Alto Hotel On Bourke

Hotels
Ascend Collection
9 (1779 reviews)
636 Bourke Street , Melbourne , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Service
Convenient
Cons:
Cleanliness
Food quality
Room size

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Multiple reviews highlighted unclean rooms and dirty kitchen amenities.
Service
9.75
Staff were described as kind and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
9.75
The location was frequently praised for its convenience and proximity to public transport.
Room Quality
8.75
Mixed feelings about room quality; some rooms were too small and had functional issues.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities were noted, but clean necessities were often lacking.
Value for Money
9.25
The cost was viewed positively relative to location, but some felt it was pricey for what was received.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Breakfast service was disappointing; closure issues were frequently mentioned.
Overall Experience
9.25
The overall stay was positive due to staff and location, despite specific issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 10:41

Property Description

Award-Winning Eco-Friendly Boutique Hotel:
Nestled in Melbourne CBD, Alto Hotel on Bourke offers a sustainable retreat with modern amenities. Relax in the cosy lounge with free Wi-Fi and massage chairs, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city.

Convenient Location and Complimentary Services:
Within walking distance of Southern Cross Station and key attractions like Etihad Stadium and Melbourne Aquarium, guests can easily navigate the city. Enjoy a complimentary cup of espresso coffee or herbal tea while catching up on reading or browsing the internet. Access to a nearby fitness centre adds to the convenience.

Elegantly Decorated Rooms with Modern Facilities:
Indulge in comfort with air-conditioned rooms featuring LED flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and granite bathrooms. Some rooms boast kitchenettes or kitchens, ideal for guests looking for a longer stay. With free parking for hybrid or electric vehicles, Alto Hotel ensures a seamless and enjoyable stay.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of sustainability and luxury at Alto Hotel on Bourke!

Important information:

Please ensure that you are aware of all booking terms and conditions, pertaining to the room and rate type selected at time of booking.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 35 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for AUD 35 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for AUD 60 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 5 years old and over stay for AUD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1779 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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PHILIP couple au
8
It suited our purposes for the right price
Pros:

We had breakfast down the road as Sunday morning & no chef

Cons:

Parking is tight & hard to get to but worked out. I thought $35 was far too high

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Phillip solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Great location for access to SkyBus.

Cons:

Smart television.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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smith solo_traveller nz
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Sofia family_with_children au
5
Pros:

Location

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Malartre solo_traveller fr
9
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Jason couple au
2
Disappointing!
Pros:

Location of as great. The common area was cute.

Cons:

The hot water was not, it was Luke warm at best. The shower was moldy. Some milk for the provided tea and coffee would have been a no brainer. It was very stingy given the crazy overnight rate.

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Volker solo_traveller my
8
Gute Lage, aber der Service schlecht
Pros:

Gute Lage, einfacher Check in, gutes Preis leistungsverhältnis

Cons:

Nachts lies sich die Eingangstür und die Zimmertür nicht mit meiner Key Card öffnen. Nachts keine Rezeption besetzt- unmöglich- dauerte 30 min bis ich nach telefonieren und Alarm Knopf drücken in meinem Zimmer war.
Auschecken war nicht möglich meinen Koffer bis 22 Uhr im Hotel zu lassen, obwohl bis 23 Uhr Personal da war

2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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Michael family_with_children us
4
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

Terrible customer service. Room was dirty with trash from prior guest. Facilities are run down and dingy. Towels had things on them we were unable to identify. Mentioned to management and staff the trash and problems with the facilities and no one did anything. Super expensive parking charges. Would not recommend to anyone.

2026-01-23 via Nuitee
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Aprilani Ariestiyati extended_group id
8
2026-01-23 via Nuitee
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Sam couple au
7
2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Melanie couple au
4
Did not meet expectations.
Pros:

Location excellent, right near Southern Cross Station.

Cons:

Rooms were not particularly clean. Mouldy shower curtain, grotty tile grout, even an unclean toothbrush holder?! Room smelled a bit weird and the beds were not made up as part of the room service. Overall the hotel felt dingy and tired.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Yuriko family_with_children jp
8
次回も泊まります!
Pros:

とにかくロケーションが最高!駅近、空港からのバスもすぐ、スーパーもコンビニも遅くまでやっている美味しいハンバーガー屋さんも何でもあって便利!
ウォーターサーバー、コーヒーやフルーツ、ビスケットの無料サービスも物価が高いのでとても助かりました。スタッフも皆さんとても親切です。

Cons:

清掃が頼まないと無い?もしくは有料?なこと。短期間だったので、問題ありませんでしたが…
シャワーヘッドが固定でなくて良いけれど、ホースの部分が短くて、足先まで届かないのが残念!

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Megan solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Great location. Walking distance from Airport skybus, train station and trams. Staff were super kind and helpful and made me feel very welcomed. Especially the nice girl at the front desk :)

Cons:

The shower area was my only disappointment during my stay. The shower head was always leaking and there was a lot of black mold in the shower. Also the shampoo and body wash was the worst thing i've ever put on my body lol.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Paul family_with_children au
5
Pros:

location was great

Cons:

I didn't like the cost for what I considered a pretty basic room.

The staff also tried to charge me for an extra person, which i think was an attempt to get more money out of me.
i pushed back at this and they dropped it.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Zachary solo_traveller au
7
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Lucinda extended_group au
9
Wonderful, fantastic staff, lovely room and reasonable price for urban Central location
Pros:

Such a wonderful stay. Interior was beautifully designed and super clean

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Francesco family_with_children au
1
DO YOURSELVES A FAVOUR AND BOOK ELSEWHERE
Pros:

NOTHING! THE PLACE IS A FILTH HOLE

Cons:

How in God's green earth can this dump be a 4 star hotel?????! The place is disgusting! It is feral, dirty in every spot you look and turn to. The Beds were dirty, the walls are all stained and have been painted in patches with different types of paint, the shower door is broken, it actually falls off, the toilet seat is broken, the toilet cistern is glued together with plaster, the doors have blood stains from previous users, there were pubic hairs in the beds so obviously the beds weren't changed, the kitchen table chairs are all stained and grubby, the double bed quilt cover was stained from who knows what, one of the single beds had a red stain on the quilt cover and black hairs on it, the carpets are stained, the rocket rug has more stains than colour, one of the sitting sofa chairs is broken underneath with timber panels falling out of it, the complimentary water was opened, the air con doesn't work in one of the rooms so we had to sleep with the doors open to warm up that room, the bathroom sink is blocked, so you can't even brush your teeth or wash your face until you wait for the water to go down, the shower has mould and rust on the base, the tap on the kitchen sink isn't fitted to the sink, the exhaust fan in the bathroom doesn't work, so all the walls, tiles and toilet are covered in drip marks, the hosts are rude and didn't even acknowledge us after we said hello and asked them how they were, he just put his head down and started talking in his language to his coworker, the wifi is very slow and the place stinks everywhere of the terrible scent lurking all around the hotel. Just in case people think I am exaggerating, I have photo's to prove it all!!!!! I think it's a disgrace that Booking.com actually endorses a filth hole like this! it makes me wonder how it is possible that they are allowed to quietly stay unnoticed below the radar without being closed down!! Where are the inspectors? Does Booking.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Mandy couple au
8
Great location in the Melbourne CBD
Pros:

Location was great for our activities.
The room was acceptable for our needs
The bed was reasonably comfortable, however a blanket for warmth would have been welcomed. Was told we were given an upgrade on arrival? I would hate to think of what we were originally in prior to the upgrade 😬

Cons:

Only one very small milk for 2 small coffees . Another milk would have been nice.
A warmer throw over for warmth on the bed.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Janet solo_traveller au
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Hinton couple au
6
Would stay again but not order the breakfast option.
Pros:

The location and staff excellent.

Cons:

The breakfast down the road was very basic and not what l expected from booking in a hotel.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee