Title: Royal Derby Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Royal Derby Hotel Adults-only inn with a restaurant and a bar ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42342400/42342376/1b597e6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Single Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42342400/42342376/7820e0df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42342400/42342376/a9223e7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42342400/42342376/0883cac4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42350000/42342400/42342376/2cafccde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Melbourne Museum, Royal Derby Hotel offers a welcoming vibe with laundry facilities, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar. Connect to WiFi, play billiards by the pool table or enjoy the outdoor furniture while savoring meals at the restaurant. 7.4 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Laundry - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 1 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=42342376&PinnedHotelID=42342376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=42342376&PinnedHotelID=42342376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=42342376&PinnedHotelID=42342376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=42342376&PinnedHotelID=42342376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=42342376&PinnedHotelID=42342376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=42342376&PinnedHotelID=42342376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Royal-Derby-Hotel.h42342376.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Royal-Derby-Hotel.h42342376.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.79365%2C144.97948&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2Bxy5vg3yKf2Woofv9FRzOY-pyg=) 446 Brunswick St, Fitzroy, VIC, 3065 #### What's nearby - University of Melbourne - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Collins Street - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Queen Victoria Market - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Melbourne Central - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Rod Laver Arena - 5 min drive - 4.2 km #### Getting around - Victoria Park Station - 2 min drive - Flinders Street Station - 15 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Industry Beans - ‬3 min walk - ‪Lune Croissanterie - ‬4 min walk - ‪Near & Far - ‬4 min walk - ‪Gogyo - ‬2 min walk - ‪Deep End Pizza - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Royal Derby Hotel Inn near University of Melbourne Laundry facilities, an outdoor entertainment area, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Royal Derby Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant. Additional perks include: - Express check-out, ATM/banking services, and a billiards/pool table - Outdoor furniture and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Royal Derby Hotel have amenities such as free WiFi. 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Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (weekly) ### Outdoors - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 shared bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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, debit cards, and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property ### Property is also known as Royal Derby Hotel Inn Royal Derby Hotel Fitzroy Royal Derby Hotel Inn Fitzroy ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Royal Derby Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Royal Derby Hotel? > As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Derby Hotel on Nov 10, 2025 start from CA $100.48, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Royal-Derby-Hotel.h42342376.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Royal Derby Hotel? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Royal Derby Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Royal Derby Hotel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Royal Derby Hotel located? > Located in Fitzroy, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Brunswick Street and University of Melbourne. Collins Street and Melbourne Central are also within 2 mi (3 km). Clifton Hill Station is 22 minutes by foot and Rushall Station is 22 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question