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Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Croydon

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Five Bedroom Apartment | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Five Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, toaster, highchair
Standard Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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335 Dorset Road, Croydon, VIC, 3136
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Five Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Five Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Croydon stay.Your stay at this Croydon motel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Eastland and Dandenong Ranges National Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are William Ricketts Sanctuary and Olinda Falls.
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What's nearby

  • Eastland - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Olinda Falls - 18 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 18 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Belgrave Station - 16 min drive
  • Croydon Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dainton Taphouse Croydon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dorset Gardens Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arndale Seafood Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Zest Cafe and Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Asta's Tandoor Indian Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.5-star motel in Croydon
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Dorset Gardens Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. A free area shuttle within 5 km is available. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Melbourne motel.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1967
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dorset Gardens Hotel offers 46 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bingo
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 8:30 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Please proceed to the bar in the gaming room]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

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 200 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dorset Gardens Hotel to the airport?

Dorset Gardens Hotel is 28.7 mi (47-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dorset Gardens Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dorset Gardens Hotel.

Does Dorset Gardens Hotel offer free breakfast?

Dorset Gardens Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Dorset Gardens Hotel have a pool?

Dorset Gardens Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Dorset Gardens Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Dorset Gardens Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Dorset Gardens Hotel to downtown Melbourne?

Dorset Gardens Hotel is 18 mi away from Melbourne.

Dorset Gardens Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 717 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 717 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 717 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 717 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 717 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
it was good for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I rented a room overnight with my disabled older brother. The evening staff were both able to come to our room to orient us how to use the features, and check they were working --showers, lights, phone, etc. and professional manner gave us reasscheerful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

6/10 Okay

Erica

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok for bed and bath for a short stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel could really do with a facelift. Shes looking tired and ready to retire .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

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

served the purpose

It was reasonable for our needs as an overnight stay as I had to put mycar in for a service on new years eve and we did not have to worry bout traffic in the morning to get the car there by 8sm
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vivienne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was very clean couldnt fault it. Staff are very friendly. Only thing i would criticise due to my disability, i couldnt have a shower due to the bath being too high.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Happy guest. The rooms are clean the beds great.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rowan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bigger bed would of been nice. Having dvd on the tv was great👍
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & cosy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
received the room as going to funeral next day and driving more than 10hrs got the room tv didn't work, next room had paint everywhere, third room heating didnt work. ordered dinner at the restuarant went for smoke came back they had taken our drinks we paid for and emptied the table, finally had dinner. After getting home sent the owner/manager an email asking if they would consider to give the money back for the room as we got moved three times this was over a week ago .... and still havn't heard anything!! The lady at reception is a wonderful person and was really upset for us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apart from noisy guests next door, stay was fine.Would definetly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious with everything you need bed, ensuite, a table and chairs as well as a couch and comfortable, would recommend the units there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
room was very old
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Math, Pasadena

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mishay

Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very pleasant stay. Nice clean and tidy well kept rooms and grounds and easy to get food at the pub not even a minutes walk away from the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a function at Dorset Gardens, just had to walk back to the room. It was great. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Maree

Traveled with partner
Clean standard room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are older but very clean, spacious & had everything you need for a short stay. Rooms are at the back of the property so no traffic, restaurant or sports bar noise, it was very quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024