Business Two-Bedroom Apartment
- 2 Queen Size Beds
Aparthotel · Melbourne · Victoria
Punthill Essendon
Aparthotel with 58 rooms on Mount Alexander Road, a short drive from The Bavarian Highpoint and close to transport links.
- Five-star apartments with kitchenettes and balconies
- On-site parking and fitness centre
- Close to shops, restaurants, trams, and trains
8
Great
707 reviews
Booking.com 8 · 707 reviews
About
Punthill Essendon
Punthill Essendon is a 5-star aparthotel in Melbourne, offering 58 rooms designed for both short and extended stays. Each apartment includes a kitchenette or full kitchen, a sitting area, and modern conveniences like air conditioning and flat-screen TVs. The property also provides a fitness centre, laundry facilities, and meeting spaces for business travellers.
Located on Mount Alexander Road, the hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from The Bavarian Highpoint shopping centre. With parking available on-site and easy access to trams and trains, guests can explore Melbourne or reach the airport with ease. The atmosphere is calm and residential, with a garden area and BBQ facilities for relaxed evenings.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
In brief
What works, what to weigh
+
Strengths
5 reasons to book- Central location with easy access to transport and shops — Guests highlight the hotel's proximity to trams, trains, and DFO, plus nearby restaurants and a supermarket.
- Spacious apartments with kitchen facilities — Rooms come with kitchenettes or kitchens, balconies, and sitting areas, making them feel like a home away from home.
- Exceptional staff service — Multiple reviews praise the friendly and helpful front desk staff, especially for early check-in requests.
- Comfortable beds and well-maintained rooms — Guests frequently mention the comfort of the beds and the cleanliness and upkeep of the apartments.
- Convenient for airport access and local attractions — The hotel is a short distance from Melbourne Airport and near Moonee Valley Raceway.
–
Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Inconsistent room maintenance — Some guests noted that rooms didn't match photos and had issues like loose fittings or safety concerns.
- Limited daily housekeeping — No daily cleaning service, which could be challenging for longer stays or those with young children.
- Facilities score below average — The property's facilities rating is relatively lower compared to other categories, possibly indicating dated or limited communal areas.
- Parking may be tight — While parking is available, the on-site lot might be limited given the hotel's central location.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Apartment
- 2 Queen Size Beds
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Business Studio Apartment
- 1 Queen-size bed
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Business One-Bedroom Apartment
- 1 Queen-size bed
- Non-smoking
- Bathtub
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
One-Bedroom Apartment
- 1 King-size bed,1 Queen-size bed
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Studio Apartment
- 1 King-size bed,1 Queen-size bed
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Two-Bedroom Apartment
- 2 Queen Size Beds,1 King-size bed,2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essential
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Key card access
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
Kitchen & Dining
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
Recreation
- Fitness centre
- BBQ facilities
- Garden area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Patio
- Garden furniture
Services
- Parking
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Security
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
In-Room
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Sitting area
- Carpeted floor
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8/10 from 707 reviews
Booking.com · 8 · 707 reviews
8Verified guest“Our five-night stay was very relaxing. The room was spacious and well-kept with twin beds, and the location was a short walk from everything we wanted to see.”
8Verified guest“A lovely hotel in a nice area, right by a great restaurant and with a supermarket and liquor store nearby, plus a bar/restaurant next door. We booked the apartment with a microwave and really enjoyed it. Staff were extremely friendly and provided excellent service. Early check-in was a bonus, and the atmosphere was perfect. They even offered free laundry, wake-up calls, and ironing.”
8Verified guest“The unit had a microwave, service was good, and the location was comfortable and handy, perfect for our needs.”
8Verified guest“The location was fantastic and the bed comfortable, but the room didn't match the photos and had maintenance issues like loose fittings and unsafe nails. No daily cleaning or proper key access made it challenging with a toddler, though reception staff were friendly.”
8Verified guest“We didn't really explore the hotel's facilities, so can't comment on those, but the receptionist was terrific. She was extremely helpful when we arrived early and went out of her way to find us a room.”
8Verified guest“The apartments are just up the road from DFO. Comfy bed and great-sized rooms.”
04 — Location
Getting around Melbourne
The property sits in Melbourne.
Shopping: Highpoint shopping centre, including The Bavarian, is about a 10-minute drive away. DFO is also nearby for outlet shopping.
Dining: A bar/restaurant is next door, and guests mention many restaurants within walking distance, plus a supermarket for self-catering.
Transport: Trams and trains are easily accessible for trips into central Melbourne, and the hotel is a short drive from the airport.
1142 Mount Alexander Road, Melbourne, Victoria, 3040, Australia
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 58 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 10:00.
Is parking available at Punthill Essendon?
Yes, the hotel provides on-site parking.
Are pets allowed at the property?
No, pets are not allowed.
Do the apartments have kitchen facilities?
Yes, the apartments include a kitchenette or full kitchen with cookware, utensils, an electric kettle, a dining table, and tea and coffee facilities.
Is there a fitness centre on site?
Yes, there is a fitness centre available for guests.
Does the hotel offer laundry services?
Yes, laundry and dry cleaning services are available, and some guests mentioned free laundry service during their stay.
The bottom line
A solid choice for travellers wanting apartment-style comfort with easy access to Melbourne's north and the airport, offering good value and friendly service, though maintenance and housekeeping can vary.
8Based on guest reviews and ratings
Ready to book Punthill Essendon?
Tap through and we’ll open our booking partner’s site, with live prices and availability for your exact dates.
No payment on this site — you complete the booking on our partner’s site.