Essence Hotel Carlton (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Essence Hotel Carlton?
What makes it 48% Kids-Friendly: Kids allowed but hotel forbids extra beds, so sharing existing twin or queen beds is required; no pool or club, yet gaming lounge, courtyard, and Melbourne Museum playground 750 m give activity options.
Good match for:
- Solo Food Explorers: Steps from Lygon Street’s Italian cafes and eateries, perfect for dining adventures.
- Remote Workers: Free high-speed Wi-Fi and coworking spaces let you stay productive on the road.
- Fitness Enthusiasts: Use the 24-hour gym or go for runs in nearby Carlton Gardens.
Things to keep in mind:
- Guests Seeking On-Site Breakfast: Breakfast not provided; try nearby cafes on Lygon Street.
- Swimmers: No swimming pool available at the hotel.
What is so special about Essence Hotel Carlton for with kids?
- Unlimited free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
- 24-hour gym and communal lounge with pool table
- Outdoor courtyard with BBQ and terrace garden
- Easy walk to Carlton Gardens, Lygon Street, and Melbourne City Baths
- Accessible rooms and step-free public areas
Note: Essence Hotel Carlton is 48% Kids-Friendly. You may want to consider other Kids-Friendly Hotels in Melbourne for a more suitable experience.
Transport & Nearby Access
Melbourne Central Station: 750m (9 min walk)
Catch City Loop trains to Flinders Street and across Melbourne.
Flagstaff Station: 1.3 km (16 min walk)
One stop from Flinders Street Station via the City Loop.
Essendon Airport: 17.8 km (27 min drive)
Taxi to airport in around 27 minutes.
Kids-Friendly Activities around Essence Hotel Carlton
Carlton Gardens: 750m (9 min walk)
World Heritage-listed gardens around the Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum.
Tip: Visit at sunrise for quiet paths and birdlife.
Melbourne City Baths: 400m (5 min walk)
Historic public pool complex with fitness classes and sauna.
Tip: Book a lane swim early to avoid crowds.
Lygon Street Italian Precinct: 300m (4 min walk)
Lively street lined with cafes, gelaterias, and restaurants.
Tip: Try a breakfast coffee and pastry at one of the cafes.
Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Essence Hotel Carlton:
Free Wi-Fi:
Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas.
24-hour fitness centre:
Gym open 24/7 with cardio machines and free weights.
Outdoor courtyard and BBQ:
Courtyard with complimentary BBQ facilities and outdoor seating.
Communal lounge:
Ground-floor lounge featuring a pool table and a large-screen TV.
Terrace garden:
Open-air terrace garden with seating areas.
Luggage storage and wake-up calls:
Free luggage storage and wake-up call service.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Private parking:
Onsite private parking available for a nightly fee.
Fax and photocopy services:
Business services including fax and photocopying at extra charge.
Accessibility at Essence Hotel Carlton:
All public areas have step-free access; elevators serve every floor.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Use the Free Tram Zone: Step onto any tram along Swanston Street just outside the hotel to explore Melbourne CBD without a ticket.
- Work in the Coworking Space: Use the hotel's coworking spaces and communal kitchen to meet other guests and stay productive.
- Run through Carlton Gardens: Head to Carlton Gardens for a 2.5 km loop — perfect for a morning run or walk.
Reviews of Essence Hotel Carlton
jessica bowman
Better off at a backpackers, rooms are small, walls are paper thin, hear all guests and hallway noise can even hear the plumbing and other noises from the building in the walls. 5 nights here room serviced only the first 2 days, only facilities are a tiny bar fridge, 2 cups, w teaspoons and a kettle. Location is nice.
Kevin Kasten
Good and friendly service but sometimes have to wait a short while at the front desk - can be 5 - 10 mins. Rooms are being serviced every day, however, it seems that there is excessive dust coming from the ventilation system which I found a bit strange. The wardrobe area is a bit small if you want to stay for longer, for a couple of days not a problem though (if you’re happy to take everything str...
Martha Raupp
Neat and tidy place on Swanston St, 2 minutes from the tram into the city, and easy walking to the city or Lygon St. Room is on the smaller side but it’s clean and tidy and everything is there including an iron, safe, shampoo/conditioner, and minibar with milk for the coffee and tea provided. I also found the 24/7 staff good for this type of hotel and the card system for the main door, lift and ro...
Jason Thompson
Perfect location a few minutes walk from the nearest tram stop or a easy walk down Swanston Street to Melbourne Central Shopping Mall/Train Station. Rooms ideal as a base for exploring the sights of Melbourne. Friendly staff, quick check in/out. Very quiet rooms.We appreciated having a fridge in our room.
Afranio V P
Excellent location and the bedrooms are good and clean. The bathroom is just amazing. Sunket was pretty helpful in everything we needed. I lived there for 1 month and I cant complain about anything
Map of Essence Hotel Carlton
Address: 609 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
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How to get to Essence Hotel Carlton:
Take a taxi from Essendon Airport to the hotel – about 17.8 km (27 min drive).
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