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Our top choices for The Basin cheap hotels

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a brick building facade.

1. Hotel Cavalier

Hotel Cavalier
2.5 star property
Wantirna South
7.4 out of 10, Good, (554 reviews)
"Staff were so helpful"
Australia
Vicki
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hotel Cavalier
A grand lobby with a central staircase, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

2. The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
3.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,277 reviews)
"Great location and nice hotel."
Australia
Craig
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
A conference room with a large screen displaying "Mercure Hotel Southbank Melbourne", six chairs, a table with a projector, and a view of the outside.

3. Mercure Melbourne Southbank

Mercure Melbourne Southbank
4.0 star property
Southbank
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, staff were excellent and breakfast was perfect."
Australia
Simon
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Melbourne Southbank
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a Holiday Inn Express sign, and a nearby Opera Australia building.

4. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG
4.0 star property
Southbank
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative lamp post.

5. Bell Motel

Bell Motel
3.5 star property
Preston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (909 reviews)
"The motel is well located, quiet and was very clean with a comfy bed. You do need two pillows though and those provided were not very comfortable. Other than that I would recommend m."
Australia
Robyn
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Bell Motel
A modern house with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense greenery and flowering plants.

6. Moon House

Moon House
3.0 star property
Diamond Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (42 reviews)
"Very comfortable and affordable stay for our little getaway to the Melbourne Area"
Australia
Richard
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Moon House
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and ottoman, a glass coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

7. Adara Hotel Richmond

Adara Hotel Richmond
4.5 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,087 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
Vicki
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Adara Hotel Richmond
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign for 'Mercure Hotel' and 'David Jones' store.

8. Mercure Melbourne City Centre

Mercure Melbourne City Centre
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Was happy with the service would stay there again and was close to everything."
Australia
Teresa
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Melbourne City Centre
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a painting on the wall, and a coffee maker on the counter.

9. ibis budget Melbourne CBD

ibis budget Melbourne CBD
3.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location, good breakfast"
Australia
Paul Thomas Joseph
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
ibis budget Melbourne CBD
A spacious lobby with a central staircase, multiple seating areas, and a modern design.

10. Mercure Melbourne Albert Park

Mercure Melbourne Albert Park
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The property was perfect for our kind of stay. Staff were very helpful and the amenities were perfect"
Australia
Paul
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Melbourne Albert Park
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Top The Basin Hotel Reviews

Novotel Melbourne on Collins

Novotel Melbourne on Collins

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was nice over all. Room is a bit old but clean. Location is very convenient."
yifan 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Novotel Melbourne on Collins

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What is there to see and do in The Basin?
You won't have to spend a fortune to find things to see and do in The Basin. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that cost very little. Check out the area's cultural spots like Montsalvat and Heide Museum of Modern Art, or get outdoors at Dandenong Ranges National Park.
How can I get to The Basin and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in The Basin can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 28.7 mi (46.2 km) away: Melbourne Airport (MEL). The Basin might not have many public transport options so a car rental could be an economical alternative to see the area.

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