[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel in Melbourne with a restaurant and a bar ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/17860d62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/00703f1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Studio Queen and Single with Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/b8e77d53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/77899be8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/7045b2c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social in Melbourne offers a lively atmosphere with practical amenities like laundry, WiFi, and an elevator. Guests enjoy the bar and restaurant before exploring Queen Victoria Market. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=70123346&PinnedHotelID=70123346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Studio Double with Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/w3837h2560x3y0-abc36bac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Double with Shared Bathroom 7.8 Good 10 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/f459f51c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Queen Single with Shared Bathroom 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/w3837h2560x3y0-c1354f3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Queen with Ensuite 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70130000/70123400/70123346/w3837h2560x3y0-894e5b68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio Queen and Single with Ensuite 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Cocktail bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57250000/57242500/57242412/012ebda6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Next Hotel Melbourne, Curio Collection by Hilton Melbourne Central Business District - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Royal-Hotel-By-Nightcap-Social.h70123346.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMelbourne-Hotels-Royal-Hotel-By-Nightcap-Social.h70123346.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Essendon, a neighborhood in Melbourne, is home to Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social. Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Melbourne Zoo and SEA LIFE Melbourne. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Flemington Racecourse or Marvel Stadium. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne.dx178283) ![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-37.75567%2C144.91739&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kSwJk-piMpct0Jm8V_35zLC6P0w=) 873 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, 3040 ### What's nearby - Moonee Valley Racecourse - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Flemington Racecourse - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Melbourne Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - University of Melbourne - 8 min drive - 6.9 km ### Getting around - Essendon Station - 3 min walk - Glenbervie Station - 13 min walk - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 10 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Essendon Hotel - ‬2 min walk - ‪Benny & Me - ‬3 min walk - ‪Flippin Fish & Chippery - ‬3 min walk - ‪2 Fat Greeks - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Royal Hotel - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel near University of Melbourne You can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - An elevator and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property. 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Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay - A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 Safety features at this property include a smoke detector ### Property is also known as Royal By Nightcap Social Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Essendon Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel Essendon ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social? > As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social on Oct 22, 2025 start from CA $87.58, 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-Hotel-By-Nightcap-Social.h70123346.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social located? > Located in Essendon, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Moonee Valley Racecourse and within 3 mi (5 km) of Royal Melbourne Showgrounds and DFO Essendon Shopping Center. Flemington Racecourse and Highpoint Shopping Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Essendon Station is only a 3-minute walk and Glenbervie Station is 13 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 123 8 - Good 36 6 - Okay 16 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 5 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Staff and great food ##### Kathleen Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kylie Aug 21, 2025 Liked: Amenities Room was spacious and perfect for a night stay ##### Kylie Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerrit Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Room was clean and nice. Strange setup if casino below but the hotel is great and convenient to trams and train. ##### Gerrit Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean and friendly staff, and very convenient if you are into public transport. Just the shares toilet and bath is a bit of a inconvinience, imagine having to pee in the middle of your sleep. But overall, this hotel is very good ##### Monica Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nisha Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was exceptionally clean, the dining area was also always kept in excellent condition. The staff were nice and helpful. Free parking made our trip stay so much easier. ##### Nisha Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob Feb 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Mid week stay very good overall stay,very clean shower etc, comfy bed,coffee,tea excellent. would stay there again ##### Rob Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BRUCE Jan 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to dining options and public transport links ##### BRUCE Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort An amazing great-value find. Nervous about shared amenities? Don’t be, the bathrooms are spacious, private and spotless, always. The bedroom was on the Small side but one of the most comfortable beds I’ve slept in. We-appointed with desk & TV, it was quiet and peaceful. The kitchen/lounge was well stocked with tea, coffee etc and comfortable to lounge in. Having the bistro and bar downstairs was great, and the Rump steak perfectly cooked. Huge thanks to Marty, Arjun and Julie who were a great laugh and really helpful. Will be back. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/36464172-daac-4d4d-b70c-6ef4e29917c9-1748442605865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Keith Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shona Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable room, late check in was easy facilities were very clean and tidy. Handy to train station too. ##### Shona Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter Jun 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice place to stay, very good value. ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justina Oct 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brilliant service, everything at your fingertips, cosy, groovy, renovated, clean rooms ##### Justina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bobby Oct 6, 2024 Great location, service, food and l have never seen a venue so clean. Highly recommend and will be back. ##### Bobby Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geoffrey Jan 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic rooms and food options Great for transport highly recommended ##### Geoffrey Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Joseph Nov 30, 2024 It waa good ##### Joseph Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Silvia Jan 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super ##### Silvia Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean Jul 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice clean accommodation, good meals & has bar onsite ##### Sean Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian Nov 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It’s in a very convenient location with nice comfortable rooms and staff are so nice ##### Adrian Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bradley Mar 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great clean tidy accommodation as well as easy access to transport ##### Bradley Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna May 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Comfortable bed, excellent bathroom facilities, clean and common area was great! ##### Donna Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lloyd Aug 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Reasonable place to stay Reasonable place to stay, it was clean tidy and comfortable. It suited my needs ##### Lloyd Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHIA YEN Jul 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities easy parking good location very friendly staff ##### CHIA YEN Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wanting to travel to Flemington racecourse for an event we found this little gem. Great staff, good food and quick service . We stayed in a queen ensuite room it was very clean and well maintained. Highly recommend ##### Donna Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarrad Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great room, very friendly staff ##### Jarrad Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie Dec 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic food, service and comfort ##### Kylie ### 8/10 Good #### Grant Fermilie Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Thank you..enjoyed my stay... comfortable and hassle free . ##### Grant Fermilie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cheap Hotels in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d178314-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Stonewall Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Weston-Hotels-Stonewall-Resort.h892977.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Scarborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Toronto-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-n6070427-0-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Paris](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels.d179898.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Kingston Waterfront by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Kingston-Waterfront.h4812.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in East Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/East-Coast-Hotels.d6208779.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Travelodge Edinburgh Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Travelodge-Edinburgh-Central.h518924.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ontario-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d11178-tCheapHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [The Hotel Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Hotel-Windsor.h11362.Hotel-Information) > > [Oakwood Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Huron-Hotels-Oakwood-Resort.h15081224.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Morley](https://www.expedia.ca/Morley-Hotels.d6122844.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Comfort Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Comfort-INN-AND-Suites.h78000012.Hotel-Information) > > [The Langham, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Langham.h2112.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto Vaughan](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-Toronto-Vaughan.h4134377.Hotel-Information) > > [Cottages Leamington](https://www.expedia.ca/Leamington-Cottages.d10224-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Sheraton Makkah Jabal Al Kaaba Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mecca-Hotels-Sheraton-Makkah-Jabal-Al-Kaaba-Hotel.h20175738.Hotel-Information) > > [Pretty River Valley Country Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Owen-Sound-Hotels-Pretty-River-Valley-Country-Inn.h12005260.Hotel-Information) > > [Super 8 by Wyndham Swan River MB](https://www.expedia.ca/Swan-River-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Swan-River-MB.h910105.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh](https://www.expedia.ca/Chandigarh-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Hotel-Chandigarh.h4268725.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/nrt/calgary-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ywg/vancouver-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from New York (JFK) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/jfk/yvr/new-york-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Oslo (OSL) to Paris (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/osl/cdg/oslo-to-paris) > > [Flights from Tucson (TUS) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/tus/las/tucson-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from San Salvador (SAL) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sal/yeg/san-salvador-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yul/toronto-to-montreal) ### Activities > [Things to do in Bordeaux](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Bordeaux.d6023322.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Las-Vegas.d178276.Travel-Guide-Activities)