Punthill Essendon

Hotels
7.9 (889 reviews)
1142 Mount Alexander Road , Melbourne , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious rooms
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Overpriced for amenities
Maintenance required

Categories

Cleanliness
6.81
Multiple comments about unclean items like dirty blinds and fingerprints on the microwave.
Service
8.78
Helpful staff mentioned positively in several reviews.
Location
8.82
Location is highlighted as a strong point with easy access to shops and public transport.
Room Quality
7.27
Rooms are spacious, but mixed mentions of tired and outdated decor.
Amenities
7.8
Some amenities available, but need more items in the room and improvement in maintenance.
Value for Money
6.76
Opinions on the price being high compared to the location and lack of free parking.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.18
Mixed feelings about the experience but satisfactory for the price.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 05:44

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Balconies and Cooking Facilities
Punthill Essendon Grand offers a luxurious stay in Essendon with each accommodation boasting a balcony and cooking facilities. Enjoy the convenience and comfort of a fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette in every apartment, complete with modern amenities such as a refrigerator, microwave, and more.

Convenient Location near Melbourne City and Airport
Situated just 14 km north of Melbourne city, Punthill Essendon Grand provides easy access to the vibrant city life and attractions. Additionally, being only 10 km away from Tullamarine Airport, travel convenience is guaranteed for guests flying in or out of Melbourne.

Modern Amenities and Comfortable Living Spaces
Indulge in the modern amenities offered at Essendon Grand Punthill, including bathrooms with a shower, bathtub, and hairdryer. For added convenience, select apartments come with a washing machine, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free stay for all guests.

Book your stay at Punthill Essendon Grand now for a luxurious and convenient experience!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club credit card.

Please note that upon check in, guests are required to present the credit card used to make payment for the booking and a valid photo ID for the credit card holder.

Please note a nonrefundable deposit equivalent to the first night’s stay will be charged 48 hours prior to arrival at Punthill Essendon Grand. The outstanding balance will be charged upon check-in.

Please note that the property requires a credit card or $500 cash deposit at check-in to cover incidental charges.

When booking 6 or more rooms, different policies, prepayment and additional supplements 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.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 20 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 9 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for AUD 50 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 889 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.81
Service: 8.78
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 7.27
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 6.76
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Jack • couple • au
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • au
7
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Madeleine • solo_traveller • au
5
Passable 1 night stay in Essendon with good staff
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helpful. When there was no available parking, one staff member called me back and suggested another punt hill location nearby that had 1 parking spot left - I think this is great service. Unfortunately I couldn't secure the spot in time. The bed was also comfortable and check-in was quick and easy. Location is close to trams, restaurants and airport.

Cons:

No available parking so had to park on the street (but I did make a last minute booking). Room could have been cleaner, but it was acceptable for the price. There was a dog barking all night, not sure if this is a pet friendly place or not and the dog was in the next room or if the dog was next door to the apartments, but it yapped all night disrupting my sleep.
Area is in a busy restaurant strip, there was one homeless guy that was pretty drunk outside of the apartments and was yelling.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • couple • au
9
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Emine • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Cheree • couple • au
9
Would book again
Pros:

Location is great and the staff were very helpful and knowledgeable with any questions we asked. Bed was amazing and the room was so much bigger than we expected.

Cons:

Couldn’t find tissues or a face washer in the room. Both things we were needing and did not pack.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • au
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Ethan • couple • au
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Katica • extended_group • au
9
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Pearson • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Very convenient location. Supermarket and 7eleven next door and lots of options for dining or takeaway in walking distance.
And only 15 minute car ride to Tullamarine Airport

Cons:

If I'm going to be picky, would've liked more water pressure in shower, but yes that's picky

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Morgan • couple • au
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Josh • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • au
7
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Leeanne • solo_traveller • au
10
Quick overnight
Pros:

Loved our warm welcome back from the staff.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Henry • extended_group • gb
7
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • au
9
An enjoyable stay in a well appointed premises. Excellent location.
Pros:

Excellent location. Very roomy apartment and well appointed.

Cons:

Bathroom was outdated and needs an update.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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victoria • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Clean, lots of amenities

Cons:

Difficult location to get via driving but managed it

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Jo-anne B • solo_traveller • au
7
good stay
Pros:

Great shower, top linen, easy parking, microwave and toaster appreciated

Cons:

bed could have been more comfortable

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • au
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee