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City Centre Budget Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel near Princess Theatre in Melbourne

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a view of the street.
An outdoor seating area with a red umbrella, wooden benches, and potted plants.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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22 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room with Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table, a chair, a window with shutters, a coat rack, and a wall-mounted TV.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a cityscape, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a cityscape, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a desk, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a view of the street.

Superior Studio with Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room with Ensuite

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a table, a lamp, a window with blinds, a picture frame, and a wall-mounted mirror.

Double Room with Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a desk, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room with Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table, a chair, a window with shutters, a coat rack, and a wall-mounted TV.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hotel, you'll find Princess Theatre and Melbourne Central. Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Collins Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princess Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Melbourne Central - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 2 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 13 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Lane Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Imperial Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pellegrini's Espresso Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spring Street Grocer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dolly - ‬3 min walk

About this property

City Centre Budget Hotel

Hotel near Princess Theatre in Melbourne
As a guest of City Centre Budget Hotel, you'll find a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
City Centre Budget Hotel offers 38 accommodations. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is City Centre Budget Hotel to the airport?

City Centre Budget Hotel is 10.7 mi (29-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at City Centre Budget Hotel?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Centre Budget Hotel on Aug 24, 2026 start from CA $65, 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 City Centre Budget Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at City Centre Budget Hotel.

How close is City Centre Budget Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 5.3 mi (25-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 8.1 mi (28-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does City Centre Budget Hotel offer free breakfast?

City Centre Budget Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at City Centre Budget Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at City Centre Budget Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at City Centre Budget Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does City Centre Budget Hotel have a pool?

City Centre Budget Hotel does not have a pool.

Does City Centre Budget Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is City Centre Budget Hotel to downtown Melbourne?

City Centre Budget Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Melbourne.

City Centre Budget Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 892 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Everything worked as it was supposed to and the room was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Much better stay than hostels for personal space.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room bed was cuffy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here and would stay again if I get to go back to Australia. The staff was friendly and the location was excellent. Close to trams, buses, and rail.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jannelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location close to all I needed being shops , public transport theathres not accessible for wheelchairs or for people with mobility issues stairs for all floors the staff were very helpful, room had everything you needed for a room that utilised a shared bathroom facilities, upstairs with kitchen and laundry were provided safety with code access into building
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, clean room, comfortable bed, warm shower, all my needs attended to.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good stay. Budget amenities but over all a very gokd stay. Late check-in was easy and checking out was no problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Decent stay for lower price. Just stuffy rooms but rough with the smooth ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, great location! Rooms on the lane side of the building are a bit noisy - bring earplugs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very convenient. Rooms are also quite clean. My only concern is the shared bathrooms which I did find dirty a couple of times. Since its shared I suppose it's hard to maintain but apart from that its worth your money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect affordable place to stay in great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good budget accomodation in a prime spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally grubby and cheap, as befitting the price of the stay. Courteous staff, noisy outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but clean. Much better than other similar grade motels
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, good value 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cheap and cheerful, the location is excellent and close to everything, and the staff were very friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Conveniently located. Allowed early check in & late check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tomas

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
pretty good for price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet easy walking distance to food areas I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money Clean Comfortable bed Plenty of hot water Kind lovely host Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025