Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from University of Melbourne

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, garden views
Business center
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
City view from property

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
701 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • University of Melbourne
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Central
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Crown Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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Room options

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Carlton, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG is adjacent to University of Melbourne and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like RMIT University. This 107-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Crown Casino - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Showgrounds Station - 6 min drive
  • Melbourne Central Station - 13 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Measure - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hareruya Pantry - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Don Tojo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from University of Melbourne
Renovated in 2025, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG offers a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for AUD 55 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out.
42-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English, Filipino, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 55 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 45 for adults and AUD 45 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3,767 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1968
  • Renovated entire property - August 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per day

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 buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 45 for adults and AUD 45 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit 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.
  • Onsite safety features include 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:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Melbourne Rydges Swanston
Rydges Melbourne Swanston
Rydges Swanston
Rydges Swanston Melbourne Hotel
Rydges Swanston Melbourne Hotel Carlton
Swanston Rydges
Melbourne Rydges On Swanston
Rydges On Swanston Hotel Melbourne
Rydges On Swanston Melbourne Hotel Melbourne
Rydges Swanston Melbourne Carlton
The Park Hotel Melbourne
Rydges on Swanston Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG Carlton
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG Hotel Carlton

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Carlton within a short 12-minute walk of Queen Victoria Market and also 12 minutes on foot from Melbourne Central. You'll also find Collins Street and Rod Laver Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 55 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and electric car charging are also available.

Does Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG have a casino on the premises?

No, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, around-the-clock room service, and a minibar.

Are there hot tubs at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant & Bar.

Does Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG.

Does Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

The closest major airport to Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 9.1 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 13.5 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG.

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