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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property

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Property entrance
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040
  • Place, Queens Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, DFO Essendon Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alf Pearce Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

Along with a conference centre, this motel has a microwave in a common area and conference space. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a computer station and express check-out are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Queens Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a conference centre are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a meeting room and a conference centre
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Queens Park and a few minutes from DFO Essendon Shopping Center
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offers its guests a vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services. Event space at this motel measures 861 square feet (80 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments also features express check-out, a front desk safe, and a microwave in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Melbourne motel.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

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 must contact the property in advance for 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information. 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Best Western Melbourne

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Motel

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Essendon

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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 393 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great little place and fantastic staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Noriko

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very good, room clean and comfortable but the door locks dodgy and bathroom heater didn't seem to work properly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great communication for a late check-in and the room was clean. We will keep coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

VINCENT, CHATSWOOD

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Had all amenities including closet for hanging clothes and an iron and ironing board, key for me. Location was good. The rate was reasonable. The Staff were helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kerree

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

nyrell

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Walk to rail/tram easy. Cafes, barbar and IGA near rail 8min walk from this accommodation property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brendon

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great budget accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and very well appointed with a microwave and fridge. The bed was very comfortable and despite being on a main road, there was very little noise ensuring I had undisturbed nights’ sleep. The reception staff were very welcoming too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and approachable and ready to help, but it was the location which was excellent for this iconic inn and motel. Close to Essendon train and tram services. For a weekend to see the AO it was very handy. The rooms were clean and tidy, had everything and the beds were comfortable. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent staff. Alot of outside light at night that comes into rooms but for what you pay I can live with that.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good value spot to stay -- room could do with a microwave but otherwise clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable , clean and affordable and good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was upstairs and accessible only from an outdoor set of stairs, which was perfectly fine, but the ledge of the walkway to the room was starting to deteriorate, which was worrying. The room inside was nicely kept clean and with plenty of amenities in the room. The room itself does need some updating, though, as many features were outdated, including the very loud ventilation, air dryer, and heating unit (all in the bathroom). The furniture in the main room were all still in good standing and the stay was actually rather comfortable. For a single night's stay, this place did work out wonderfully well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were beyond courteous. They are fabulous. Our room was lovely and clean. Bed linen fresh, and beds were made perfectly. The bed was as comfy as ..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff, good location, good value. Clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Felicity

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Neat, clean, basic accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nyrell

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here the staff are great especially Kathy so friendly. Nothing is too hard her. Room is always clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garaad

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

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