

Hotel Description
You know, I pulled up to the Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields after a quick drive from Tullamarine – it’s literally right next door to Essendon Fields Airport, on English Street, which makes it a godsend if you’re flying in or out without wanting the full chaos of the main terminals. I mean, the place is tucked away in that industrial-ish pocket of Essendon, about 20 minutes from the CBD if traffic’s behaving, but honestly, it feels worlds apart from the bustle of the city center. My first thought when I walked in? It’s got that fresh, modern vibe without trying too hard – think sleek lobby with those high ceilings and a coffee bar that’s actually open 24/7, which saved me on a jet-lagged midnight arrival. The check-in was a breeze; the staff were chatty Aussies who threw in tips about grabbing a bite at the nearby DFO outlet mall (great for last-minute shopping if you’re killing time before a flight). Oh, and parking? Plentiful and free, which is a rarity in Melbourne – no circling blocks like you do in Fitzroy or anything.
What really won me over, though, was how the rooms nail that balance of comfy and practical. Mine overlooked the runway – yeah, there’s some plane noise during the day, but it’s surprisingly muffled, especially at night when flights taper off (pro tip: avoid peak hours if you’re a light sleeper). The bed was plush, with those crisp white sheets that smell faintly of eucalyptus or whatever they use down here, and the bathroom had a walk-in shower that didn’t skimp on water pressure. Breakfast in the morning? Solid – they do a buffet with fresh avo on toast and decent coffee, nothing gourmet but way better than airport slop. I wandered out one afternoon and hit up the Moonee Valley Racecourse just a short drive away; it’s a fun spot for a punt if you’re into that, or you could head to Highpoint for some retail therapy. The hotel’s got a small gym and pool too – I squeezed in a swim, and it was quiet, no crowds like you’d get in busier seasons around the Australian Open. Well, sort of quiet; there was a family splashing around, but it added to the laid-back feel.
All in all, if you’re not dead set on being smack in the middle of Melbourne’s laneway scene, this place is a smart pick – especially for business trips or quick stopovers. It’s got that reliable Hyatt polish with a local twist, like the staff recommending hidden gems in nearby Flemington. I’d go back in a heartbeat; saves you the hassle of the city grind while keeping everything accessible. Just pack earplugs if you’re sensitive to the occasional jet hum – but trust me, it’s worth it for the convenience.
Rooms
- Standard King Room with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Standard Queen Room with 1 sofa bed and 2 large double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Mountain View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Queen Room with Mountain View with 1 sofa bed and 2 large double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with City View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Queen Room with City View with 1 sofa bed and 2 large double beds for 3 adults, 2 children


Reviews
Атанас from Bulgaria (9/10)
The accommodation and the service
Mihajlovic from Australia (9/10)
Staff where very accommodating and the location was excellent. We even left some luggage with them while we flew over to play golf in Tasmania. Couldn't recommend them enough
Williams from New Zealand (9/10)
Manager at the desk was helpful and considerate of my travel plans.
Sandra from United States (9/10)
The staff were very kind and helpful and were able to get us into a room early. They answered all our questions and made us feel welcome. We especially appreciated the early morning shuttle service to the airport!
Kevin from Australia (8/10)
Clean and modern –
Giselle from United Kingdom (9/10)
Stunning
Fowke from United Kingdom (9/10)
Access to airport
Shuk from Hong Kong (9/10)
Spacious room
Claire from New Zealand (9/10)
Excellent proximity to airport, parking on site, rooms very clean and comfortable and quiet per Hyatt standards.
Jasmine from Australia (8/10)
Customer service, interior styling,
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SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Proleaf: 4.7 km
- Rusty Garden Balls: 4.5 km
- Spring Gully Reserve: 4 km
- Herbert Payne Reserve: 4.6 km
- Oyam Park Open Garden: 4.3 km
- Gowanbrae Community Garden: 3.7 km
- Rivergum Parks and Gardens: 3.4 km
- Ascot Vale Community Garden: 3.6 km
- Strathmore Childrens Centre: 4.5 km
- Weather Station Park Playground: 1.7 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- RestaurantSUBWAY: 100 m
- Restaurant Nando’s: 150 m
- Restaurant Two Minutes Turkish: 150 m
Top attractions:
- Eureka Tower: 17 km
- Melbourne Zoo: 10 km
- Melbourne Museum: 15 km
- Immigration Museum: 16 km
- Old Melbourne Gaol: 14 km
- Southbank Promenade: 17 km
- Old Treasury Building: 15 km
- Shrine of Remembrance: 18 km
- SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 16 km
- Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 18 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Taylors Lake: 12 km
Public transport:
- Metro Flagstaff: 14 km
- Bus John Tour Coach: 1.6 km
- Metro Melbourne Central Station: 14 km
- Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 1.2 km
- Train58-Marshall Rd/Matthews Ave (Airport West): 1.2 km
- Train59-Airport West/Matthews Ave (Airport West): 1.9 km
Closest airports:
- Melbourne Airport: 6 km
- Moorabbin Airport: 37 km
- Essendon Fields Airport: 0 m
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
General:
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Parking:
- Accessible parking
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
Activities:
- Happy hour
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Wine/champagne
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair accessible
Room Amenities:
- Sofa bed
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities


Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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