ibis budget Melbourne Airport

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near URBNSURF Sports Park

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Daily continental breakfast (AUD 15 per person)
Exterior
Property entrance
Twin Room with Bunk Bed | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Caldwell Drive, Melbourne Airport, VIC, 3045
  • URBNSURF Sports Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Flemington Racecourse
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪7 min walk‬

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Room options

Twin Room with Bunk Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(129 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne Airport, ibis budget Melbourne Airport is 1.9 mi (3 km) from URBNSURF Sports Park and within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Royal Melbourne Showgrounds. This 73-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • URBNSURF Sports Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • DFO Essendon Shopping Center - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 14 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Flemington Racecourse - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Melbourne Zoo - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Broadmeadows Station - 7 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 11 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Axil Coffee Roasters - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪St. ALi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stomping Ground - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Qantas International Business Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sol - ‬10 min walk

About this property

ibis budget Melbourne Airport

Hotel with a restaurant, near URBNSURF Sports Park
Ibis budget Melbourne Airport features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Self parking is available for AUD 20 per day. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
56-cm LCD TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include desks and free toiletries. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2002
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 56-cm LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To access the self-service kiosk, guests must enter the reservation number (not the itinerary number) found on their online itinerary to check in. Staff is available for late check-in service for a fee.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

Ibis budget Melbourne Airport offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

As of Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis budget Melbourne Airport on Jul 11, 2025 start from $90.95, excluding 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.

What can I see near ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

This hotel is situated in Melbourne Airport, close to URBNSURF Sports Park, Watergardens Town Centre, and DFO Essendon Shopping Center. You'll also find Overnewton Castle and Progress Reserve nearby.

Is there parking available at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for AUD 20 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport include a casino at the property?

No, ibis budget Melbourne Airport doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, ibis budget Melbourne Airport serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at ibis budget Melbourne Airport though service animals are welcome.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

The closest major airport to ibis budget Melbourne Airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is located 5.2 mi away (7-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at ibis budget Melbourne Airport.

ibis budget Melbourne Airport Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 126 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1015 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too noisy room facing the highway
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
My wife and I would like to point out that the young man in reception, was wonderful. He couldn't have been more helpful, and so polite and friendly. We were expecting budget hotel, and that's what we got. The bed was comfortable and shower had good pressure and temperature. Nothing at all to complain about. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheryn

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

2/10 Terrible

Hien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marissa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I recently stayed at the Ibis Budget Melbourne Airport with my family for a night before our international return flight. While it's perfectly fine for a solo traveler with a backpack, it didn't meet our needs as a family. The room was extremely compact, lacking any real luggage storage space, which made it difficult to manage our belongings. The absence of an elevator meant we had to carry our luggage up the stairs, which was inconvenient. The check-in staff were friendly and welcoming, which was a positive aspect of our stay. However, the room itself felt more like a barracks or dorm room than a hotel room due to its size and layout. Given the better airport proximity and superior amenities of the Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport, which was only $20-$40 more per night, we felt that the Ibis Budget was overpriced for what it offered. If you're traveling alone or on a tight budget, this might be a viable option, but for families or those seeking more comfort, I would recommend exploring other options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very basic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas A

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Keith

Disliked: Cleanliness
Fix the damn pedestrian signage
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Helene

It was a bit noisy with traffic but otherwise was okay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jamaika

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thanks it was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kylie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location!

The room was very small, but very clean. The hotel was chosen for its location. It was an easy 15 minute walk to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

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

6/10 Okay

Kion

Liked: Cleanliness

No lift

Extra bed bunk was good, no lift is deterrent for people who brought heavy luggages.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Reception staff at check in where amazing and kind after a stressful day
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
This is a dog box of a place with very awkward rooms where the shower and toilet is in a box in the corner, right away from the hand basin. Feels very crammed in and way too expensive for what it is. Not very easy to get to the airport with luggage from this place. Will be avoiding.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy access close to airport good parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Quinton

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ai-Vee

Traveled with family

Clean but very basic and small

Booked this hotel because it was relatively affordable compared to other airport hotels. But honestly, it was very below expectations for the price paid. Room is tiny, shower even tinier, kettle was gross (metal inside all rusty). It made Best Western motels look 5 stars in comparison. The only saving grace is that it was generally clean and about 10 mins walk to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable. Room had everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025