East Brunswick Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (373 reviews)
280 Lygon Street , Melbourne , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Noise from outside
Issues with check-in
Some food disappointing

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
The hotel was noted for its cleanliness, though some reviews pointed out issues with certain items like a grubby blanket.
Service
9.03
Many reviews highlighted fabulous staff and great service.
Location
9.07
Overall, the location was praised for its convenience and proximity to dining options.
Room Quality
8.52
Rooms were described as beautiful and comfortable with positive experiences.
Amenities
8.05
Some amenities were well-received, though there were comments on parking and noise issues.
Value for Money
8.51
Value for money is considered good based on room quality and location.
Food and Beverage
7.56
While some food was excellent, specific meals like the steak were noted as disappointing.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall experience summarized as positive with some minor setbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:12

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience 5-star luxury at East Brunswick Hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy beautifully designed non-smoking rooms with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes. Relax in comfort with plush bed linens and towels provided.

Convenient Facilities
Benefit from express check-in/check-out, free WiFi, room service, and an ATM on-site. Host successful events with meeting and banquet facilities available. Unwind with evening entertainment at the hotel's bar and restaurant.

Prime Location
Explore Melbourne's attractions with ease - Melbourne Zoo, Melbourne Museum, and Melbourne Central Station are just a short distance away. With Essendon Fields Airport nearby, your travel convenience is assured.

Ready to elevate your stay? Book now at East Brunswick Hotel for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note the property does not allow check in after 21:00 unless organized prior with management. If you would like to arrange late night check in please inform the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Property has no one available at the reception from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 a.m.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 373 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.52
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 7.56
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Kristopher • couple • au
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Comfortable, convenient location for me.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • au
7
We enjoyed our stay. The Dickinson room was great. Just a couple of little amenities weren’t there. But would go back ag
Pros:

Great location. Cool design, comfy bed. Enjoyed a pub meal downstairs.

Cons:

Just a couple of little things, there was no bin or tea towels in our room when we arrived. And no dining chairs for the little dining table. Of course they were supplied when asked, but would normally expect them to be there. The curtain also didn’t fully close, was hanging off the track a little.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • au
7
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Canelle • family_with_children • au
4
Ok but disapointed by the lack of daylight
Pros:

The location and style.

Cons:

I think you should mention when a room has no windows. It feels claustrophobic….

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • au
8
Lovely spacious room and close to restaurants n
Pros:

Lovely spacious room and close location to restaurants along Lygon Street.

Cons:

If you don’t want to hear music until 12pm, request a room away from the pub below.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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marianne • solo_traveller • au
8
Welcoming, Warm and Safe
Pros:

A warm welcome, a comfortable and clean room. I felt happy and safe there as a single female traveller. Friendly, helpful staff. The building and decor are cool too. It was also very quiet at night on the Thursday I stayed. I would have happily eaten there as the menu looked good, but had other arrangements that evening.

Cons:

That I only had one night there 😢

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Leroy • couple • au
7
Close to every thing I needed including the tram to the MCG
Pros:

Location and great bar facilities

Cons:

Can be noisy when people are in the street coming and going from the bar.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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karen • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Grant • couple • au
10
Pros:

Very comfortable room. Bed was great. Staff at the bar at check in were fantastic and gave us complimentary drinks on arrival. Great location: Thankyou for having us

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Toben • couple • au
9
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • au
9
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Johnathan • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

The rooms were beautiful. I liked opening the door with a key.

Cons:

But it would have been nice to have more pleasant coffee

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • solo_traveller • au
5
This hotel should come with a disclaimer about noise levels.
Pros:

The positives come with a massive but.... The Rooms are beautiful and the free drink was a lovely touch. Beds are very comfy, and bathrooms was clean and had everything you need. Location was great. But.....

Cons:

The noise!!! We stayed on a Friday and Saturday night. I would not recommend this place to anyone unless you plan on being out till after 1, when the bar closes. They have duelling pianos on a Fri/sat till 12. Then heavy bass music till 1am. We got back to the room on Fri night at 11pm and it was like they were playing the pianos in our room. It was so loud the floor was shaking and you could feel the vibrations on the toilet. We luckily had a party on Saturday so we got home at 1 and slept perfectly. You also hear a bit of street noise. We were on the first floor, so maybe 2nd floor is a bit better. So either bring earplugs, stay out till 1 or come mid week.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Narelle • couple • au
9
Very impressed.
Pros:

Renovated rooms are beautiful. Spacious, well equipped, clean.

Cons:

No parking.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Locality

Cons:

I couldn't see out my windows. On arrival the air con unit was stuck on cold and my room was freezing. I was unable to turn the unit off. I had to borrow a heater from a family member who fortunately lived near by. The bathroom basin did not drain well and only one half of the toilet flush system worked. A bit disconcerting not having a reception desk or after hours contact phone number.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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andrews • couple • au
7
Pros:

location was great. Bed was comfortable. Little lounge with a big tv is very adequate. Bathroom and shower very nice size.

Cons:

No real space to leave clothes - A dishwasher was mentioned but not included. Heater was very hard to manage as the remote had no back and sometimes would not respond. Curtain was broken in the lounge room. The wash hand basin in the bathroom took ages to drain. Having only one key made it hard for two people.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • au
9
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee