Punthill Essendon

You could rate this accommodation as fancy mid range, with excellent access to local shops, supermarket, restaurants, cafes, DFO, Highpoint SC and Westfield Airport West SC. There is also a reassuring Medical Centre a few doors down. Being midway between Tullamarine Airport and Melbourne CBD, these apartments are very good value. Reception closes at 8pm, but the locked box process beside the entrance door is not difficult. There is a spacious lift that goes from the underground private carpark to the 3rd floor. I had no problem with my walker and luggage. My room was on the front corner of the building, overlooking Bulla Rd roundabout on west side and Coles Essendon carpark to the north side. Had a great view of the trams and Keilor Rd. I chose the one bedroom apartment, and had ample space for moving around. Bathroom was particularly spacious, enough room to swing a cat. I even had a balcony extending from the bedroom, facing westerly. Because of the handy position of my accommodation, I found Uber transport to be quite reasonable for my budget. I found Essendon to be a friendly and safe place to stay, whilst travelling solo, as opposed to residing in or near the CBD. Don't let Google maps fool you, places are really not that far apart in the suburbs. The trams will take you to Airport West in the north (a few blocks walk to Westfield shops) and all the way to Flinders St. Station in the south (passing Vic Markets and through CBD along Elizabeth St). I only stayed for 2 nights, but managed to get my fair share of the shopping bargains and good scrumptious food that Melbourne is well known for. The lady at reception was delightful and answered all my questions in a helpful way.

The prominent Grand Hotel was converted into guest apartments, which are well-liked by interstate and international guests. Punthill Essendon Apartments are located at the North Essendon roundabout, access to the City of Melbourne is easy by car or by the 59 Tram. Access to Melbourne Airport is convenient. The Punthill Apartments are quite luxurious; costs are affordable. North Essendon has many coffee shops and eateries; the Lincolnshire Arms hotel is across the road; its dining room is excellent.

Close to train station to allow access to night life in the city. Close to breakfast options for the morning after. Easy to access from regional Victoria. Clean, tidy and convenient.

Always a great stay, thank you. The amazing staff are what keeps us returning. They always go above and beyond, and manage to brighten the day 💖

Do not stay at this hotel. Its filthy, stinks and traffic noise from front roundabout is excessive. Room smelt like the restaurant downstairs and stench stayed on my clothes upon return home. Only upside was bed was comfy.

I liked how close this place is to the tram stop and it's closeness to Essendon airport. Nice a quiet as well.

We were hesding overseas and this was an overnight stop to see family on the way.... location was perfct, close to family and the airport... will be staying there again for sure :)

Spacious, fully equipped and in a great location. Undercover parking (if you don't have a tall car). Walk to tram, supermarket (next door), shopping and numerous dining options. Short drive to DFO and airport.

The building was set in an art unique way.