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Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban Melbourne motel in Croydon with free parking

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Dorset Gardens Hotel

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Reception
Sports bar
Exterior detail
Standard Room
Terrace/patio

Overview of Dorset Gardens Hotel

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

Map
335 Dorset Road, Croydon, VIC, 3136
  • Popular LocationKnox Private Hospital9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDandenong Ranges National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSkyHigh Mount Dandenong15 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)53 min drive

Room options

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Five Bedroom Apartment

Five Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

At Dorset Gardens Hotel, you'll be 23.9 km (14.8 mi) from Monash University. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .At the motel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. There's also free RV/bus/truck parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Croydon motel, attractions include Dandenong Ranges National Park and Deakin University.
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What's nearby

  • Knox Private Hospital - 9 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

Suburban Melbourne motel in Croydon with free parking
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Dorset Gardens Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. A free area shuttle within 5 km is available. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Melbourne motel.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1967
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dorset Gardens Hotel offers 46 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) and Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 5 km
  • Area shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 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

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 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
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 22.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 22.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Dorset Gardens Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 26 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dorset Gardens Hotel on 1 May 2024 start from AU$126.84, 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.

Is parking available at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Yep, Dorset Gardens Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a spa on site at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Ripple Dandenongs Massage Day Spa and Beauty is a short 12-minute walk away.

Is Dorset Gardens Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities like a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Dorset Gardens Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

No, Dorset Gardens Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Dorset Gardens Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Dorset Gardens Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 643 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 643 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 643 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 643 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 643 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the pub
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Damen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The unit needed some maintenance E.G, the internal doors not easy to operate, & the aircon could do with either servicing or replacing. Otherwise good for a basic unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

Travelled 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

4/10 Poor

Caitlyn

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

Travelled 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