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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Queens Park

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Reception
Property entrance
View from property
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

7.8 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

Located in Essendon, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queens Park and popular attractions include Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and Melbourne Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moonee Valley Racecourse or Flemington Racecourse.
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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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