Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni?
What makes it 80% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk, CCTV and secure entry boost safety; free Wi-Fi and desks suit work; 10-min walk to Melbourne Central station, Queen Victoria Market and museum keeps solo trips easy.
Good match for:
- Culture Seekers: Walk 6 min to Melbourne Museum and explore natural history and art at your own pace.
- Food Lovers: Stay on Lygon Street’s ‘Little Italy’ and sample authentic cafes and gelaterias just steps away.
Things to keep in mind:
- Pool Seekers: The hotel does not offer a swimming pool for guests.
What is so special about Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni for solo trip?
- Central ‘Little Italy’ location steps from cafes and restaurants
- Balcony in every room with street or courtyard views
- Free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and 24-hour front desk for solo convenience
- Accessible rooms and elevator access across the property
- Onsite paid parking and laundry services
Transport & Nearby Access
Melbourne Central Station: 1.1 km (14 min walk)
City Loop station with frequent services across Melbourne.
Parliament Train Station: 1.5 km (5 min drive)
Serves city loop and regional lines connecting inner suburbs.
Essendon Airport: 18.4 km (28 min drive)
Domestic flights hub; taxi to hotel takes about 28 minutes.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni
Melbourne Museum: 450 m (6 min walk)
Exhibits on natural history, science and Indigenous cultures.
Tip: Arrive at opening time to explore the IMAX dome before crowds.
Royal Exhibition Building: 520 m (7 min walk)
UNESCO-listed 19th-century exhibition hall.
Tip: Join the free weekend guided tours for historical insights.
Carlton Gardens: 560 m (7 min walk)
Historic park with fountains and tree-lined paths.
Tip: Grab coffee from a nearby café and picnic on the lawns.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni:
Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas:
Stay connected in the lobby and common spaces at no extra cost.
24-hour front desk:
Staff available around the clock for check-in and assistance.
Luggage storage:
Store your bags securely before check-in or after check-out.
Terrace:
Relax outdoors with city views on the hotel's terrace.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Private parking:
Onsite self-parking available for an additional fee.
Laundry service:
Coin-operated machines and full laundry service available for a fee.
EV charging station:
Charge electric vehicles onsite at additional charge.
Accessibility at Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni:
All guest floors and public areas are reachable by elevator.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Drop bags and go anytime: Use free luggage storage and the 24-hour desk to start exploring Melbourne at your convenience.
- Fuel up on Lygon Street: Step out to Cafe Notturno (<100 m) for espresso and pastries before heading out.
- Plan a museum morning: Walk 6 min to Melbourne Museum and arrive at opening to skip lines.
Reviews of Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni
Anthony Healy
Extremely central location on a street full of restaurants. You could walk to the city in 15mins and walk to the bars if Fitzroy in 20. Excellent to get around. The beds were comfortable and big enough room.
Tracy Morison
I stayed at Lygon Lodge for a week while visiting the University of Melbourne, and the location really is ideal — right in the heart of Carlton, close to great restaurants, transport links, and an easy walk or quick tram ride to campus. My room was comfortable with a pleasant street view, and although the décor felt a little tired, it was generally fine for my needs. There were a few missed spots ...
Kelly Mcleod
Hotel was amazing. The staff were very accommodating also extremely friendly. We have stayed here several times and will continue to come and stay whilst visiting Melbourne.
Alana Hinck
Amazing location. Room is great. But the service is fantastic. Teddy at reception so nice and helpful. I have stayed in many places in Melbourne but can say for the price. Absolutely 5 stars
Gabriel Archer
I really enjoyed my stay and it was perfect for my partner who actually wanted to stay on a long term basis. Sadly they couldn't extend his stay which actually would have made more in the longrun . The parts I really enjoyed was the TV is large big screen, Netflix and you tube, no problem with WiFi lagging it was high speed. And free. I give out shout to the kind lady working on Sunday. She ...
Map of Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni
Address: 220 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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How to get to Carlton Lygon Lodge - Close to Melbourne Uni:
From Essendon Airport, take a taxi for a 28 min (18.4 km) ride to Carlton Lygon Lodge.
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