Travelers find a peaceful setting at this airport-adjacent hotel, making it easy to recharge after exploring nearby shopping centers and parkland areas
Ibis Budget Fawkner is close to DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Fawkner Memorial Park. The hotel offers a garden retreat for relaxation and free WiFi to stay connected. Its convenient location near the airport ensures smooth transitions for travelers catching flights.
Located close to DFO Essendon Shopping Center, ibis Budget Fawkner provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
Express check-in, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
A vending machine and free newspapers
Guest reviews speak well of the proximity to the airport
Room features
All 103 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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 - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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
Guests should use the reservation number found on their booking confirmation for self check-in after 8 PM.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 13 per person
Self parking fee: AUD 5 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Frequently asked questions
Is ibis Budget Fawkner pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at ibis Budget Fawkner?
As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Budget Fawkner on May 31, 2026 start from $53, 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 available for AUD 5 per night.
What time is check-in at ibis Budget Fawkner?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ibis Budget Fawkner?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ibis Budget Fawkner located?
Located in Fawkner, this hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Fawkner Memorial Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Melbourne Zoo. Queen Victoria Market and Rod Laver Arena are also within 12 mi (20 km). Gowrie Station is 11 minutes by foot.
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
Reviews
6.6
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7.0
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 1000 reviews
10 - Excellent
191
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1000 reviews
8 - Good
288
Rating 6 - Okay. 242 out of 1000 reviews
6 - Okay
242
Rating 4 - Poor. 123 out of 1000 reviews
4 - Poor
123
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 1000 reviews
2 - Terrible
156
Reviews
Verified
4/10 Poor
John
Mar 21, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and well priced
John
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rosalie
Dec 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great bed- very comfy. Breakfast was appreciated .
Easy booking, friendly staff, small but very clean rooms, very good value for money
Frank
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Dehanna
Apr 17, 2026
Disliked: Amenities
The room was a lot smaller than other places I have stayed at.
It wasn't really detailed clean, ensuite had scum on the bottom of shower area tiles.
There wasn't a microwave in room/common areas. Only in Dining area at Breakfast.
Plenty of car parks, however there was a sign at entrance charging for car park. As I don't drive, that didn't apply to me.
The room was not very soundproofed, or very poorly proofed, as I could hear the baby crying from two rooms up.
I did however appreciated & respected the staff @ check-in. They were very patient with me while I tried to locate ID & Credit Card, which was buried in my luggage.
Extra Star for allowing me to check-in the following day; I had to attend a medical emergency with one of my Children while I was enroute to Ibis Fawkner.
I had paid for 2 nights, only stayed 1 due to my emergency. No refund was offered, and no compensation either.