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Novotel Melbourne Preston

4.5 star property
Travelers start their day right with morning coffee in the garden or a workout at the gym, setting the tone for a refreshing stay in Melbourne's Preston area

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Novotel Melbourne Preston offers a practical base with thoughtful touches. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, an on-site coffee shop, and a garden for quiet moments. Guests appreciate the convenient gym, hair salon services, and consistently helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is ฿3,239
฿3,563 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Single Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Preston, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Novotel Melbourne Preston is in the suburbs and near a metro station. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Melbourne Museum, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Preston Market and Northland Shopping Centre. Enjoy an event or a match at Darebin International Sports Centre, and consider making time for Melbourne Zoo—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
Map
215 Bell Street, Preston, VIC, 3072

What's nearby

  • Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Preston Market
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Northland Shopping Centre
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Olympic Park
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Darebin International Sports Centre
    5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Bell Station
    12 min walk
  • Essendon Station
    20 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tallboy and Moose
    11 min walk
  • Ierac-I Espresso Bar
    14 min walk
  • MKS
    12 min walk
  • Ayam Penyet Ria
    16 min walk
  • Sutsa Malaysian
    12 min walk

About this property

Novotel Melbourne Preston

Hotel near Preston Market
Located close to Northland Shopping Centre and Darebin International Sports Centre, Novotel Melbourne Preston provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • A reception hall, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, a vegetable garden and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 383 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as late-night room service and free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and limited housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 35 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 13 meeting rooms
  • 4,252 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 400.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35 to 35 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 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, debit card or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Rydges Bell City
Rydges Bell City Preston
Rydges Hotel Bell City
Rydges Hotel Bell City Preston
BreakFree Bell City Preston, Greater Melbourne
Sleep & Go Bell City Hotel Preston
Mantra Bell City Hotel Preston
Mantra Bell City Hotel
Mantra Bell City Preston
Mantra Bell City
Rydges Bell City Hotel And Residences
Bell City Hotel Residences
Bell City Preston
Mantra Bell City Preston, Greater Melbourne
Mantra Bell City
Novotel Melbourne Preston Hotel
Novotel Melbourne Preston Preston
Novotel Melbourne Preston Hotel Preston

Frequently asked questions

Is Novotel Melbourne Preston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne Preston on 22 Mar 2026 start from ฿3,239, 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 Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Self-parking is available for AUD 20 per day.

What time is check-in at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Novotel Melbourne Preston located?

Located in Preston, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Preston Market, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Northland Shopping Centre and Darebin International Sports Centre. Melbourne Museum and Melbourne Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). Bell Station is 12 minutes by foot and Preston Station is 20 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Novotel Melbourne Preston Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 294 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, clean amenities, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mads

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service minded reception staff, good breakfast and service in the restaurant.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was well! Nice, clean room with good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vihanga Sankalpa Kariyawasam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and easy access to public transportation. Stay was pleasant and the staff was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kymberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and my stay was effortless
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms. Helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel

Staff and facilities are first class. Centralized location with easy assess to public transport links.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Great Motel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

FAYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room well positioned for the city shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay comfortable staff are helpful good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean amenities, great room for a family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good gym facilities and room was spacious. All staff were very friendly and attentive, right from my arrival, reception staff, the morning restaurant team, as well as the evening room service staff, you have a great team.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Was an enjoyable stay, staff were very helpful and made feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, helpful staff. A microwave would be nice but they're only in the studio suites. Worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were comfortable and clean. The buffet breakfast was lovely and the staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elie Mema

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and the staff are very friendly. Location was close to everything we needed. There should be complimentary water though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here many times and for many years. The desk staff, wait staff and housekeeping dona great job! One of my favorite stays
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very pleasant, the room and facilities are very clean, great secure parking. all round we were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite and safe location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is well maintained, very clean and a really nice smell. The staff were extremely helpful and pleasant. Restaurant food, which was very good, is available all day. The bar was reasonably priced and has a good feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean with good service

My room was large and had everything I needed. Onsite parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayanthi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, courteous service from the front desk staff. Clean, spacious, reasonably priced room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and the size of the room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff helpful and facilities great. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024