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Punthill Essendon

4.5 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a mirror.
A building with a curved facade, a sign for 'SENDON' on the ground floor, and a 'Department Hotel' sign above.
A modern room with a dining table, chairs, and a view through large sliding doors to an outdoor area.
A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a television screen.
A modern dining area with a marble table, white chairs, a tablet, a plate of grapes, a glass of orange juice, and a small white table with pastries.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Explore the area

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1142 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040
  • Place, DFO Essendon Shopping Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Alf Pearce Dog Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Queens Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a coat rack, and a sliding door.

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment - Interconnecting

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a dining table, and a large window.

Two Bedroom Apartment - Interconnecting

  • 77 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a view of the city through large windows, and a wall-mounted artwork.

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment - Interconnecting

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and a minibar.

Two Bedroom Apartment - Interconnecting

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Apartment

A neatly made bed with a quilt, pillows, and a pair of shoes on the bed.

Studio Apartment

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a wall-mounted artwork.

One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Two Bedroom Apartment

A neatly made bed with a patterned pillow, two bedside lamps, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Two Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Melbourne

A luxury stay in Melbourne awaits you at Punthill Essendon. You'll be 1.4 km (0.8 mi) from DFO Essendon Shopping Center and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Moonee Valley Racecourse. Highlights at this Art Deco aparthotel include dryers, free WiFi and furnished balconies. .You can enjoy an LCD TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features a coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and a phone. In-room dining is easy with amenities like a fridge, a microwave and room service. An iron/ironing board, a desk and free toiletries are also available. Weekly housekeeping is available. .Demazzi Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Essendon aparthotel, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Highpoint Shopping Centre and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds.
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What's nearby

  • DFO Essendon Shopping Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Alf Pearce Dog Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Queens Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Flemington Racecourse - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 12 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Glenbervie Station - 14 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusto Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • Red Rooster
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chef Sofra - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Punthill Essendon

As a guest of Punthill Essendon, you'll find a fitness centre, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The luxury Punthill Essendon also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This Art Deco Melbourne aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Punthill Essendon offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Melbourne aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (AUD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Demazzi Restaurant

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 30 per day

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the suburbs
  • Near a metro station
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 56 units
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 150 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.

  • Self-parking fee: AUD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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 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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Punthill Apartment Essendon Grand
Punthill Essendon Grand
Punthill Essendon Grand Apartment
Punthill Grand Apartment
Punthill Essendon Grand
Punthill Essendon Essendon
Punthill Essendon Aparthotel
Punthill Essendon Aparthotel Essendon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Punthill Essendon?

Punthill Essendon offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Punthill Essendon?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Punthill Essendon on 13 Aug 2026 start from NZ$211, 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 Punthill Essendon?

Yep, Punthill Essendon has a self car park with in/out privileges for AUD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Punthill Essendon?

The closest beach to Punthill Essendon is St Kilda Beach (15 km).

Does Punthill Essendon serve breakfast?

Yep, breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Punthill Essendon?

No, Punthill Essendon does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Punthill Essendon?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Punthill Essendon's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Punthill Essendon?

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

Are pets allowed at Punthill Essendon?

No, pets are not allowed.

Punthill Essendon Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 391 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff, location and accommodation were all exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great, clean. Good service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place for a short stay. Walking distance to restaurants, pubs and cafes. Tram stop across the road to the city. Car Parking available. Room was clean and well presented. Also outside garden for a relaxing read in the afternoon! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean spacious room. Very handy location for transport, shopping and dining options.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tanya

I like the bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great clean hotel close to everyone needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Close to transport shops and restaurants. Easy travel to airport on public transport for $5 on myki tram and bus Easy transport to city. Nice park nearby
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent service Very clean Professional
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well appointed, 2 bedroom apartment was perfect for family getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice staff, lifts were a bit slow but no complaints other than that
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff and very clean
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was within reach of most amenities that we needed for our trip
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super friendly and accommodating. Easy to get transport and has everything you need close by. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked how close this place is to the tram stop and it's closeness to Essendon airport. Nice a quiet as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Good space in one bedroom apartment. Great bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We stayed while we were visiting Melbourne for football games at MCG. Its a convenient lication with good facilities both within the unit/hotel and surrounding location. Especially having 3 active boys with the park so close by for them to burn off energy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely facility, good soundproofing as it was on the main street, had a lovely little balcony with a good outlook.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very spacious and clean apartment!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

A quick stop over

We were hesding overseas and this was an overnight stop to see family on the way.... location was perfct, close to family and the airport... will be staying there again for sure :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean stylish and easy accessible to transport city and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ingram

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable value for money, clean. Were stingy with the coffee capsules & internet was glitchy for 4 days. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and quiet. The staff were very helpful and lovely to deal with
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023