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Novotel Melbourne Preston

4.5 star property
4.5-star hotel near Preston Market

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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215 Bell Street, Preston, VIC, 3072
  • Place, Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Preston Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Northland Shopping Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪22 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
(25 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 Library - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Preston Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Shotkickers - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Northland Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 1.5 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
  • ‪Ayam Penyet Ria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sutsa Malaysian - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Stolberg - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Keys - ‬6 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • 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

  • 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

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 12 2026 to June 14 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Parking area

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort 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

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)
  • 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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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 Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne Preston on Jun 21, 2026 start from $95, 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 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. 189 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 320 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room Very clean. Staff very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great all round, would stay there again. Plenty of car parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, clean amenities, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Mads

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service minded reception staff, good breakfast and service in the restaurant.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Staff & service
stay was ok
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kerry Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Vihanga Sankalpa Kariyawasam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and easy access to public transportation. Stay was pleasant and the staff was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my business trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

John Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
shower was very very small and could not buy drinking water at the hotel - helpful member of staff gave a glass of water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very lovely place to stay excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Novotel is within walking distance to our relatives. Our room was cleaned daily. Quality of room is very nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quite a modern hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was well! Nice, clean room with good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shaofang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel with good brrakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff arranged parking for my large work van in the front carpark which was handy .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, nice and quiet, but the bed was super uncomfortable. Rock hard. There was also no extra bedding or pillows at all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, lovely staff and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vihanga Sankalpa Kariyawasam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed with family during our stay in Melbourne and the staff was so helpful and even helped with booking a medical consultation. Restaurant across the hotel for Breakfast and Dinner was so convenient with good food!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Great Motel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay comfortable staff are helpful good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient for my requirements. Friendly staff. Quick check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Was an enjoyable stay, staff were very helpful and made feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025