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The City Square Motel

3.0 of 5
67 Swanston St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
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The City Square Motel
Ranked #71 of 200 hotels in Melbourne
4.0 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
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Sydney, Australia
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Stayed at the City Square for two nights in a triple room. The entry foyer is a little bit understated, however the concierge was very friendly and helpfull. The room was a very pleasant surprise, having been recently refurbed. The room was relatively small for three people, but big enough if you intend being mostly out and about checking out... More

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Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 via mobile

Typical of the saying "Don't judge a book by the Cover". At first glance, the small reception area and quite dingy lifts, had me a tad worried as I headed up to the sixth floor. I need not have worried. I think I had the smallest room (only with a single sized bed) in the hotel but oh so comfortable,... More

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Sydney
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Can't beat the price for a downtown CBD hotel and location is perfect - particularly if you don't have a car and are relying on the trams to get around. Reception (well, a window at the end of a small corridor) and the lifts are old and gloomy. Kind of has the feeling it could be a haunted building.. lol... More

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Oz
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

Stayed here for 4 nights. Amazing location, Collins St, Bourke St Mall, Flinders St Station, Trams all at your fingertips. The reception staff were all helpful & willing to help with directions. A bit noisy at night, we were right near the elevators though. Room had a fridge, microwave & Motel provides bread, butter, jam & vegemite for a light... More

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Mount Gambier, Australia
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

The hotel is in a very great city location. The rooms were large, modern and clean. All staff were very friendly and parking was available nearby at a great rate. Unfortunateley the outside noise was just terrible. Despite wearing ear plugs, my husband and I were only able to get a couple of hours sleep a night. We expected some... More

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Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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Unfortunately our flight from Tasmania touched down at 6 p.m. on a Sunday just when the hotel reception closes. However I rang the motel and was given a security code to get in, told the room number and that the key would be left outside our room; we had no problems at all in accessing our room. The motel name... More

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Adelaide, Australia
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

Like others have said, get past the pokey little lobby and this place is just great! The rooms are cheap and well spaced out. Ample breakfast included (toast and spreads, coffee and tea). Location couldn't be better, so close to anything in city centre. Will definitely be back to visit again and again!

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Brisbane, Australia
1 review
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011
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As others have noted, the lobby and lift are a bit run-down, but once you get past that the hotel is great. Staff and friendly and helpful, offering good advice for us out-of-towners. The room is clean, and the little kitchenette is great for short stays. However, the best part of the hotel is definitely the location; it is perfect,... More

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Western Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011 via mobile

I am currently staying at this motel on the second floor in a single room and it is just perfect. Well designed little space enough for my bed, kithcenette, ensuite and flatscreen tv. The location is incredible, a stones throw from fed square. The cleanliness of the room is outstanding and the bed is comfy. Such incredible value for money,... More

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Houston, Texas
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011
2
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After reading other travelers' comments, I was prepared for the '70's-look. However, when we checked in, I was initially shocked by the drap decor. That quickly passed when I realized the hotel is an old one which means cement walls, which means quiet, quiet, quiet. I also realized the floor was clean, the beds were clean, the bathroom was clean,... More

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Address: 67 Swanston St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
Price range (per night):* S$131 - 233

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