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Novotel Melbourne Preston

4.5 star property
4.5-star hotel near Preston Market

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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215 Bell Street, Preston, VIC, 3072
  • Place, Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Preston Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Northland Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Preston stay.Your stay at this Preston hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Preston Market and Northland Shopping Centre. Also, Darebin International Sports Centre is within 3 miles (5 km) and Melbourne Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Preston Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Northland Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Olympic Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Darebin International Sports Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bell Station - 12 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 20 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tallboy and Moose - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dendeke - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Keys - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Stolberg - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪MKS - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Novotel Melbourne Preston

4.5-star hotel near Preston Market
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4252 square feet (395 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Melbourne Preston. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 383 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 4252 sq ft of conference space
  • 395 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Melbourne Preston offers 383 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 400.00 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35 to 35 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rydges Bell City
Rydges Bell City Preston
Rydges Hotel Bell City
Rydges Hotel Bell City Preston
BreakFree Bell City Preston, Greater Melbourne
Sleep & Go Bell City Hotel Preston
Mantra Bell City Hotel Preston
Mantra Bell City Hotel
Mantra Bell City Preston
Mantra Bell City
Rydges Bell City Hotel And Residences
Bell City Hotel Residences
Bell City Preston
Mantra Bell City Preston, Greater Melbourne
Mantra Bell City
Novotel Melbourne Preston Hotel
Novotel Melbourne Preston Preston
Novotel Melbourne Preston Hotel Preston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Melbourne Preston to the airport?

Novotel Melbourne Preston is 7.9 mi (19-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 Novotel Melbourne Preston?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne Preston on Jan 8, 2026 start from $107.82, 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 Novotel Melbourne Preston have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Melbourne Preston.

How close is Novotel Melbourne Preston to the beach?

This hotel is 10.4 mi (36-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 10.8 mi (37-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Novotel Melbourne Preston offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Melbourne Preston, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 35 and 35 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

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

What time is check-in at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 20 per day.

Does Novotel Melbourne Preston have a pool?

Novotel Melbourne Preston does not have a pool.

Does Novotel Melbourne Preston have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Melbourne Preston have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Melbourne Preston to downtown Melbourne?

Novotel Melbourne Preston is 5.4 mi away from Melbourne.

Novotel Melbourne Preston Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 267 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, helpful staff. A microwave would be nice but they're only in the studio suites. Worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Kymberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and my stay was effortless
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Nice Hotel

Staff and facilities are first class. Centralized location with easy assess to public transport links.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good gym facilities and room was spacious. All staff were very friendly and attentive, right from my arrival, reception staff, the morning restaurant team, as well as the evening room service staff, you have a great team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

FAYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room well positioned for the city shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elie Mema

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and the staff are very friendly. Location was close to everything we needed. There should be complimentary water though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Fatima

Business traveler

Bathroom too small

Bathroom is too small. Towels don’t feel nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean amenities, great room for a family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely place to stay for myself and my daughter. We did have an issue with the tv making strange noises that we couldn’t watch much free to air stations. Otherwise very safe and secure parking is what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy

Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Melinda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not planning to stay during my next t
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean with good service

My room was large and had everything I needed. Onsite parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelvaratnam, Leichhardt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well maintained, very clean and a really nice smell. The staff were extremely helpful and pleasant. Restaurant food, which was very good, is available all day. The bar was reasonably priced and has a good feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rilvo

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