See all properties
Save

Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban Melbourne motel in Croydon with free parking

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are June, 2024 and July, 2024.
June 2024
July 2024

Photo gallery for Dorset Gardens Hotel

Reception
Sports bar
Exterior detail
Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Dining
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM
The price is $77
$85 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20

Explore the area

Map
335 Dorset Road, Croydon, VIC, 3136
  • Popular LocationDandenong Ranges National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkyHigh Mount Dandenong15 min drive
  • Popular LocationPuffing Billy Steam Train16 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)51 min drive

Most relevant reviews

ExperimentalCarousel

10/10 Excellent

Lovely clean spacious room. Great amenities. Friendly staff.Well located. Fantastic value for money.
Kathryn
Mar 10, 2023
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Five Bedroom Apartment

Five Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Five Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Four Bedroom Apartment | Living area | LCD TV
Econo Lodge Lilydale
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (146)
The price is $74
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Econo Lodge Lilydale

About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Dorset Gardens Hotel is located in Croydon, a neighborhood in Melbourne, and is in the suburbs and near a metro station. SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Rochford Wines Yarra Valley are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dandenong Ranges National Park and William Ricketts Sanctuary. Eastland and Olinda Falls are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Visit our Melbourne travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Motels in MelbourneOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Eastland - 7 min drive
  • Dandenong Ranges National Park - 9 min drive
  • Olinda Falls - 15 min drive
  • SkyHigh Mount Dandenong - 15 min drive
  • Puffing Billy Steam Train - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne Belgrave Station - 16 min drive
  • Croydon Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Public Brewery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dorset Gardens Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Zest Cafe and Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Arndale Seafood Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Viva Mexico - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Dorset Gardens Hotel

Motel near Dandenong Ranges National Park
Located close to Eastland and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong, Dorset Gardens Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, an area shuttle, and wedding services
  • A TV in the lobby, 1 meeting room, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and toasters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Area shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bingo
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1967
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 8:30 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: Please proceed to the bar in the gaming room
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon
Dorset Gardens Hotel
Dorset Gardens Croydon
Dorset Gardens
Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon, Victoria, Australia
Dorset Gardens Hotel Motel
Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon
Dorset Gardens Hotel Motel Croydon

Frequently asked questions

Is Dorset Gardens Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

As of Jun 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorset Gardens Hotel on Jun 19, 2024 start from $76.99, 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.

How much is parking at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Dorset Gardens Hotel located?

Located in Croydon, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Eastland, Dandenong Ranges National Park, and William Ricketts Sanctuary. Olinda Falls and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong are also within 9 mi (15 km). Croydon Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 648 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 648 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Great
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jarno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Reuben

Liked: Staff & service
Liked it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very old but otherwise good value.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gemma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic accommodation but perfect for what we needed. Near to shops and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Margie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is good, big and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vivien

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Renovation needed
The room was a disgrace, paint and plaster coming off the walls. Front door falling apart at the bottom and daylight could be seen underneath. The linen was clean but the room and bathroom had an overall feeling of being dirty. In desperate need of renovation. Having left a day early and told why the receptionist did not seem that interested in my concerns
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony, Langley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room decor was dated. Couch springs were gone so no support and made it very difficult to get up from it. Bathroom taps had to be turned and turned to turn the water on or off. Hot water was so hot that it would be easy to scald yourself. Jets in the tub did not work. Fan cover in the bathroom needs to be cleaned. TV in the main room did not work. Very large bedroom but the bed was positioned so the bathroom door hit the foot of the bed and could not be opened all the way - made it difficult for the person sleeping on that side of the bed to get into the bathroom at night. Security chain on the door had nothing to connect to - had been ripped off. On the positive side, the room was very spaciou, the a/c works well and the king size bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Caitlyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for a work trip for two nights. Upon checking in, I was greeted by a lovely staff member at the front desk. She was very helpful and friendly! When I then walked across to my room, I saw really old and worn rooms that look like they haven’t been updated in many years. Parts are broken and falling apart, the whole place looks derelict. Inside my room, it smelled musty and unclean. The furniture is from the 70s and the bathroom also has not been updated since then too. There were hairs in the shower, the edges around the shower were dirty and there were stains on the tiles. There was a patched up hole with writing on it on the toilet door and dirty marks everywhere. I got bitten by some kind of bug while sleeping the first night, could have been bedbugs or mozzies (I did check the mattress but couldn’t see anything). Legs are covered in bites. There is a massive gap under the front door so I rolled up a towel on the second night to place there in case mozzies were coming in. Please update your motel facilities… the place is screaming out for some attention. I won’t be coming back or recommending anyone to stay here unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TV was '1996' model with built in DVD player, Standard Definition (No High Definition Channels) and no USB ports. The Generic remote also wasn't programmed properly. Luckily I am ex Technician and I did it myself. (The code for the Daewoo TVs and the OneForAll Remote Rev03 is 2775) The TV was also faulty, but it was a Sunday afternoon and it couldn't be replaced. They did offer to switch us to another room, but we had already unpacked and didn't want to move. Bed was good & clean, and so was bathroom. Windows were riveted closed and could not be opened.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Dickon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The look outside the rooms and the building itself is not appealing. May it needs some bit of painting
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Parameswaran

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The receptionist Amanda was nice and helpful. The room was sold as a hotel and ended up being an old motel. While everything was clean, old building was not inviting. The Tv was the size of a computer monitor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was spacious, neat and clean. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth a visit
This is my second stay at Dorset Gardens and would book here again when in the eastern part of Melbourne
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Carly

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was quite dated, but it has character! So didn’t mind the antique look. The bed is amazingly comfortable, it was very quiet and the shower pressure was amazing. WiFi didn’t reach our room which was a shame. But I has happy they could bring me a hairdryer as the one attached to the wall couldn’t tame my thick hair.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will book again
My family will stay again next time we need accomodation in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Marcia, Denver

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Best sheets pillows and beds I have experienced in any hotel in a while. Housekeeping is outstanding- beds are made up clean and beautiful daily. Drawback is the other intoxicated noisy guests that woke us up after midnight every night of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was for 10 days and i have booked again next week. Quiet, peaceful, away from traffic noise. Room and bed was so comfortable I have asked for the same room nect week. Staff are all fantastic
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are too old.. Time for a massive update…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Overnight stopover
Firm bed and soft pillow- perfect! Dinner in the bistro was filling and the drinks were refreshing after a long day. Only downer was the broken but still usable shower head, reported it to reception and they were getting maintenance on to it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the shower was good. Extremely thin walls with neighboring apartments we were woken up throughout the night. TV showed a black screen for nearly all channels. Toilet takes 8 flushes to clear a number two. Key card frequently deactivates requiring us to go back to reception multiple times to get it reactivated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
gaming meals and bar in 1 location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023