97 - 103 Elizabeth St, Near the Corner of Collins & Elizabeth, Melbourne, Australia | (888) 708-2081
Conveniently located in the Central Business District
Affordable rooms and cut-rate bunk options
Breakfast room with continental buffet (for a fee)
On-site business center with printer
On-site lockers
Guest laundry room
Bathrooms lack privacy
Rooms could use some renovations
Fee for Wi-Fi
Ibis Budget Melbourne CBD
is straightforward about its two-pearl amenities, and has the basic styling of a corporate-run hostel alongside features reminiscent of a standard hotel. Though its simple rooms include en-suite bathrooms, none of them are entirely
private, with just a curtain separating the bathing area from the bedroom. Perks are slim and basics like Wi-Fi are an extra fee, but the Ibis’ cheap
rates in the heart of Melbourne, with lots of shopping and dining nearby, make the property an attractive option for less discerning budget travelers. Those willing
to spend a bit more can find larger rooms at the Ibis Styles Melbourne,
The Victoria Hotel.
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Scene
Impersonal economy chain decor
The entrance to the Ibis Budget
Melbourne CBD, found between a clothing retailer and a fast food joint, could
be easily missed if not for the bright blue-light sign hanging down from an awning outside. Inside, the feeling is institutional,
with boxy black chairs opposite a front desk that's encased behind glass in a
lobby reminiscent of a waiting room in a medical office. Elevators
flank the reception area along with a small business center.
Location
In Melbourne's city center, near shopping, dining, and trams
Ibis Budget Melbourne CBD is in the center
of the city right off of Collins Street -- a stretch that’s home to luxury
boutiques and high-end hotels. The property is in the south end of the Central
Business District and within walking distance of most of the area's
attractions, including eateries like Red Spice Road, Vapiano, and Lindt
Chocolate Cafe. A number of trams run along Collins, and many more can be
caught on Flinders Street (which runs parallel) or Swanston Street (which runs
perpendicular). Melbourne Airport is about a 25-minute drive northwest.
Rooms
Basic rooms with bunk beds in various configurations
The Ibis’ 146 rooms come in a variety
of configurations, from four bunk beds lined against a wall to a queen bed underneath a single bunk.
All but the Standard Double Rooms have bunk beds, giving most rooms the layout
found in a typical hostel. Stained carpets and general wear and tear are common
throughout. Bathrooms are split between private toilets and sink and shower
areas covered only by curtains. While the walk-in showers themselves have
frosted doors, there’s still a lack of overall privacy. All rooms are
air-conditioned with small desks and chairs and flat-screen TVs mounted on walls.
(TV views are obstructed from certain beds in bunk rooms.) Family units come with
mini-fridges, but there are no coffeemakers
Features
Business center, breakfast room, lockers, and laundry
Amenities
at the Ibis Budget Melbourne are limited. The breakfast room has an
all-you-can-eat continental buffet for an extra fee. The morning meal includes coffee, orange juice, a selection of breads and spreads, cereal, and
an automatic pancake machine. Snacks and other beverages can be found in vending
machines off the lobby. There's also a small business center with a pair of
computers and a printer, but Wi-Fi/Internet access is not included in general
rates. Secure lockers and a guest laundry room are also on-site.
