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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Zagame's House	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 588 reviews	View
The Eminence Apartments by CLLIX	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 261 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Carlton Lygon Lodge	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Melbourne Studio Apartments Hotel @ 138 Elgin Carlton	2.0 star property	8.2 Very good 28 reviews	View

Where to stay in Carlton

Find the best Carlton areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Carlton

Melbourne Central Business District

Explore the magnificent Southbank riverfront, experience the city’s cultural charms in the arts precinct and see a glimpse of colonial history in central Melbourne.

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Southbank

The Yarra River’s waterfront offers a diverse range of hotels, galleries, bars and a casino complex.

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Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Melbourne City Marina while you're in town.

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Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

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Sorrento

With a pretty bay on one side and rugged ocean on the other, this heritage seaside town is ideal for exploring the coast, seeing local art and spotting dolphins.

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Top Carlton Hotel Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"My room hadn’t been cleaned - dirty toilet and someone’s earring on the bedside table. But apart from that it was fine."

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

8/10 Good

"The Atlantis hotel is showing its age a little now. We’ve been staying here regularly for about 10 years and it could do with some upgrades. But it’s in a great location, close to the train station, walking distance to many good restaurants, not far from Spencer st DFO and the price is very good."

The Langham, Melbourne

8/10 Good

"The location is outstanding, so no need to have a car. CBD, southbank, train station, all very close and in walking distance. Note that parking is expensive and hard. Its either a carpark that allows you one entry one exit per pay, or the hotels valet ($80 a day). The hotel itself is a bit dated, but still has a luxury feeling. Great gym and great spa. The rooms are a bit small, so if you need to take business calls from the room - take this into consideration. Two people cannot work from the room together."

Frequently asked questions

What is Carlton like?

Carlton is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Carlton travel tips? Make sure that you visit Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Building while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Carlton?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Zagame's House is the highest ranked property in Carlton. This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Melbourne Central, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel and Carlton Lygon Lodge.

How many hotels will I find in the Carlton area?

Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodation options in Carlton to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Melbourne area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carlton, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Carlton.

What can I see and do in this Melbourne neighbourhood?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Melbourne Museum or Medical History Museum during your visit to Carlton. Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Arts Centre Pottery School are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Melbourne Central, Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium. When you're sightseeing in Melbourne, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also worth a stop.

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Zagame's House

Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG

Melbourne Studio Apartments Hotel @ 138 Elgin Carlton

The Eminence Apartments by CLLIX

Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel

Essence Hotel Carlton

Carlton Lygon Lodge

Clocktower Apartment Hotel

A Lux 2BR Apt Next to Melbourne Uni, Free Parking

Melbourne Carlton Central Apartment Hotel

Arrow on Swanston

A Cozy Apt, Only a 5-min Walk to Victoria Market

A Chic 2BR Apt Near Melbourne Uni, Free Parking

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Hyde Melbourne Place

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

1 Hotel Melbourne

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

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Where to stay in Carlton

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Melbourne Airport

Sorrento

Top Carlton Hotel Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

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