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Guiding Star Hotel

2.5 star property
Motel in Melbourne with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Twin Share Room
Exterior
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Standard Room | Bathroom
Lunch and dinner served
Travelers find a warm reception at this Brooklyn hotel where they can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, challenge companions to pool games, and relax with in-room WiFi. Previous guests consistently praise the helpful hotel staff who enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Share Room

Twin Share Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Twin Share Disability Access

Twin Share Disability Access

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Brooklyn, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Guiding Star Hotel is near the airport. Queen Victoria Market and Collins Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St Kilda Beach and Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Flemington Racecourse or Marvel Stadium.
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Map
700 Geelong Rd, Brooklyn, VIC, 3012

What's nearby

  • Flemington Racecourse - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Crown Casino - 11 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Tottenham Station - 5 min drive
  • Deer Park Station - 10 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tico's Drive Thru Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's Little Boundary Rd - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Guiding Star Hotel

Motel near Flemington Racecourse
Consider a stay at Guiding Star Hotel and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Guiding Star Hotel, offers lunch, dinner and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and separate dining areas
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Guiding Star Hotel

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (11:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Guiding Star Hotel Motel
Guiding Star Hotel Brooklyn
Guiding Star Hotel Motel Brooklyn

Frequently asked questions

Is Guiding Star Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Guiding Star Hotel?

As of 22 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guiding Star Hotel on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$110.81, 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 Guiding Star Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Guiding Star Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Guiding Star Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Guiding Star Hotel located?

Located in Brooklyn, this motel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Footscray Hospital, Flemington Racecourse and Highpoint Shopping Centre. Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and The District Docklands are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Guiding Star Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay while working away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and tidy and the hotel is a pleasant place for a drink and a feed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay always
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The pub it’s attached to was amazing food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent meals and nice people
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place all round
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property the room was very clean And I’m really satisfied this. My second time I’ve been there and I will be coming back again and their service was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fourth time here, and it's consistently great! The rooms are always comfortable and spotless, with all the essentials. The staff are incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Love the convenience of having a restaurant, cafe, and bottle shop on site, plus they'll deliver dinner right to your room! Plenty of parking available too. Always a positive experience; I'll happily stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable, great value!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heating good plenty of milk tv good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our stay was good .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very much for your hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are comfortable and clean, including all the basics. The staff are friendly, helpful and accommodating. Shoutout to the lovely cleaning lady for her kindness and service. There is a cafe, restaurant and bottle shop by reception which is very convienient. Plus plenty of parking available. Thouroughly enjoyed our stay, will happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly at reception Let me check in early for a festival Parking was super easy and hotel was easy to get too Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Guiding Star was fabulous and definitely will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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