Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

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Located close to Queens Park and Moonee Valley Racecourse, Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments provides a conference center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with green curtains, bedside lamps, and a door.

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a microwave, and a window with a view of the outside.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted above the desk, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Basic Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a small table, and a view of the outside through a sliding glass door.

Quadruple Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Essendon, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments is in a shopping district and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queens Park and popular attractions include Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and Melbourne Zoo. Don't miss out on a visit to State Netball Hockey Centre. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a city with a river, a racetrack, and a bridge.
    Flemington Racecourse
    7 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Queens Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • DFO Essendon Shopping Center
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Alf Pearce Dog Park
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Royal Melbourne Showgrounds
    6 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Essendon Station
    6 min walk
  • Glenbervie Station
    11 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Vallee
    14 min walk
  • Assembly Ground
    7 min walk
  • Essendon Hotel
    7 min walk
  • St Rose
    6 min walk
  • Chef Sofra
    9 min walk

About this property

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments

  • Motel near Moonee Valley Racecourse
  • Located close to Queens Park and DFO Essendon Shopping Center, Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments provides a conference center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and a computer station
    • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and laundry services
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Recycling, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments on Nov 6, 2026 start from $93, including 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments located?

Located in Essendon, this motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Queens Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Moonee Valley Racecourse and DFO Essendon Shopping Center. Flemington Racecourse and Royal Melbourne Showgrounds are also within 3 mi (5 km). Glenbervie Station is 11 minutes by foot and Moonee Ponds Station is 21 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1001 reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful friendly kind. The room was spotless, aircon good could not be better for an older Motel. Property imaculate would make a perfect movie set for a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Mt Alexander Rd, even though it's an older building, it was nice and clean, reception staff friendly and helpful, nice comfortable bed and pillows, free off street parking, public transport very close by along with shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very clean staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Somewhere to sleep in the good location in suburbs. The room was clean and bed comfortable. The room was dated but price appropriate. Plenty of good places to eat nearby. Free parking bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & comfortable room. In better condition and quieter than we expected. Convenient to the airport and near by restaurants & cafes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Basic accommodation but easy, clean and comfortable. Thx would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, warm room, decent shower, and the easiest check-in I've done yet. I have to make another trip later in the year and will be booking here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great budget accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The room are clean,easy parking the best staff and the owners are lovely air conditioning and heating is great l stay here a lot as it close to shopping and dining
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location and great hotel meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shower was good, wifi was good. The owners/staff were nice people. The room was dated but tidy and functional Good for an overnight stay not too far from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent value, lovely staff, convenient location to train station close to city link.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property,staff very nice and easy check in…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good value spot to stay -- room could do with a microwave but otherwise clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to the airport, Excellent hosts, Room met our family needs, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the staff and location to trams and shops
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good budget accommodation in a reasonable location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff, good location, good value. Clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were looking to stay for a couple of nights to where we were going so suited our stay close to all very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and spacious. Air conditioning worked well. Very friendly lady at Reception. Motel is an older motel but has some modern touches and lovely comfy beds. Very good location to Moonee Ponds and city. Tram out front.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable , clean and affordable and good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026