Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Queens Park

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Property entrance
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040
  • Place, Queens Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, DFO Essendon Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alf Pearce Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Essendon stay.Your stay at this Essendon motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Queens Park and Moonee Valley Racecourse. DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Royal Melbourne Showgrounds are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Queens Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • DFO Essendon Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Alf Pearce Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Flemington Racecourse - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Melbourne Zoo - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 6 min walk
  • Glenbervie Station - 11 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ten One Ate - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Essendon Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Benny & Me - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St Rose - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

3-star motel near Queens Park
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services. Event space at this motel measures 861 square feet (80 square meters) and includes a conference center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments also features express check-out, a front-desk safe, and a microwave in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Melbourne motel.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 861 sq ft of conference space
  • 80 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 6:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments to the airport?

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments is 3.3 mi (10-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments on Nov 29, 2025 start from $87.49, 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.

Does Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments.

How close is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments to the beach?

This motel is 12.8 mi (31-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 15.4 mi (39-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offer free breakfast?

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Crown Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments have a pool?

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments to downtown Melbourne?

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments is 5 mi away from Melbourne.