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ibis budget Melbourne Airport

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near URBNSURF Sports Park

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Daily continental breakfast (AUD 15 per person)
Exterior
Reception
Lobby
Twin Room with Bunk Bed

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Caldwell Drive, Melbourne Airport, VIC, 3045
  • Place, Woodlands Historic Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, URBNSURF Sports Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Flemington Racecourse
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Twin Room with Bunk Bed

Twin Room with Bunk Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(191 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

Melbourne Airport stay.With a stay at this Melbourne Airport hotel, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of URBNSURF Sports Park and 9 miles (15 km) of DFO Essendon Shopping Center. Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and Moonee Valley Racecourse are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Woodlands Historic Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • URBNSURF Sports Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Flemington Racecourse - 16 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Melbourne Zoo - 20 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Broadmeadows Station - 7 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 11 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Macchinetta - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪St. ALi - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hanna's Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

ibis budget Melbourne Airport

3-star hotel near URBNSURF Sports Park
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2002
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Ibis budget Melbourne Airport offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. 56-cm LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (AUD 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 56-cm LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless 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 - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
To access the self-service kiosk, guests must enter the reservation number (not the itinerary number) found on their online itinerary to check in. Staff is available for late check-in service for a fee.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

ibis budget Melbourne Airport Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is ibis budget Melbourne Airport to the airport?

Ibis budget Melbourne Airport is 0.7 mi (4-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis budget Melbourne Airport on Mar 25, 2026 start from CA $140, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ibis budget Melbourne Airport.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at ibis budget Melbourne Airport, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at ibis budget Melbourne Airport?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 20 per day.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport have a pool?

Ibis budget Melbourne Airport does not have a pool.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does ibis budget Melbourne Airport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is ibis budget Melbourne Airport to downtown Melbourne?

Ibis budget Melbourne Airport is 11.5 mi away from Melbourne.

ibis budget Melbourne Airport Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1008 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff was average not really friendly room was ok as it is budget good enough for an overnight stay walking distance to airport terminals
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was fine & the staff were helpful. It was noisy in the location, even the little fridge was noisy running at night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwenyth

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bedroom, very clean, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet clean transit room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Louise

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What breakfast!!! No restaurant. I did NOT book into this TINY/CRAP/MOULDY excuse for a hotel...rude staff...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ease of booking, room was clean and tidy, very thankful there was someone there to check me in at such a late hour what with flight delays etc
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Justine, Upper Moutere

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to airport. Friendly check in. Room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and functional - bed was very comfortable and there was an extra blanket if required. Room was spacious enough, tiny bathroom but this was fine for one night. Great budget accommodation if you need to stay close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient for travel purposes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean but spartan. We just needed a place to sleep before our early morning flight and this place fit the bill perfectly. We walked from the hotel to the airport bag drop in 18 minutes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming. The bed was so comfortable. The hotel location within walking distance to all terminals is an added bonus, no need for a taxi.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Willemina

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
the cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Layout is a little quirky, but absolutely fine for an overnight stay at the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nichole

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisbeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Hairdryer available for use
Entrance to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location to airport, quick 5 min walk. Have stayed here many times. Ticks all the boxes when you have early flights. Clean, comfy, good aircon, no lift for those who may have issues lugging bags up stairs but the young man at reception offered to take my bags to my room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nichole

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

B

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

B

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025