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Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social

3.0 star property
Melbourne hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Lobby lounge
Studio Queen and Single with Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
In the heart of Melbourne, Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social offers a lively atmosphere with laundry facilities, a bar, and restaurant. Connect to WiFi and unwind with an elevator ride or explore nearby Queen Victoria Market. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking
The current price is $72
includes taxes & fees
$65 per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30

Room options

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Studio Queen and Single with Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen and Single with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio Queen with Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Queen Single with Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Queen Single with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Double with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
873 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040

What's nearby

  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Flemington Racecourse - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Melbourne Zoo - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Melbourne Central - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 10 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 16 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 47 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 3 min walk
  • Showgrounds Station - 12 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 19 min drive
  • Glenbervie Station - 13 min walk
  • Moonee Ponds Station - 17 min walk
  • Strathmore Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Mastersons Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Benny & Me - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Little Thai Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Essendon Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ten One Ate - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social

At Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Marvel Stadium and Collins Street are within a short drive. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Glenbervie Station is 13 minutes away.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Royal By Nightcap Social
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Essendon
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel Essendon

Frequently asked questions

Does Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social like?

Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social is in Essendon, a short 3-minute walk from Essendon Station.

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Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Meals were great and the dining area was always kept in excellent condition. (4 reviews)
  • Free on-site parking was a convenient bonus for guests. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Mid week stay

very good overall stay,very clean shower etc, comfy bed,coffee,tea excellent. would stay there again
Rob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to dining options and public transport links
BRUCE, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and quiet hotel
chen, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable room, late check in was easy facilities were very clean and tidy. Handy to train station too.
Shona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant service, everything at your fingertips, cosy, groovy, renovated, clean rooms
Justina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super
Silvia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, service, food and l have never seen a venue so clean. Highly recommend and will be back.
Bobby, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It waa good
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place to stay, very good value.
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic rooms and food options Great for transport highly recommended
Geoffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Royal Melbourne by Nightcap, and I was thoroughly impressed with the exceptional service provided by the staff. Alison and her team are truly outstanding, demonstrating a genuine commitment to ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of their guests. Their helpfulness, attention to detail, and willingness to provide options made all the difference during my stay. I would highly recommend Royal Melbourne by Nightcap to anyone seeking a top-notch hospitality experience.
Khurram, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wanting to travel to Flemington racecourse for an event we found this little gem. Great staff, good food and quick service . We stayed in a queen ensuite room it was very clean and well maintained. Highly recommend
Donna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Reasonable place to stay

Reasonable place to stay, it was clean tidy and comfortable. It suited my needs
Lloyd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s in a very convenient location with nice comfortable rooms and staff are so nice
Adrian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean tidy accommodation as well as easy access to transport
Bradley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean accommodation, good meals & has bar onsite
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, comfortable accommodation, value for Money, close to airport

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed, excellent bathroom facilities, clean and common area was great!
Donna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful thanks
Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

easy parking good location very friendly staff
CHIA YEN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good clean hotel room.
Santhameena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room, very friendly staff
Jarrad, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thank you..enjoyed my stay... comfortable and hassle free .
Grant Fermilie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, close to train station. Plenty of parking nearby.
Rob, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic food, service and comfort