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Carlton - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Carlton?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Carlton is January (C$ 91). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Carlton is February (C$ 271).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Carlton?

The cheapest day to stay in Carlton is Tuesday (C$ 112). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is C$ 397.

How much is a hotel in Carlton tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Carlton tonight starting as low as C$ 69, rising to an average cost of C$ 95, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 126 for a 4-star hotel in Carlton for tonight.

How much is a Carlton hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Carlton this weekend for as little as C$ 94/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 114/night. For a 4-star hotel in Carlton, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 187/night for this weekend.

Cheapest hotels in Carlton, Melbourne

Discover affordable stays in Carlton that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Carlton can be found for as low as C$ 73 per night. There is currently one property in Carlton that can be booked for this price. Arrow On Swanston is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Carlton. Price data was last updated on 18 March 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Carlton. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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488 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 73
Avg. per night
609 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 105
Avg. per night
220 Lygon Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 112
Avg. per night
Cnr Grattan and Drummond Streets, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 112
Avg. per night
255 Drummond Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 146
Avg. per night
66 Lygon Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 170
Avg. per night
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 179
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Carlton

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Carlton to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Carlton at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 18 March 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Carlton. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
66 Lygon Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
C$ 170
255 Drummond Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
C$ 146
Cnr Grattan and Drummond Streets, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
C$ 112
3 stars
609 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
C$ 105
488 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
C$ 73

Where to stay in Carlton

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Carlton to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 18 March 2025.
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About Carlton

Carlton is a suburb of Melbourne located 2 kilometres north of the city’s central business district. The area is well-known for its ornate Victorian architecture, picturesque garden plazas and for having one of Australia’s World Heritage status man-made sites, the Royal Exhibition building.

There are many places to explore in Carlton including five main garden squares that provide a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city, such as the 26 hectare Carlton Gardens, University Square, Lincoln Square, Argyle Place and MacArthur Place. The northern area of Argyle Square at Lygon Street has been redeveloped into Little Italy, an Italian style piazza featuring a central sundial and a myriad of Italian restaurants. This area has also been credited as the birthplace of Melbourne’s lively café culture. Carlton is home to La Mama Theatre which spawned the early Australian theatre scene in the 1970’s, and Cinema Nova which showcases a variety of international art house films. Many of Melbourne’s historically significant buildings are located in Carlton, the famous world heritage sites of the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton Gardens, Victorian Trades Hall, the oldest Trade Union Building in the world, and the ruins of the original Carlton Brewery.

Carlton is easily served by Melbourne’s main tram routes with several running from Swanston Street to Melbourne University with stops at Carlton North and Lygon Street. The bus service runs to Carlton via Lygon, Elgin and Rathdowne Streets. The nearest railway station is located at Melbourne Central Station, with a 17-minute pleasant stroll down Lygon Street past Old Melbourne Gaol and the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.

Not many areas of Australia have such a diverse heritage as Carlton, once declared the slums of Melbourne. This area has undergone a huge redevelopment and is now home to a unique blend of people and cultures, with a rich tapestry that can be seen in the areas of Little Italy and in the many Jewish influences throughout the suburb. Carlton is also home to a large student population due to its close proximity to Parkville Campus of the University of Melbourne.

Facts about staying in Carlton, Melbourne

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Carlton to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 18 March 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Carlton?

    Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel, rated with a score of 8.2 from 1,390 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Carlton. Other top stays include Arrow On Swanston, with an average rating of 7.3 from 3,609 reviewers, and Clocktower Apartment Hotel, with a score of 7.6 from 771 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre?

    Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is a popular hotel near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre that is highly recommended, with a score of 7.9 across 5,662 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Carlton near Rod Laver Arena?

    Park Hyatt Melbourne is rated 9.0 from 1,677 reviews and is close to Rod Laver Arena.

  • Is there a good hotel near Collins Street?

    If you’re planning to stay near Collins Street, you should consider Great Southern Hotel Melbourne, which has a score of 7.9 from 5,662 reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Carlton?

    Over the last 3 days, Carlton hotels have been found for as cheap as C$ 66/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Carlton?

    If your travel plans to Carlton are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Rod Laver Arena, or Collins Street. Melbourne is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Staying in Melbourne is preferred if you want to visit Rod Laver Arena. To visit Collins Street, it’s most convenient if you stay in Melbourne.

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