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Royal Derby Hotel

2.5 star property

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A bar area with stools, a counter, and a sign indicating take-away availability.
A wooden armchair with a grey cushion, a small round table with a green base, and a potted plant.
An outdoor dining area with brick walls and wooden tables.
A group of people in a restaurant with a television in the background.
A neatly made bed with a grey and white patterned bedspread, a potted plant on a small round table beside it, and a floor lamp with a visible light bulb.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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446 Brunswick St, Fitzroy, VIC, 3065
  • Place, Brunswick Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Melbourne
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table with a plant, a framed picture on the wall, and a large mirror.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 86 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 65 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,375 reviews
$68 nightly
The price is $76
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Fitzroy within a mile (2 km) of University of Melbourne, Royal Derby Hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Collins Street. This 7-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Brunswick Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Smith Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Melbourne - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Victoria Park Station - 2 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Industry Beans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scopri Italian Food and Wine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Evelyn Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marquis of Lorne - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Near & Far - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Royal Derby Hotel

Guests of Royal Derby Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include express check-out, laundry facilities, and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. 2 bathrooms are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Royal Derby Hotel Inn
Royal Derby Hotel Fitzroy
Royal Derby Hotel Inn Fitzroy

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Royal Derby Hotel?

Royal Derby Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Derby Hotel?

As of Jul 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Derby Hotel on Jul 6, 2026 start from $62, 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.

What's there to see close to Royal Derby Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Fitzroy within a short 17-minute walk of Lygon Street and also 15 minutes on foot from Carlton Gardens. You'll also find Collins Street and Melbourne Central within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Royal Derby Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Royal Derby Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Royal Derby Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Royal Derby Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Royal Derby Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this adults-only hotel, including a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and an outdoor entertainment area.

Are there hot tubs at Royal Derby Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Royal Derby Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Royal Derby Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Royal Derby Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Royal Derby Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Royal Derby Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Royal Derby Hotel?

The closest major airport to Royal Derby Hotel is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 9.6 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 14 mi away (24-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Royal Derby Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Royal Derby Hotel.

Royal Derby Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 43 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

The room was very clean and nicely
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mylène

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, the room are what you expect even a bit better! The location is perfect, the pub downstairs is good and not too noisy. The rooms and common areas are clean and in good conditions!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good value for money and easy to book.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy modest accoms :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy process checking in and out. Convenient location and tidy room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Disliked: Amenities
Basic room but for the money it was good, nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice place with a hostel set up, but you have your own room. Has a nice bar below it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice but loud

Nice staff, pretty comfortable room and not very crowded so the shared bathrooms were always available. But note that it is very very loud at night from the pub downstairs. If you’re a light sleeper then probably book something else but it was cheap as.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Benson

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
First I was given a dirty room. Then the code did not work to the next room I was given. There is no ventilation so prepare to be hot, the window opened however I had to use an empty can to keep it open. The communal bathrooms are in poor shape and the shower has a drip that persists.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 out of 5 Stars!

4 out of 5 Stars! Only issues were the pub noise levels, and aircon units outside most bedroom windows. Was very noisy and no screens on windows for summer nights. Food was great, staff were lovely! And very very clean.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

kristian

Liked: Amenities
Great room but no aircon and the windows are sealed shut. Understand why because of the noise from the road but the noise from the speakers in the pub vibrates through the room anyway, traffic outside isn’t that bad. Nice staff, really clean, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Georgios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

As advertised

It is a decent accommodation in a hip area, close enough to CBD. It was good value and clean. My room was spacious but on the side where there is a really busy road, and the property is over a pub, so it was a bit noisy on the friday and saturday, but i used my earplugs and it was fine (the property also provides its own earplugs). A very pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had to move out early as too noisy and hot.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Myra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great spot, can be a bit loud of a weekend but they provide ear plugs. Room was cozy and clean. Only complaint was bathrooms were definitely not cleaned daily like the sign said they were. Same paper was on the floor my whole stay and walls were dirty with red and brown stains
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sheets in the room smelled a little funny on arrival. However, I washed them and it was chilled. Otherwise, a lovely venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only cold water- bathrooms are quite outdated and gross. However, very safe and convenient. Overpriced for what you get & good luck contacting someone about your booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Terese

Rough area of Melbourne wouldn’t let my cat stay here, our truck got tagged and room was unclean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Noisy but comfortable

Lovely comfy room, although it is on a noisy, busy cross roads, so light sleeper be warned, especially as accessing the rooms was also noisy with lots of bleeping. Really liked having a shared kitchen, although someone kept eating my biscuits and other guests were smoking in their rooms. 5 toilets were great but 2 of the 3 showers didn't have door let alone locks.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness
You cannot beat the price of this place and it is fine for a night or two. The self check in and self check out service meant that you never talk to a staff member and none is on duty. I found that they did not get to my emails in the lead up to my stay. It is on a major road, and on an intersection so very load. It made it hard to sleep and I required headphones, again you get what you pay and this is very affordable for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price and very clean. A bit loud from noise within the premises whether it was other guests or loud appliances from downstairs at all hours. Please remove the zipties holding signs on the "Slippery when wet" signs on the railing of the staircase to enter the property. I received two very large cuts to my hands caused by the jagged edges of these zipties.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Anna Melodee

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the clean showers and rooms, as well as kitchen. I did not like the overheating. I got heat exhaustion as the property was not adequately ventilated to cope with hot days (and also did not have air conditioning). I did not like that I had to leave my room during the hours of 9am-10pm due to the extremely dangerous heat levels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Warwick

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Appreciate that the room is offered at a budget price, however a single old powerpoint under the bed to run both lamp and fan doubled up gives no access to charge a phone or other device overnight. Not good. Only a pedestal fan for cooling a hot room, and although the window opens, there is no security screen, so felt unsafe to leave open and not acceptable. An air-conditioner is not an unreasonable expectation. Don't mind shared facilities, but sinks should drain, and taps turn off, these facilities are very old and need attention (suggest time for updating).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hosts were most helpful & congenial. Old premises but every effort is being undertaken to refresh & refurbish. Plenty of shared bathroom facilities & a kitchen - all very clean. Parking is IMPOSSIBLE & there should be more effort made to clarify this & point guests to the areas actually available, rather than random street parking, due to excessive Permit Zones, limited time frames available & worse CLEARWAYS !!!! Public transport is ideal with Brunswick Street tram service to/from the City. I would certainly go back there the next time I am on an imposed short-stay in Melbourne - Helene
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

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