What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Melbourne?

Motels usually offer more affordable rates compared to hotels, which makes them excellent if you're road-tripping around Melbourne on a shoestring. A popular option for overnight trips, these roadside accommodations have simply furnished rooms, limited services and ample parking. Opt for a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay extra for additional space, comfort and conveniences. Guests can take advantage of things like a lobby, free WiFi and conference rooms at this property type.

Do any 3-star hotels in Melbourne have a pool?

Plan some poolside relaxation at Aussie Escape Apartments . Or switch from sightseeing to kicking back by the water at The Victoria Hotel Melbourne . Both these 3-star getaways with pools are located in Melbourne, where the summer months are December, January and February. Average temperatures range from 15ºC at night to 26ºC during the day in January, the warmest period of the year.

What 3-star hotels in Melbourne have an on-site restaurant?

Following a day of discoveries, chill out with a delightful meal at CitiClub Hotel Melbourne 's on-site restaurant. This 3-star Melbourne property also offers nearby museums and a cafe. Or dine without venturing beyond ibis budget Melbourne CBD . A nearby metro station and free WiFi are two other amenities available here.

Do any 3-star hotels in Melbourne have WiFi?

Log in to the WiFi at YTI Garden Hotel and easily upload all your stunning photos of Melbourne. CitiClub Hotel Melbourne is another 3-star hotel where you'll be able to go online during your trip. WiFi may be included in the room price or available for an additional fee, so check before booking.

What 3-star hotels in Melbourne have parking?

Our top recommendations are CitiClub Hotel Melbourne and HOTEL NO . Both these 3-star properties in Melbourne provide parking, making it convenient for you to jump behind the wheel and explore. After you've ticked off the major sights here, why not top up the gas tank and venture a little farther afield. Two excellent day trip ideas from the center of Melbourne include Peninsula Hot Springs and Penguin Parade.

Do any 3-star hotels in Melbourne have rooms with a kitchenette?

Staying at a hotel with a kitchenette is an excellent idea if you're planning a self-catered vacation in Melbourne. Look forward to preparing your own breakfasts and evening meals at OMI Homes on Collins . Premium bedding and an espresso maker are other conveniences at this 3-star property. Or save money on takeout and restaurant bills at Arrow on Swanston , which also comes with cooking facilities as well as a sauna and a swimming pool.

Southbank featuring a river or creek, a high rise building and a bridge

Find 3 Star Hotels in Melbourne from ￥6,315

Change your mind

Book hotels with free cancellation

Treat yourself

Be picky

Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check availability on Melbourne 3 Star Hotels

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Compare Melbourne 3 Star Hotels with updated room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

"thanks for a great stay"

￥9,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

"Great stay and lovely staff"

￥12,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

"Fantastic hotel for our overnight stay close to the airport. Spacious room and comfy bed. "

￥17,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

"Very clean, good location. Some nice restaurants and cafes are around this area"

￥10,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Daily continental breakfast (AUD 15 per person)

"Like staying here when leaving on holiday Easy walk to airport "

￥13,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

"Very comfortable, lovely staff."

￥10,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

"Very quite, and close to the airport, the staff are amazing"

￥14,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

"Clean and great service! Very well located close to important points, transportation and cafes."

￥10,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Great value and location a basic well run hotel "

￥8,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Deluxe 2 Bedroom Family Villa | View from room

"Good value and Close to airport"

￥11,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (The Buddy) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

"Great place to stay. Would stay again. Rooms were nice"

￥15,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

"budget hotel, nothing fancy. Small rooms, rundown hotel but quiet and safe and staff are nice "

￥11,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

"For the low price this was ideal accommodation. Close to great dinning. Staff were excellent. Room was clean and comfortable. Will stay here again 😀"

￥10,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Premium Penthouse Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

"I find this place ideal for when I’m at TAFE. It’s clean neat and tidy, close to supermarkets and dining options."

￥7,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

"Friendly staff central location comfy bed at a reasonable price. "

￥9,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

"We had a great stay. Loved the easy walk to shops and eateries. "

￥11,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

"Great stay, friendly staff!"

￥15,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

"Very good value for money. Close to the shopping mall and fast food outlets."

￥8,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

"Hotel ticks all boxes - modern, spacious and tidy king spa room; easy parking and fast wi-fi connection; room amenities provided in abundance with fresh towels daily; close to all restaurants, shops and beaches; I highly recommend this hotel for good value for money and excellent customer service!"

￥17,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

"Convenient location"

￥7,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Explore similar 4-star hotels

Many 4-star hotels have the same amenities as 3-star hotels. See all 4-star hotels in Melbourne.

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

131-135 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC

￥14,263

￥15,689 total

Sep 22 - Sep 23

includes taxes & fees

Still don't see what you're looking for?

See all properties in Melbourne.

You can also use these popular filters to refine your search.

Pool Spa Hot tub Breakfast included Waterpark

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Melbourne and related destinations

Elegant trams glide past Victorian architecture while locals sip flat whites at hidden laneway cafes. Wander the Royal Botanic Gardens in morning light, then catch stunning city views from the Eureka Skydeck before sunset.

See all hotels in Melbourne

Top Melbourne Hotel Reviews

Price trends for properties with 3 Stars in Melbourne

Less expensive	More expensive	This month	Next month
June	March	￥13,453	￥13,842

Month	Price
January	￥14,515
February	￥14,970
March	￥16,295
April	￥13,628
May	￥13,622
June	￥13,128
July	￥14,924
August	￥13,191
September	￥13,453
October	￥13,842
November	￥13,735
December	￥14,025

Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed properties with 3 stars in Melbourne.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Melbourne Hotels by Star Rating

5 Star Hotels in Melbourne

Hotels in Melbourne Neighborhoods

More Accommodation Types in Melbourne

Recommended Cities for You

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Melbourne?

Our customers recommend CitiClub Hotel Melbourne. It features nearby museums and a nightclub, and is around 0.16 kilometers south of the center of Melbourne. HOTEL NO is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located approximately 0.48 kilometers south of downtown, it offers designer toiletries and a furnished patio.

How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in Melbourne?

Discover the perfect combination of affordability, quality and comfort at a 3-star hotel in Melbourne with Expedia's handy filters. Enter your travel dates and then fine-tune your search based on the rate you wish to pay per night.

Search for the lowest price per night right now from ￥11,197

What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Melbourne?

The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Melbourne is the quality of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more pocket-friendly and include the services and amenities required for your comfort, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can look forward to a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, luxury bathroom products and perks like on-site day spas.

Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in

Find 3 Star Hotels in Melbourne from ￥6,315

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check availability on Melbourne 3 Star Hotels

Compare Melbourne 3 Star Hotels with updated room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

ibis Melbourne Central

ibis Melbourne Central

ibis budget Melbourne Airport

ibis budget Melbourne Airport

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

Ciloms Airport Lodge

Ciloms Airport Lodge

CitiClub Hotel Melbourne

CitiClub Hotel Melbourne

YTI Garden Hotel

YTI Garden Hotel

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

Ink Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Ink Hotel Melbourne Southbank

YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

YEHS Hotel Melbourne CBD

ibis Styles Kingsgate

ibis Styles Kingsgate

Arrow on Swanston

Arrow on Swanston

ibis budget Melbourne CBD

ibis budget Melbourne CBD

ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

ibis Melbourne Glen Waverley

Melbourne City Suites

Melbourne City Suites

ibis Budget Fawkner

ibis Budget Fawkner

Rye Hotel by Nightcap Plus

Rye Hotel by Nightcap Plus

City Square Motel

City Square Motel

Explore similar 4-star hotels

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

Melbourne and related destinations

Top Melbourne Hotel Reviews

Price trends for properties with 3 Stars in Melbourne

Price trends for properties with 3 Stars in Melbourne

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Melbourne Hotels by Star Rating

Hotels in Melbourne Neighborhoods

Stay near popular Melbourne attractions

More Hotel Options in Melbourne

More Accommodation Types in Melbourne

Recommended Cities for You

Explore more hotels

Frequently asked questions