This upscale Melbourne hotel elevates every stay with modern European dining, a well-equipped gym, and thoughtful touches like newspapers for leisurely mornings.
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Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton, an IHG Hotel sits at the heart of Melbourne's vibrant cultural scene. Travelers start their day with breakfast at the Blues Bar and Grill or pick up coffee from the convenient on-site cafe before heading out to explore the city.
Located in Carlton, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Princess Theatre and Melbourne Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Melbourne Central. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
701 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053
What's nearby
University of Melbourne
2 min walk - 0.2 km
RMIT University
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Queen Victoria Market
8 min walk - 0.8 km
Melbourne Central
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Princess Theatre
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Essendon Station
9 min drive
Melbourne Central Station
13 min walk
Melbourne Airport (MEL)
25 min drive
Restaurants
Good Measure
5 min walk
Universal Restaurant
6 min walk
Stuzzichino Café Bar Spuntini
6 min walk
Rice Bar Not Only Rice
3 min walk
Hareruya Pantry
4 min walk
About this property
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG
Hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near University of Melbourne
Located close to Melbourne Museum and RMIT University, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
Express check-out, a lift and luggage storage
Coworking spaces, meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 107 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 55 per night)
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 45 for adults and AUD 45 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
24-hour gym
Family friendly
Mini-fridge
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
24-hour business centre
4 meeting rooms
Conference centre (3,767 square foot of space)
Coworking space
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
4 floors
Built in 1968
Renovated entire property - August 2025
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Mini-fridge
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 45 for adults and from AUD 45 for children
Covered self-parking fee: AUD 55 per night (in/out privileges)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
We should mention
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Melbourne Rydges Swanston
Rydges Melbourne Swanston
Rydges Swanston
Rydges Swanston Melbourne Hotel
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Swanston Rydges
Melbourne Rydges On Swanston
Rydges On Swanston Hotel Melbourne
Rydges On Swanston Melbourne Hotel Melbourne
Rydges Swanston Melbourne Carlton
The Park Hotel Melbourne
Rydges on Swanston Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG Carlton
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG Hotel Carlton
Frequently asked questions
Is Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG on 6 Apr 2026 start from ฿4,404, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?
Self-parking is available for AUD 55 per night. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG located?
Located in Carlton, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Melbourne and RMIT University. Melbourne Museum and Melbourne Central are also within 15 minutes. Melbourne Central Station is 13 minutes by foot and Flagstaff Station is 19 minutes.
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