Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Lygon Street

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BBQ/picnic area
Property preview
Meeting facility
Reception
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

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Cnr Grattan and Drummond Streets, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • Place, Lygon Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Melbourne
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 223 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower;Larger Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Larger Room)

  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 227 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower;Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 284 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

City center stay.A stay at this Carlton hotel places you steps from Lygon Street and within a 5-minute walk of University of Melbourne. Also, Royal Exhibition Building is within half a mile (1 km) and Royal Melbourne Hospital is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lygon Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Exhibition Building - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 10 min drive
  • Melbourne Central Station - 17 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Measure - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cairo Nights Restaurant & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stuzzichino Café Bar Spuntini - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Johnny, Vince & Sam’s - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Papa Gino's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel

4-star hotel near Lygon Street
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 797 square feet (74 square meters) and includes a conference center. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Melbourne hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 797 sq ft of conference space
  • 74 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1970
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel offers 100 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 80-cm LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured self parking on site (AUD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; AUD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

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.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 80-cm LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 35
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 35 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Secured self parking fee: AUD 30.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Travel Carlton
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel Carlton
Best Plus Travel Hotel Carlton
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel Carlton
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel Hotel Carlton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel is 9.3 mi (21-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 Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel?

As of Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel on Nov 23, 2025 start from $85.74, 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 Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of AUD 65 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.3 mi (24-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 9.2 mi (29-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 35 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs AUD 35 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 30.00 per night.

Does Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel to downtown Melbourne?

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Melbourne.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 430 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghassan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Josie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the location, walkable to museum, carlton gardens, CBD, shops, restaurants. It was quiet and clean and staff were excellent. The bed was ok (a bit lumpy), and bathroom a bit small but it was clean. Overall the hotel met our expectations and it was also great to receive a free bottle of wine due to Expedia silver status.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra Stewart

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for work, easy parking and quick check in check out. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and easy - very walkable to lots of dining and entertainment options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for business, working an event at the Royal Exhibition building and it was super convenient and easy. Very walkable and lots of dining options at your doorstep. Would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary, Strathfield

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at the Travel Inn for over 25 years. Clean, quiet, very friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

CARL, Morley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A smaller, more local old style hotel in Carlton next to everything on Lygon St but close to the CBD and the Carlton Gardens made this a more peaceful and friendly 6 night stay than if I had gone with my first choice, a flagship 5 star in the CBD. Very clean, good housekeeping, just 3 stories so quick to get out for a walk. Very friendly staff, and everything you need nearby. Using Uber from this location wasn't expensive, and the beds were super comfortable. The atmosphere is relaxed and tree lined streets and the university nearby, it's de-stressing and calm. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you for a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

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

Very helpful staff. Excellent service.

The staff the service. Everything was wonderful. The room was quite pleasant. Everything seemed to work okay. I've stayed there a few times before but this time there was noise. Someone was yelling or screaming or something through the night outside the pool area and you could hear it kept me awake. Hint there is electric vehicle charging downstairs for $30 extra on top of the powercor cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always feels like coming home
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

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

Weekend visit

Our stay was good with a convenient location for our visit. Plenty of dining options nearby or short trip into city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eve

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, amenities were good. No complaints. Near the museum for exhibits. Would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place for price. Will use again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean, friendly and homely. Will stay again,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kym

Stayed 1 night in May 2025