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Carlton Lygon Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Lygon Street

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Lygon Front Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Queen Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Queen Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Queen Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Queen Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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220 Lygon Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • Place, Lygon Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Melbourne
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Lygon Front Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lygon Front Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Suite

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

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Twin Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Studio | In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Bedroom Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Family Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Twin Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lygon Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Family Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Carlton stay.You'll be steps from Lygon Street and within a 10-minute walk of University of Melbourne with a stay at this Carlton hotel. Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Building are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lygon Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Melbourne Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 9 min drive
  • Melbourne Central Station - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Measure - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rice Bar Not Only Rice - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Universal Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Don Tojo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Leonardo's Pizza Palace - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Carlton Lygon Lodge

3.5-star hotel near Lygon Street
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Carlton Lygon Lodge also features a terrace, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Carlton Lygon Lodge offers 60 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking from 6:00 PM to 7:30 AM
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 30 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from March 1 2026 to February 14 2028 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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.

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 30 per day
  • 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Lygon Lodge

Lygon Lodge Carlton

Lygon Lodge

Carlton Lygon Lodge Hotel

Carlton Lygon Lodge Carlton

Carlton Lygon Lodge Hotel Carlton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Carlton Lygon Lodge to the airport?

Carlton Lygon Lodge is 9.2 mi (25-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 Carlton Lygon Lodge?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlton Lygon Lodge on Jun 1, 2026 start from $67, 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.

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Carlton Lygon Lodge.

How close is Carlton Lygon Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 6.1 mi (28-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 6.7 mi (28-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge offer free breakfast?

Carlton Lygon Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

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

What time is check-in at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Carlton Lygon Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 30 per day.

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge have a pool?

Carlton Lygon Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Carlton Lygon Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Carlton Lygon Lodge to downtown Melbourne?

Carlton Lygon Lodge is 1 mi away from Melbourne.

Carlton Lygon Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 390 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 431 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
good room, great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Antonio Renado

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, plenty of space. Kitchenette was handy. Trams nearby and they run very frequently. Supermarket down the road and the hotel is surrounded by eating places. The Afghan restaurant nearly next door was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient location in the centre of Lygon Street. Rooms were spotless. Linen crisp although showing its age. Very quiet overnight considering the location. Good air-conditioning in the middle of a heatwave.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great position clean rooms and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eliz Bonnie

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Arj

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

gabrielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff were friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & tidy, great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, comfortable, quiet, and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lewis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the worst place ever. filthy. disgusting. disgraceful service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Carlton location. Close to tram and bus. Plenty of restaurants on your doorstep. 7 eleven across the road. Very clean rooms. Great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Damion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good as usual but this time, even though I'd alerted staff I spilt wine on my sheets the first night they were never changed over 3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikolai

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location. n.b. trams do not service that part of lygon street. there are busses they dont leave from Southern cross or Flinders street. staff were good the balcony needed cleaning. interesting area live music till 11 except sun and monday. soon as the live music stops the hoons start and all is quiet by midnight
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness
very friendly. Safe & secure parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammad, Dunedin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly staff, clean and quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff kindness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, Clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025