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ibis Budget Fawkner

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel in Melbourne with a coffee shop

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Porch
Daily continental breakfast (AUD 13 per person)
Reception
Daily continental breakfast (AUD 13 per person)
Standard Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Ibis Budget Fawkner is close to DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Fawkner Memorial Park. The hotel offers a garden retreat for relaxation and free WiFi to stay connected. Its convenient location near the airport ensures smooth transitions for travelers catching flights.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

In the suburbs, ibis Budget Fawkner is in Fawkner, a neighborhood in Melbourne with good airport proximity. DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Queen Victoria Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Melbourne Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rod Laver Arena or Melbourne Cricket Ground.
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1401 Sydney Road, Fawkner, VIC, 3060

What's nearby

  • Fawkner Memorial Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Melbourne Zoo - 14 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Crown Casino - 18 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gowrie Station - 11 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marcel’s On West - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪G's Kebabs - ‬18 min walk

About this property

ibis Budget Fawkner

Hotel near Fawkner Memorial Park
Located close to DFO Essendon Shopping Center, ibis Budget Fawkner provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, free newspapers, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak well of the proximity to the airport
Room features
All 103 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 5 per night)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 13 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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
Guests should use the reservation number found on their booking confirmation for self check-in after 8 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 13 per person
  • Self parking fee: AUD 5 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is ibis Budget Fawkner pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at ibis Budget Fawkner?

Self parking is available for AUD 5 per night.

What time is check-in at ibis Budget Fawkner?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ibis Budget Fawkner?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ibis Budget Fawkner located?

Located in Fawkner, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Fawkner Memorial Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Melbourne Zoo. Queen Victoria Market and Rod Laver Arena are also within 12 mi (20 km). Gowrie Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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ibis Budget Fawkner Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 256 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 1003 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value for money. Close to the shopping mall and fast food outlets.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MARIA ANNEBEE

Liked: Cleanliness
It's okay not just really really good but okay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Approachable staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value, 10 mins from airport. The room was compact but the bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Decent room and service for the price

Good short term stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to freeway and shopping centre for quick stays
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

GOLD

Good and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a very convenient area for access to everything. Room was supplied with the essentials required. Pillows need to be changed , got very sore neck from the low pillows and had to pay extra money for parking on arrival we were unaware of. Otherwise 4 star stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is suitable for a night stay! Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Amenities
Cleanliness ,cheap and also the staff are friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have stayed at this property a few times now. I do like staying here. I like that it is out of town. The train station is about a 15 minute walk from the hotel and takes around 30-35 minutes to get into the city. The rooms are pretty standard (quite small) there is a tv, fridge, coffee and coffee making facilities, double bed, airconditioning, ensuite in the rooms that I have stayed in. There is an onsite car park, with ample space. Across the road (busy intersection/ main road/ freeway) you have Mc Donald's , Coles, Kmart etc..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Hagen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No elevator. Window doesn’t close properly. Very noisy. Rest uninspiring IBIS hotel as you would expect it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a coffee and tea bar supplied with no kettle; wierd. Shower facilities, but no towel, just a floor mat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NEAR THE AIRPORT
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy booking, friendly staff, small but very clean rooms, very good value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very convenient and good for a short stay. A bit dissapointed when they assigned an unclean room to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy of booking and check in great location close to Melbourne airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Katie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pradeep Rasiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy and close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suttirat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to stay in the hotel and can get around easily to other places
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayan

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent place for the money paid, for young or solo travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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