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"Outside of complex was very untidy. Rubbish lying around etc. No spare pillows.Only 1 chair. Overall only really 2star rating. Plumbing was very noisy ... " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 25 Nov 2016

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Hotel Description

At Palms Motel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Flemington Racecourse and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Highpoint Shopping Centre.

Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-star Footscray motel include Queen Victoria Market and Marvel Stadium.

Superior Family Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Palms Motel ratings based on 133 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
2.5 out of 5 2.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 2.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 1.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 2.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Palms Motel

Everyone (86) Business (1) Couples (25) Family (20) Other (1)
1 out of 5

DISGUSTING & FERRAL+*+*****+++

This Motel should be close down .Never book this motel better to sleep on the street.

Posted by on 2 Feb. 2017

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1 out of 5

We refused to stay there.

Pros: Nothing. We believe that the premises should be inspected by an appropriate Authority which should result in it being closed.
Cons: The entire building should be substantially upgraded - the cost of which could well be prohibitive.
Location: We were fortunate to secure superior accommodation in an adjacent street - at much higher tariff.
Our son, who lives in Melbourne, observed the motel the day before our arrival and was concerned that we had already paid. His comments on the motel's appearance and general upkeep were most unflattering. When we arrived on the afternoon of Tuesday 13 December my wife refused to accept the accommodation and indicated that, as far as she was concerned we would go elsewhere even if it meant forfeiting what we had paid.. I was in agreement but preferred to try to, at least. recover some of our cost. I indicated to one of the managers?? that we would walk away, no questions asked, if he refunded us half of our payment. He declined the offer, hence my telephone call to you.

Posted by on 16 Dec. 2016

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3 out of 5
Pros: Proximity to hospital
Cons: Tidiness. The only chair was filthy.Booked for 3 adults but to ask for towels for 3rd person.
Location: Very few eateries close by. Close to Footscray market and Highpoint Shopping Centre
Outside of complex was very untidy. Rubbish lying around etc. No spare pillows.Only 1 chair. Overall only really 2star rating. Plumbing was very noisy.

Posted by , from Victoria country on 25 Nov. 2016

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1 out of 5

worst hotel I have stayed at

Positives: easy to find and close to royal show grounds, room appeared clean and bed was comfortable. Negatives: in very unkept condition, insufficient ammenities (no cutlery, just mugs and a plastic spoon), no microwave and power is only available if room key is inserted in a controller which meant the fridge was turned off all day when out, however it did freeze the drinks overnight so they stayed colder longer lol. I felt uneasy staying alone the first night and ended up having a friend come stay with me, when we got up the next morning and walked to our cars we had to be careful not to trip over a drink can with a syringe inserted in it.

Posted by , from victoria. on 20 Nov. 2016

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2 out of 5

very ordinary rooms

hot water to slow to heat, tv remote not working, air con control not given out, graffiti on wall, staff are really great. for an emergency one nighter this ok but not any longer. one room had a horrible buzzing noise as well

Posted by on 10 Nov. 2016

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1 out of 5

Do not stay here!!

Pros: Absolutely nothing!
Cons: Everything
Location: Don't bother
Everything was filthy! Room has not been cleaned, sheets had not been changed. 1 towel given for twin share, asked for another & was given a bath mat! Staff not friendly or helpful. Horrible place!

Posted by , from B on 3 Nov. 2016

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2 out of 5
Pros: The price was cheap and it had onsite parking. It was close to where we wanted to go
Cons: The room smelt terrible, was old and not clean. The bedside tables were disgusting.

Posted by on 1 Nov. 2016

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1 out of 5

Felt very unsafe

Pros: Nothing. Even the sign out the front was ominous 'at journeys end'. AHS Australia: Motel.
Cons: Everything. Very scary and unsafe place. Actually felt like I was going to get robbed any second the whole time
There are a lot of people permanently living there that look like they are doing it tough, some have just finished their sentences. I felt very very unsafe. Don't leave anything valuable in the room. Room was old and stinky and the electricity turns off when you leave the room meaning the fridge turns off too. Don't stay here, it's not a normal motel, something is a bit off. It shouldn't be open to the public.

Posted by , from B on 30 Oct. 2016

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2 out of 5

UP GRADE of rooms

Pros: Was close to the Footscray Public Hospital.
Cons: Up grade of ancient furniture and inclusion of microwave and plates and cutlery. Rooms need a little TLC
Location: Didn't get around to seeing any activities, spent all day in the hospital with my husband
We are from Mildura and my husband had to have a procedure done at the Footscray Public Hospital. Having to stay for over a week, I was looking for a motel that was not too expensive and close to the hospital. It is a budget motel but was disappointed with the lack of facilities, eg microwave, bedside lamps and bath mats.

Posted by , from mildura on 2 Oct. 2016

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1 out of 5

I whould not recommend this motel to anyone

Pros: Didnt like this motel at all tv woulnt work all the time no microwave no chairs only one towel for 2people , too many people making too much noise .
Cons: The needs a lot of painti g gardens, office dirty
Location: Nothing absolutely nothing verydirty place never will we go there again if i could have gone somewhere else i would have i felt very unsafe
My experience was bad filthy place no cutlery,no nothing and you charge $95.00per night for what Most of the people there where permant again i was ashamed to have had to stay there

Posted by on 2 Oct. 2016

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Property Features

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

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Showgrounds Station (3.9 km / 2.4 mi)
  • Metro station: Middle Footscray Station (0.8 km / 0.5 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Palms Motel offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer available
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 1 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk

Hotel Names

  • Palms Footscray
  • Palms Motel Footscray
  • Palms Motel Motel
  • Palms Motel Footscray
  • Palms Motel Motel Footscray
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.