid even though nothing was in it, cutlery/mugs were dirty and nothing provided to wash it, very loud slamming doors that shake the whole room when you're trying to sleep. I would not recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and staff were good, however Expedia are not very good charging a deposit that hotel never received then they say are not responsible
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was tidy, facilities a bit run down and not well maintained, Comfortable enough, although I wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean room. Very quiet. Close to Austin Hopsital
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pasqualina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Clare

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff are extremely nice and helpful, no complaints there. The room was very neglected and absolutely stank of smoke and it got much worse when I turned the heater on. It was a very cold weekend so I had to use the heater but it was a choice I made reluctantly. I asked immediately if I could be moved but the motel was full and I wasn't offered a refund. There is a hotel directly opposite that I could perhaps have gone to.. My other issue is with the building I was in which is not the main building. It too is neglected but it also feels less safe than the main building. As a female staying alone I would have felt much safer in the main building. This is the second time I've stayed at the Bell Motel and my experiences have been totally different. It boils down to main building versus second neglected building .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

rocco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect keep going back very quite!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking, spacious room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carmel

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not spotless, but clean, Staff helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Staff were excellent.. response to any Needs great.. including the handyman. Room had recently been upgraded with a few things needing to be finished. Cleaning is another matter. Skirting boards filthy as were new window frames. Mild around bottom of shower and between tiles in the shower. Ingrained dirt on the rear top of toilet system. Door to the room hard to open particularly for older people. Yard around and to the sides of the motel including car parkland pool need a clean up .. huge working bee required . Instructions on how to use tv etc would be convenient and a small map showing close coffee shops two within about 5 min walk and convenience store would be advantages for those guests with no car.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alison Mills

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

rocco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes all very Good!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Malcolm

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The carpet looked dirty and was in poor condition room service was very poor and I had to call the manager to get the room made and then it was badly done I actually saw a small roach on a bench where the microwave was housed if I had been a lady I would not have felt safe from a security point of view I will not be recommending it or would I every be staying there again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025