Essence Hotel Carlton
A well-located hotel at Carlton in Melbourne with a 3.8 rating across 854 guests.
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Why it's worth checking out
Essence Hotel Carlton sits on Swanston Street in Carlton, one of Melbourne's characterful inner suburbs known for Lygon Street and the university. With 854 reviews behind its 3.8 rating, it has established itself as a popular, well-located base.
The appeal is position and value — a well-placed stay handy to Carlton, the city, Melbourne Museum and the university precinct, making it a practical pick whether you're in town for sightseeing, study or work. Its Swanston Street location keeps you close to the action.
Room rates, availability and hotel facilities change with the season and demand, and Melbourne gets busy around major events. Confirm current rates and what your stay includes directly with the hotel before booking, particularly during peak periods.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 52
- Popularity
- 89
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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