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Essendon Motel

Property class: 3.5

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A multi-story building with a brick facade and balconies.
A living room with a sofa, a small table, a Christmas tree, and a large window with blinds.
A covered outdoor area with a brick wall, a window, and a door.
A reception desk with a clock, a fire exit sign, and a no smoking sign.
A reception area with a sign above the door, a security keypad, and a parking meter.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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93 Bulla Rd, Essendon North, VIC, 3040
  • Place, DFO Essendon Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alf Pearce Dog Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Marvel Stadium
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a trash bin.

Standard Queen Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Corporate Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a brick wall, and a window with curtains.

Corporate Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with three single beds, each with a bedside table and lamp. The room has brick walls and a decorative piece above the beds.

Family Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Suite

A hotel room with four single beds, each with a bedside table and lamp, a brick wall, and a window with curtains.

Family Suite

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a brick wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Essendon North within a short stroll of DFO Essendon Shopping Center, Essendon Motel is within a 10-minute drive Royal Melbourne Showgrounds. The 25 rooms at this 3.5-star motel include sitting areas, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • DFO Essendon Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alf Pearce Dog Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 11 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 15 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 16 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Glenbervie Station - 3 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 6 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Green Bamboo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Vallee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Essendon Motel

At Essendon Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Sitting areas, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 5 to 25 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 5 to 25 per person

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
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Essendon
Comfort Inn Motel Essendon
Essendon Comfort Inn
Essendon Motor Inn
Essendon Motor
Essendon Motel
Essendon Motel Motel
Essendon Motel Essendon North
Essendon Motel Motel Essendon North

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Essendon Motel?

Essendon Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Essendon Motel?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essendon Motel on Oct 28, 2026 start from $65, 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 around Essendon Motel?

This motel is situated in Essendon North within a short 13-minute walk of DFO Essendon Shopping Center. You'll also find Flemington Racecourse and Royal Melbourne Showgrounds within a short drive.

Does Essendon Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Essendon Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Essendon Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Essendon Motel?

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

Does Essendon Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Essendon Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Essendon Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Essendon Motel.

How far is the airport from Essendon Motel?

The closest major airport to Essendon Motel is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 6.6 mi away (9-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Essendon Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Essendon Motel.

Essendon Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 925 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 925 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 230 out of 925 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 183 out of 925 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 173 out of 925 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Clean and comfortable with free WiFi and free parking on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room is in need of maintenance as the shower screen door rail was coming away from the wall. Was generally looking worse for wear and would benefit from a renovation. But the staff were accomodating and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, reasonably clean, good location and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms were clean, it was close to the airport and DFO, and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
You get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thick mould on shower ceiling towel rail falling off the wall poor lighting fan outside bathroom window running all the time couldn’t close broken window cob webs everywhere filthy curtains looked like urine stains two cracks in tv screen couldn’t open draws as they were screwed shut wonky table with a hole in the top microwave with a big dint in the top everything in the fridge froze even our milk and avocado overall a unit painted by a blind man’s dog
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a truly wonderful couple of days at a terrific place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs total refurbishment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Being close to the airport made this motel an excellent place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and pleasant. Good room with great bed. Well priced
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I couldn't have been happier with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
It was clean, good price and perfect location for our overnight stay which is all we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, lots of parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was below standard .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Very convenient to stay at before an early morning flight
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good one
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Very old style motel but very spacious which was great
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good budget hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Just happy to stay for a couple of nights
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilets and rooms are very dated with no smoke alarms they are removed from the roof also bathrooms are very dirty and old
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, fairly central, reasonable rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and no. Intermittent internet and I had to ring owner to get password. Should be in room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Receptionist absolutely amazing helped us with our issues outside of the motel and very friendly would recommend a stay thanks from room 23
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025