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Novotel Melbourne Preston

4.5 star property
Suburban hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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215 Bell Street, Preston, VIC, 3072
  • Place, Melbourne Cricket Ground
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Rod Laver Arena
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

At Novotel Melbourne Preston you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of Preston Market and Northland Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 4252 square feet (395 square metres) of event facilities include 13 meeting rooms and conference space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Preston hotel include Darebin International Sports Centre and Melbourne Museum.

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Zoo - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Crown Casino - 14 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Bell Station - 12 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 20 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tallboy and Moose - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Stolberg - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dendeke - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Keys - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Bean Coffee Roaster - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Novotel Melbourne Preston

Suburban hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4252 square feet (395 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Melbourne Preston. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 383 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 4252 sq ft of conference space
  • 395 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Melbourne Preston offers 383 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • 4,252 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 400.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35 to 35 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Rydges Bell City
Rydges Bell City Preston
Rydges Hotel Bell City
Rydges Hotel Bell City Preston
BreakFree Bell City Preston, Greater Melbourne
Sleep & Go Bell City Hotel Preston
Mantra Bell City Hotel Preston
Mantra Bell City Hotel
Mantra Bell City Preston
Mantra Bell City
Rydges Bell City Hotel And Residences
Bell City Hotel Residences
Bell City Preston
Mantra Bell City Preston, Greater Melbourne
Mantra Bell City
Novotel Melbourne Preston Hotel
Novotel Melbourne Preston Preston
Novotel Melbourne Preston Hotel Preston

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Novotel Melbourne Preston offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne Preston on 14 Dec 2025 start from NZ$172.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Yep, Novotel Melbourne Preston has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for AUD 20 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Melbourne Preston?

The closest beach to Novotel Melbourne Preston is St Kilda Beach (14 km).

Is Novotel Melbourne Preston family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Melbourne Preston is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Melbourne Preston serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

No, Novotel Melbourne Preston does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Novotel Melbourne Preston Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 254 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my business trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, helpful staff. A microwave would be nice but they're only in the studio suites. Worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kymberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and my stay was effortless
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel

Staff and facilities are first class. Centralized location with easy assess to public transport links.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good gym facilities and room was spacious. All staff were very friendly and attentive, right from my arrival, reception staff, the morning restaurant team, as well as the evening room service staff, you have a great team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

FAYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room well positioned for the city shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elie Mema

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and the staff are very friendly. Location was close to everything we needed. There should be complimentary water though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Fatima

Business traveller

Bathroom too small

Bathroom is too small. Towels don’t feel nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean amenities, great room for a family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely place to stay for myself and my daughter. We did have an issue with the tv making strange noises that we couldn’t watch much free to air stations. Otherwise very safe and secure parking is what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy

Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaofang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel with good brrakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Melinda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not planning to stay during my next t
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean with good service

My room was large and had everything I needed. Onsite parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelvaratnam, Leichhardt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well maintained, very clean and a really nice smell. The staff were extremely helpful and pleasant. Restaurant food, which was very good, is available all day. The bar was reasonably priced and has a good feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025