Chain hotel opposite the University of Melbourne, close to Melbourne Museum, the Carlton Gardens and Lygon Street.
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton is a chain hotel at 701 Swanston Street in Carlton, directly opposite the University of Melbourne and within walking distance of the Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne Museum and the Carlton Gardens. Its position places it close to Lygon Street's Italian restaurant strip, one of Melbourne's best-known dining precincts, while trams on Swanston Street give quick access into the CBD a few kilometres south. The hotel primarily serves university-related visitors, academic conference delegates and families visiting Melbourne Museum, alongside leisure travellers who prefer a quieter, greener setting than the CBD. Rooms range from standard Guest Rooms to Club Rooms with lounge access and Suites, in a fairly standard contemporary chain style. An outdoor pool and fitness centre are on site, along with an in-house restaurant and bar. Service follows the reliable Crowne Plaza standard, with meeting rooms available for academic and corporate events, and staff accustomed to advising visitors on university campus navigation and the Carlton Gardens' museums.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Address | 701 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053 |
Room types
- Guest Room
- Club Room
- Suite
Amenities
- pool
- fitness center
- restaurant
- bar
- wifi
Location
701 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053
-37.8012, 144.9639 View on map
Highlights
- Directly opposite the University of Melbourne in leafy Carlton
- Walking distance to Melbourne Museum, the Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens
- Close to Lygon Street's Italian restaurant strip
- Outdoor pool and fitness centre
- Tram access on Swanston Street into the CBD
Tips for visiting
- Book a Club Room for lounge access if attending a university conference
- Lygon Street's restaurants are a five-minute walk for dinner after a museum visit
- Trams on Swanston Street run frequently into the CBD, avoiding the need for a car
- The Carlton Gardens and Melbourne Museum are a short walk, good for families with children
- Rates rise during University of Melbourne graduation weeks and open days; book ahead
Accessibility
Accessible rooms and step-free access are available throughout the hotel; requests should be made at the time of booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel near the University of Melbourne?
Yes, it sits directly opposite the university's main Parkville campus on Swanston Street.
How far is it from the CBD?
It is a short tram ride, or about a 20-25 minute walk, south along Swanston Street to the central city.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool is available along with a fitness centre.
What dining is nearby?
Lygon Street's Italian restaurant strip is within a five-minute walk.