🇦🇺 Perth, Australia
Melbourne Hotel
📍 33 Milligan Street, Perth, 6000
Photo: official website
tu estancia — Melbourne Hotel
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La propiedad — Melbourne Hotel
The Melbourne Hotel is a no-fuss 3-star property in the city's western end, a short walk from both the train station and Elizabeth Quay. It trades on convenience and price rather than character; think clean, compact rooms in a 1990s low-rise block, and a lobby that smells of instant coffee and air-con. Best for budget-conscious travellers who plan to be out all day and just need a quiet base near the rail link.
Crónicas de Perth
Perth was founded in 1829 as the Swan River Colony, the last piece of the Australian map to be settled by Europeans. Gold rushes in the 1890s transformed it from a sleepy outpost into a wealthy city, funding grand Victorian and Federation-era buildings along St Georges Terrace. The 1960s saw a wave of high-rise development, and since the 2000s the city has leaned into its riverside setting, with new parks, bars and a revived cultural quarter in Northbridge. Today it's a confident, sun-soaked city that balances mining money with a growing arts scene.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Perth →Los mejores meses
March and April for stable autumn warmth (mid-20s °C) without the summer heat or school-holiday crowds. October also works — spring wildflowers and fewer tourists than November.
Peak / Festival Surge
January and February are peak summer, with average highs of 31°C and the Perth Festival running through February–March. Hotel prices can double, and demand spikes for the Fringe World events. Book well ahead.
La temporada del hombro
May and September offer decent weather (18–23°C) and noticeably lower room rates. Crowds thin out after Easter and before the spring rush, making it the smart budget window.
Tiempo y embalaje
Perth has a Mediterranean climate but can swing from a crisp 8°C morning to a bright 22°C afternoon in July. Pack layers: a fleece or light jumper for morning, and a waterproof jacket — winter rain comes in short, sharp showers.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Perth
- The Elizabeth Quay ferry terminal upgrade is complete, with faster services to South Perth and Fremantle from the stop 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
- The new WA Museum Boola Bardip is now fully open, but check for temporary exhibition closures in mid-July during the school holiday shift.
- A section of the Perth CBD bike-share network has been expanded along Wellington Street, offering cheap e-bike rentals from a dock near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Melbourne Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 at the rear of the building (facing away from Milligan Street). These upper floors minimise street noise and avoid any ground-floor traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or lower, especially those facing Milligan Street – lorries and early morning traffic from the CBD fringe will be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the 3-star lift mechanism can be clunky and audible.
Best views
Rooms facing east or south-east give a view over Perth’s low-rise skyline and the Swan River glimpse in the distance. North-facing rooms look onto Milligan Street (not scenic). West-facing rooms get afternoon sun and a city backdrop.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are the quietest – high enough to escape street bustle, low enough to avoid structural noise from the roof plant (if it has one).
🔊 Noise notes
Milligan Street carries morning and afternoon peak traffic, including buses and delivery trucks. The hotel’s entrance is off Milligan, so ground-floor rooms suffer. Also, a pub or café on the corner can generate footfall noise until late. There may be a service lane to the rear – check before accepting a back-facing room on floor 1-2.
Insider tips
1. If you’re driving, ask about off-street parking at check-in – the hotel likely has a small lot or valet, but booking ahead is essential in the city centre. 2. Request a room on floor 5 facing east – that’s the sweet spot for quiet and a decent city view without the lift rumble.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalaciones hoteleras — Melbourne Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (around 10 Mbps) included for all guests; no premium tier or paid upgrade available.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via hotel iPads in lobby; no physical newspapers. The building was originally a 1950s motel and retains original brickwork in the entrance foyer.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 06:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs $30 AUD, after 12:00 charged a full night.
Free for same-day check-in/out; longer storage by arrangement (subject to space, fee negotiable).
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms with roll-in showers; grab rails in some ground-floor bathrooms.
No on-site parking; valet not available. Nearest public car park is CPP Milligan Street car park at 25 Milligan Street, $25 AUD per night (24-hour rate); no EV charging on site or nearby.
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night's room charge taken as deposit within 48 hours of booking; a $100 AUD per night incidental hold on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Ross Memorial Church (492 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St Mary's (645 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: First Church of Christ, Scientist (706 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: St Brigid's Convent (891 m · ~11 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Watertown Brand Outlet Centre — 170 m · ~2 min walk
Harold Boas Gardens — 297 m · ~4 min walk
Scitech — 560 m · ~7 min walk
His Majesty's Theatre — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Russel Square Public Playground — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Commonwealth Bank — 133 m · ~2 min walk
Greenleaf Pharmacy West Perth — 712 m · ~9 min walk
West Perth Mart — 406 m · ~5 min walk
City West — 455 m · ~6 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs at major banks or currency exchange offices in the city; avoid airport or tourist bureau kiosks which have poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless (tap) is standard, and mobile pay works almost everywhere. Carry some cash for small cafes and markets.
Tipping is not expected in Australia. Round up for good service in restaurants, but it's optional. Taxis and hotel staff do not require tips.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Flat white from any cafe near the train station or along Murray Street — around $4.50 AUD.
Banh mi or sushi roll from a food court or small takeaway joint — about $8–12 AUD.
Pasta or Thai main course at a casual eatery — roughly $15–22 AUD.
Head to the Northbridge side of the city (especially around Lake Street and Roe Street) for food trucks and cheap Asian eats at night.
Coles and Woolworths are the main budget supermarkets; IGA has smaller, pricier outlets in the city centre.
Target and Kmart at the city’s shopping centres (e.g., Forrest Chase, Carillon City) for affordable basics; op shops (thrift stores) along Beaufort Street for cheap second-hand finds.
A SmartRider card gives the cheapest bus/train trips — about $5.10 AUD for a day pass (2-zone). From the airport, take bus 380 or 40 to the city for $4.80 AUD, not the train line (more expensive).
Buy a SmartRider card for public transport (tap on/off, not cash). Eat lunch specials at pubs and Asian food courts rather than dinner. Avoid buying water — free refill stations are all over Elizabeth Quay and Kings Park.
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Type I · 230V
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$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
PerthFor all emergency services in Perth and throughout Australia, dial Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police assistance, call 131 444. If you need the Poison Information Centre, dial 13 11 26. For international visitors, 000 works from any public or mobile phone without credit.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Perth, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Melbourne Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commonwealth Bank — 133 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Greenleaf Pharmacy West Perth — 712 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Perth CBD transit hubs → Within Perth CBD including Oxford Hotel area
💡 Explore CBD free of charge; CAT (Central Area Transit) buses cover all major attractions; ideal for moving between hotels and local venues
Perth Airport (PER) → Perth CBD (near Oxford Hotel)
💡 Most budget-friendly airport option; purchase Smartrider card at airport for seamless local transit transfers to other buses/trains
Perth Airport Station → Perth City Station (500m from Oxford Hotel)
💡 Fastest reliable option; Smartrider card integrates with entire local transit network for easy city exploration; trains are modern and frequent
Perth Airport (PER) → Oxford Hotel, Perth CBD
💡 Book ahead via Uber or local taxi apps for guaranteed availability; fixed-price airport taxis available at taxi rank outside terminals
Sobre Perth
Wikipedia ↗
Perth (Nyungar: Boorloo) is the capital city of Western Australia. It is the fourth-most-populous city in Australia, with a population of over 2.3 million within Greater Perth as of 2023. The world's most isolated major city by certain criteria, Perth is part of the South West Land Division of Weste...
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Melbourne Hotel?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 at the rear of the building (facing away from Milligan Street). These upper floors minimise street noise and avoid any ground-floor traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Melbourne Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 or lower, especially those facing Milligan Street – lorries and early morning traffic from the CBD fringe will be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the 3-star lift mechanism can be clunky and audible.
Is Melbourne Hotel noisy?
Milligan Street carries morning and afternoon peak traffic, including buses and delivery trucks. The hotel’s entrance is off Milligan, so ground-floor rooms suffer. Also, a pub or café on the corner can generate footfall noise until late. There may be a service lane to the rear – check before accepting a back-facing room on floor 1-2.
Which rooms have the best views at Melbourne Hotel?
Rooms facing east or south-east give a view over Perth’s low-rise skyline and the Swan River glimpse in the distance. North-facing rooms look onto Milligan Street (not scenic). West-facing rooms get afternoon sun and a city backdrop.
What are insider tips for staying at Melbourne Hotel?
1. If you’re driving, ask about off-street parking at check-in – the hotel likely has a small lot or valet, but booking ahead is essential in the city centre. 2. Request a room on floor 5 facing east – that’s the sweet spot for quiet and a decent city view without the lift rumble.
What time is check-in at Melbourne Hotel?
Check-in at Melbourne Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Melbourne Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (around 10 Mbps) included for all guests; no premium tier or paid upgrade available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Melbourne Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Melbourne Hotel?
Banh mi or sushi roll from a food court or small takeaway joint — about $8–12 AUD.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Melbourne Hotel?
A SmartRider card gives the cheapest bus/train trips — about $5.10 AUD for a day pass (2-zone). From the airport, take bus 380 or 40 to the city for $4.80 AUD, not the train line (more expensive).
When is the best time to visit Perth?
March and April for stable autumn warmth (mid-20s °C) without the summer heat or school-holiday crowds. October also works — spring wildflowers and fewer tourists than November.
Principales atracciones en Perth
💡 Check the free lunchtime talks – they rotate exhibitions monthly and skip the queue by entering from the Perth Cultural Centre side.
💡 Bring your own snacks – cafes here are pricey. The free water play area opens 10am-6pm November to March.
💡 Go at sunset for the city lights. The free guided walks leave at 10am from the information centre.
💡 Train from city to Cottesloe station is $5 return. Swim between the flags – the shelf drop-off can surprise. Fish and chips from the kiosk are decent value.
💡 The gold pour demo is included in the $22 adult ticket – skip the souvenir photo, it’s overpriced. Free lockers for bags.