Carlton Lygon Lodge

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Lygon Street

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.
Enjoy a kitchen with microwave and seating area with two chairs and a small table.
Enjoy meals in this kitchen with microwave, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
Sit and enjoy a meal at this outdoor seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and a charming building facade.
Kitchen features a stove, microwave, and tea kettle, with a dining area and round table for two.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
220 Lygon Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • University of Melbourne
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Queen Victoria Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Marvel Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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Room options

Lygon Front Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Twin Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Lygon Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Carlton, Carlton Lygon Lodge is adjacent to Lygon Street and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like University of Melbourne. The 60 rooms at this 3.5-star hotel include furnished balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 10 min drive
  • Melbourne Central Station - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Universal Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Good Measure - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mandina kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Don Tojo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Gambero on the Park - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Carlton Lygon Lodge

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Lygon Street
Guests of Carlton Lygon Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. If you plan to drive, free offsite parking is available. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy plasma TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Furnished balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking from 6:00 PM to 7:30 AM
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 30 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Lygon Lodge
Lygon Lodge Carlton
Lygon Lodge
Carlton Lygon Lodge Hotel
Carlton Lygon Lodge Carlton
Carlton Lygon Lodge Hotel Carlton

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

Carlton Lygon Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

As of Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlton Lygon Lodge on Aug 8, 2025 start from $100.9, 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's there to do around Carlton Lygon Lodge?

This hotel is situated in Carlton within a short 14-minute walk of Melbourne Central and also 15 minutes on foot from Queen Victoria Market. You'll also find Collins Street and Rod Laver Arena within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 30 per day. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, Carlton Lygon Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Carlton Lygon Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a turndown service as well as a restaurant and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

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

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Carlton Lygon Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Carlton Lygon Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Carlton Lygon Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

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

How far is the airport from Carlton Lygon Lodge?

The closest major airport to Carlton Lygon Lodge is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 9.2 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 13.5 mi away (25-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Carlton Lygon Lodge comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring courtyard views.

Carlton Lygon Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 434 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was close the great restaurants and entertainment of Lygon st. Piano bar next door was amazing. Piano man plays every Friday and Saturday.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

leonard

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities like shower & toilet very run down. It took ages for me to get luke war water to take a shower. Staff charged me $30 parking fee because I booked with Expedia & not directly with the hotel. Complaint made to Expedia whom refunded the parking fee. I will never go back to Carlton Lodge again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

YICHAO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chamal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Close to everything we need by walking quiet in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, we were in the room overlooking the street and we found it too noisy from the live music in the restaurant nest door and too many cars with loud exhaust systems. And motorcycles. The hotel was convenient for our needs, short walk to trams. It also would have been nice to have clothes storage so we had to live out of our luggage bags for our six night stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient location. Quality of facilities was adequate for my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana

Disliked: Staff & service

Change of owners

We have been staying at this motel for many years when we travel to Melbourne. It has always been incredible with large rooms with kitchenetes. HOWEVER, this time there has been a change of owner and the rooms are small and cramped. Where parking used to be free you are now charged $30 per day which increases the amount paid for the room. We will not return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

Lygon Lodge

Lovely stay kind staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room 118 was at the back end of the property, just above the metal roller gates. This was very noisy on past midnight. Not staying here again. Room was fine, good location, but noise unbearable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Some of the fittings required attention
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location. Room was large.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

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

8/10 Good

Lou

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I loved staying here. It's close to the University and plenty of dining choices and the staff are really lovely and accomodating. They really took care of me. Wotif on the other hand are a terrible site. They over booked and didn't send through my booking to the Lygon Lodge, though they charged me and it was only through the help of the hotel staff I was able to get a room. I will never use Wotif again and I would strongly recommend to my colleagues, friends and family to never use Wotif again too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The rooms at this property look way nicer in the photos on line. I liked my stay, however my friend was bitten overnight by bed bugs or fleas quite badly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to restaurants Spa not working , shower door not sealing ,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica, Haddon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We specifically chose the property as it advertised parking, yet when we got there we found that parking was not available on the property and to park on the street for free between 7pm and 7am. As it was Valentines Day...there was no parking and who wants to have to wake before 7am to shift their vehicle. Subsequently, we parked in the Carpark next door only to find that doesn't open the next day and we needed to pay a hefty penalty to have someone attend the carpark to let our car out....causing us to miss our next flight.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Desmond

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Generally fine but Parking situation is ridiculous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean,quiet,good facilities in room,close to transport,many restaurants around.Friendly polite front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025