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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Queens Park

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Situated near Moonee Valley Racecourse, this practical accommodation offers travelers a convenient base with free WiFi in every room. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, express check-out option, luggage storage facilities, and an on-site vending machine for quick refreshments.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040

What's nearby

  • DFO Essendon Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Moonee Valley Racecourse - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Flemington Racecourse - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Melbourne Zoo - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Essendon Station - 6 min walk
  • Glenbervie Station - 11 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Essendon Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ten One Ate - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Benny & Me - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flippin Fish & Chippery - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

Motel near Moonee Valley Racecourse
Located close to Queens Park and DFO Essendon Shopping Center, Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments provides a conference center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry services
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (861 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Alexander Motor Inn
Best Western Melbourne
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Motel
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Essendon
Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Motel Essendon
Alexander Motor Inn Apartments Essendon
Alexander Motor Inn Apartments
Alexander Motor Essendon

Frequently asked questions

Is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments located?

Located in Essendon, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Queens Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Moonee Valley Racecourse and DFO Essendon Shopping Center. Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and Flemington Racecourse are also within 3 mi (5 km). Glenbervie Station is 11 minutes by foot and Moonee Ponds Station is 21 minutes.

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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 396 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Xin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place nice location match the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, close to tram, train and buses. Lots of fodd options near by. Rooms are clean, quiet and comfortable albeit eighties in feel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good value hotel for a stopover to/from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were looking to stay for a couple of nights to where we were going so suited our stay close to all very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying there but the bed’s are way to hard for a good night sleep. But overall it’s a great place and price for the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Liveable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MURRAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
position suited us for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, great value
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Close to shops and public transport. Great location. This has become our “go to” accommodation whenever we go to Melbourne
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Value for money Easy drive into CBD
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was what we were looking, comfortable and close to where wanted to go
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good stay

Excellent location to train station, dining and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to train and tram lines. Also Rose street is a delight to be near to. Reasonable prices, and staff were always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean motel … will recommend it to my friends
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly host, car parking and walking distance to great dining. Rooms a little dated but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From entry to departure, was an excellent experience and is the best value for money motel I’ve ever stayed at.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, the big room was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and in great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Davina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this wonderful property during a quick trip to Melbourne, not realizing it was Grand Prix weekend. The property is exceptionally clean and incredibly well-maintained for its age. The bed was very comfortable, and the reception staff were friendly and welcoming. The location made the city easily accessible, adding to the overall convenience. It’s a fabulous choice for anyone looking for comfort and charm in Essendon, and I’d highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, nice clean and tidy room. Cheers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly and efficient. Parking was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ozcan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, friendly staff. Recommend everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good public transport.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

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