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Bell Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, surrounded by pillows and floor lamps, in a bright and airy space.
Relax by the pool in a shaded patio area with a pergola, surrounded by trees and comfortable seating.
Relax in the shaded patio area, complete with tables, chairs, and a lantern.
Enjoy casual dining in this restaurant with a brick wall backdrop, flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating for meals.
Welcome to the reception area, surrounded by lush greenery and a beautifully maintained driveway.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Cnr Bell & 2 Patterson Streets, Preston, VIC, 3072
  • La Trobe University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Rod Laver Arena
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Corporate Room

Corporate Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Corporate Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Spa Suite | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

King Spa Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Preston stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Preston motel, you'll find Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre and Preston Market. Northland Shopping Centre and La Trobe University are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • La Trobe University - 9 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Crown Casino - 14 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Bell Station - 11 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 19 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Noi Pizzeria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stolberg Beer Cafe & Functions - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pausa Pranzo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rebel Rebel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster Preston - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Bell Motel

3.5-star motel near Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
Bell Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bell Motel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Melbourne motel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Bell Motel offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Melbourne motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 250 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

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
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bell Motor Inn
Bell Motor Inn Melbourne
Bell Motor Melbourne
Bell Motel Preston
Bell Motel Motel
Bell Motel Preston
Bell Motel Motel Preston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bell Motel to the airport?

Bell Motel is 7.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bell Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bell Motel.

How close is Bell Motel to the beach?

This motel is 10.3 mi (37-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 13 mi (41-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bell Motel offer free breakfast?

Bell Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bell Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Crown Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bell Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bell Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bell Motel have a pool?

Bell Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does Bell Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bell Motel to downtown Melbourne?

Bell Motel is 5.5 mi away from Melbourne.

Bell Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 795 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 795 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 795 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 795 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 795 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel rooms could do with an upgrade but staff were excellent. Very good for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Heulwen

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a really bad night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sev

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosalind

Short stay.

Clean comfortable motel. Sufficient amenities in the room. Close to public transport and Austin Hospital. Wifi ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gino Paulo

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt like I was walking into a slasher film at this motel. The lock to get into the rear building was difficult to open, the bathroom had no toilet roll holder, gouges in the plaster and the door wouldn't close properly. There was no way to wash up the cups or cutlery we used. The aircon unit smelled musty when running and when we went to check out the pool, we decided not to risk the water because it didn't look very nice. The walls were very thin and we could hear the people in the room above us walking around and our neighbours having a conversation. The staff were friendly though, but thankfully we were busy all weekend and spent very little time in the room itself.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

ANGIE

The aircon did not work
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Murray

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to transport
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Basic, but comfortable

Basic, but comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

jaime

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property needs a new up date.nothing changed since was built. Pool was unusable, pool area neglected, building security inadequate -daytime door tired open with rope, night time door held open ajar with a brick. Spa had no plug.kitchen in room has no washing area had to use bathroom basin.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mayumi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was big & clean & reasonably priced but outdated. Check in was easy & simple as I had prepaid. Air conditioner was so loud we couldn’t have it on at night in 36degrees. Road noise was terrible Corridors stunk of cigarette smoke. Other patrons noisy & playing music at 4am. Room are not in anyway soundproof. Pool was disgusting & couldn’t be used.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfortable nice sheets and pillows. General condition of room and bathroom poor, cracked sink, black between tiles, toilet cistern cracked. Iron burn mark on carpet. No food/breakfast available. Only saw someone on reception when we arrived, otherwise deserted staff wise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Availability of free parking great New management needs to improve hugely as they have let the place go down hill which is a real shame
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel was exactly what we needed. Comfortable beds, great hot water and shower water pressure and off street parking included.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Larissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Drew

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very dusty. Looks like the table gets wiped and the floor vacuumed but a lot of dust on the heating/ air conditioner. Room on need of an update. Toilet roll holder falling off the wall. Staff were very nice and helpful, even after staying somewhere else we had to come back for a couple of toys that were lwdt behind. The staff kept them for usbuntil we could pick them up
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Older style hotel.

Older style hotel including old furniture. There were even old accessories boxed over when new fittings installed. It was clean and comfortable. Road noise was too noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Property is dated but functional. Clean, with adequate facilities for an overnight stay. Customer service needs a major effort. The office was closed most of the time. I was annoyed by the lack of consideration given to patrons who were not advised that power was to turned off by the local electricity supplier so that major works (all day) could be completed. The Motel would have been advised that this was to occur but patrons were not told. This would have enabled me to avoid being halfway through a shower when the power went off, as well as use kettle and toaster to prepare something for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no wifi available when we were there. Only one glass and one pkt biscuits for two people. No towel rail in bathroom (it was broken). Only had free to air chanels on tv. Cigarette smell was quite strong in passage. On the plus side the bed was quite comfortable, although only one pillow per person. The shower was adequate with plenty of hot water. Overall not our best experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024