ibis Budget - Melbourne CBD

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ibis Budget
6.9 (5336 reviews)
97-103 Elizabeth Street , Melbourne , au
+61 3 9642 0064

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Affordable
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable beds
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.79
Some negative sentiment regarding cleanliness, particularly with dirty bathrooms and stolen items.
Service
8.76
Staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and dealt with issues quickly.
Location
8.8
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location.
Room Quality
5.75
Various comments point to uncomfortable beds and small, cramped rooms.
Amenities
5.28
Mention of limited amenities, including no restaurant facilities.
Value for Money
6.74
Mixed feelings with users stating it was affordable, but not worth the price due to issues.
Food and Beverage
7.29
Included breakfast was noted as acceptable for the price.
Overall Experience
6.76
Mixed reviews overall with some positive aspects but significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 19:19

Property Description

Central Location in Melbourne CBD
Located just 200 metres from Bourke Street Mall, ibis Budget - Melbourne CBD is the perfect base for exploring the vibrant city of Melbourne. With Flinders Street Station a short walk away, convenience is at your doorstep.

Surrounded by Dining and Shopping Options
Situated on Elizabeth Street, the hotel is surrounded by a plethora of bars, cafes, and restaurants, offering guests a taste of Melbourne's renowned culinary scene. Additionally, with shops in close proximity, guests can indulge in retail therapy.

Convenient Access to Major Attractions
With a tram stop outside the hotel, guests have easy access to iconic Melbourne attractions such as the National Gallery of Victoria and St. Kilda Beach. Explore the city with ease from ibis Budget - Melbourne CBD.

Experience the best of Melbourne at ibis Budget - Melbourne CBD. Book your stay now for a memorable city getaway.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Please note that you must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. These must be in the same name as the name on the booking 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for AUD 0 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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

6.9
Based on 5336 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.79
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 5.75
Amenities: 5.28
Value for Money: 6.74
Food and Beverage: 7.29
Overall Experience: 6.76
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Kiri • extended_group • au
2
Stressful
Pros:

The noise of the vent and air conditioner

Cons:

No rest to noisy not clean

2026-07-26 • via Nuitee
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adrian • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Beds were ample and comfy.
The night manager had the issue with my booking confirmation not being on the system rectified within 30 minutes.
Absolute legend.

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • au
10
Pros:

Clean , friendly and convenient

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Dessi • couple • au
10
Pros:

Perfect location, comfy bed. Staff were so helpful!

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • au
10
Comfortable, clean, no issues.
Pros:

Central. Easy to get to everything. Staff were friendly. CLEAN!

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Martin • extended_group • au
7
Pros:

Location was excellent. Walking distance from Flinders St station and to my training course. Room was exceptionally clean. No smells. Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Getting locked in the lift. No explanation to swipe card.
Curtains only covering 3/4 of window. Lights outside were bright.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Cam from Australia • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Central location to the CBD and a tram stop directly out the front. The price was good too.

Cons:

The bed was so hard and really fat pillows too, enough to induce neck pain.
The thermostat on the heater was broken, so it was either off and freezing or on and sweating. The continental breakfast was pretty ordinary, luckily there are some good laneway cafes close by.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Amy • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Location and easy to find

Cons:

Toilet was running as button kept getting stuck down

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Kamryn • extended_group • au
8
Really good stay for those who travel with friends
Pros:

The location was good and easy to find. I liked the breakfast area, we had dinner in there.

Cons:

Our toilet kept making groaning sounds, but otherwise we all really enjoyed our stay.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Sophia • solo_traveller • au
5
Cheap hotel so I did not expect much. Honestly I got what I paid for.
Pros:

Location was great, right next to the tram line and easy to get around,

Cons:

Breakfast was not amazing, not worth $15 so I went elsewhere.
Very noisy at night

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • solo_traveller • au
3
disappointing
Pros:

check in and check out OK, but not enough staff.

Cons:

Room and toilet too small. Shower behind curtain in room, with small handbasin is awful design. Nowhere to put laptop, no desk space. Carpets and walls in corridors dirty. Could not get wifi working. No where for taxi to stop to unload your bags, or to be picked up. Reception under-staffed. A complimentary bottle of drinking water would not ruin your profits.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Kulwinder • family_with_children • au
4
Staff was so wonderful, happy n helpful.
Pros:

Location was convenient to approach

Cons:

Property issues , outdated bathroom, stinky smell soon u entered room.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Angelica • family_with_children • au
3
All olay but I paid a.most $500 for one night and the place is like a hostel
Pros:

Staff Efficient and kind.

Cons:

Hotel very old - clean but too old to feel so.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jimmy • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Everything and the staff was so great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Greg • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Room request was met.very comfy bed

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • au
8
Great location, comfy beds but definitely budget.
Pros:

Great location very convenient

Cons:

Rooms felt a bit too boxy

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Vivian s • couple • in
1
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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McColl • couple • au
10
it suited our needs at the time
Pros:

close to where we had to get to work

Cons:

small shower plastic curtain didnt give privacy toilet was 2 small thankfully we weren’t big people fridge didn’t work television was flickering

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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McColl • couple • au
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee