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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Queens Park

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Triple Room
Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Three Bedroom Apartment
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr

Room options

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Basic Triple Room

Basic Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Quadruple Family Room

Quadruple Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040

What's nearby

  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Moonee Valley Racecourse - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Flemington Racecourse - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Royal Children's Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Melbourne Zoo - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 6 min walk
  • Glenbervie Station - 11 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Benny & Me - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Thai Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Essendon Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ten One Ate - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lincoln Food Store - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

Motel near Moonee Valley Racecourse
Located close to Queens Park and DFO Essendon Shopping Center, Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments provides a conference centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Laundry services, multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (861 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Alexander Motor Inn
Best Western Melbourne
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Motel
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Essendon
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Motel Essendon
Alexander Motor Inn Apartments Essendon
Alexander Motor Inn Apartments
Alexander Motor Essendon

Frequently asked questions

Is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

As of 22 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments on 21 Apr 2025 start from AU$138.09, 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.

How much is parking at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments located?

Located in Essendon, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Queens Park, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Moonee Valley Racecourse and DFO Essendon Shopping Center. Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and Flemington Racecourse are also within 3 mi (5 km). Essendon Station is 6 minutes by foot and Glenbervie Station is 11 minutes.

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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 403 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1002 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ross

Good budget accommodation in a reasonable location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

margaret

We were looking to stay for a couple of nights to where we were going so suited our stay close to all very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Great!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great little place, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Close to venue
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fareed

Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Very close to train and tram lines. Also Rose street is a delight to be near to. Reasonable prices, and staff were always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jo-Anne

Will stay again, clean and comfortable rooms, polite informative staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marissa

Close to the train station. Basic but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Friendly managers. Comfortable bed. Soft towels. The hot water arrived quickly in the shower. Snacks available at the office. Introduction to local cafe especially for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Clean Comfortable quiet easy access not far from cafes restaurants Staff helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Nicely located on the outskirts of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Great location, comfy beds, nice hot shower, very clean. Would stay here again without hesitation. Fantastic value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

All your basic comforts are met and great restaurants within walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Cozy, clean, convenient with a train station nearby, manager was very helpful providing touring advice and assistance. Highly recommended!

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MURRAY

Ideal location for Royal Show, parking, and economical.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gayle

Friendly host, car parking and walking distance to great dining. Rooms a little dated but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dominica

Property was pretty good, value for money. Basic, clean and had everything needed for our stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

In town for an event
Motel somewhat dated but clean and comfortable. Peter was very helpful. Close to public transport, shops and food outlets.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA

Such a wonderful stay for the Melbourne Show with my grandson's having their own room ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Great spot to stay. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

The place may not be flash but it did the job I wanted.. Sleep, shower and somewhere to make my coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

Place wasn't bad for it's age
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Very freindly and accommodating..thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024