Alto Hotel on Bourke

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel in Melbourne
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Front of property
Reception
One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchenette
One Bedroom Apartment - Spa  | Living room
One Bedroom Apartment - Spa

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
636 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Collins Street
    5 min walk
  • Woodo
    2 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station
    3 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    24 min drive

Room options

One Bedroom Apartment - Spa

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

King Studio Plus

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Queen Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King or Twin Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Petite Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom SPA Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio King Plus Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Two Bedroom Sleepover-Shared Entry

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Studio King or Twin Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Two Bedroom Delux Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Petite Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

Alto Hotel on Bourke puts you in the heart of Melbourne, within just a 10-minute stroll of SEA LIFE Melbourne and Marvel Stadium. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Melbourne Central Business District hotel include Bourke Street Mall and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

What's nearby

  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 8 min walk
  • Marvel Stadium - 8 min walk
  • Bourke Street Mall - 11 min walk
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 12 min walk
  • Crown Casino - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 3 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 9 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Higher Ground - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mail Exchange Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brightside Coffee & Bagels - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The King Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Alto Hotel on Bourke

Beaux Arts hotel in Melbourne
As a guest of Alto Hotel on Bourke, you'll find a library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Alto Hotel on Bourke also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2006
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Alto Hotel on Bourke offers 50 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (AUD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 20 to 20 for adults and AUD 20 to 20 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 6 2024 to November 17 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • Breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
The property will be renovating from 6 September 2024 to 25 November 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 1 year old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 85.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 20 to 20 for adults and AUD 20 to 20 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: AUD 50 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 85.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 1 year old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Alto Bourke
Alto Bourke Melbourne
Alto Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alto Hotel on Bourke?

Alto Hotel on Bourke offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Alto Hotel on Bourke?

As of 25 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alto Hotel on Bourke on 3 Jan 2025 start from NZ$162.97, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Alto Hotel on Bourke?

Yep, Alto Hotel on Bourke has a self car park with in/out privileges for AUD 35 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Alto Hotel on Bourke?

The closest beach to Alto Hotel on Bourke is St Kilda Beach (6.2 km).

Does Alto Hotel on Bourke serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is served weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will unavailable between September 6 2024 and November 17 2024 (subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alto Hotel on Bourke?

No, Alto Hotel on Bourke does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alto Hotel on Bourke?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Alto Hotel on Bourke?

No, pets are not allowed.

Alto Hotel on Bourke Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 594 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Bartholomew Henry

Travelled with partner
Location - close to trams and train.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have enjoyed previous stays at the Alto and it's very conveniently located for transport options however this time was a disappointment. The room was by a laneway and we were kept awake by screaming all three nights, the room had an overwhelming smell of bleach, the lounge and breakfast facilities were closed for renovations, the bed was made in such a way that the covers couldn't be pulled up and there was a shower curtain that clumped and couldn't be properly drawn. All these are minor inconveniences but added together leave us disappointed by our stay this time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sheridan Paige

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and comfortable, the building was beautiful. The breakfast was terrible, and there weren't enough staff to ensure everyone had cutlery etc. We had to open cupboards and search for salt and pepper and coffee cups, the coffee was bitter and there wasn't enough food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dated and musty rooms ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
convenient location and cuppa on arrival
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay
Overnight stay after going to the footy at Marvel, very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great management and team. I enjoyed my stay, the hospitality was kind and thoughtful. The room was comfortable and clean, bed very comfortable. Hotel room had a microwave and toaster. Windows were double glazed which made the room peaceful. On ground floor there was a cosy, warm lounge area with library of books plus coffee/tea/hot choc making facilities which were provided with compliments. One of the best hotels I have stayed at. I plan on staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
A quiet hôtel close to the Southern Cross Station and the airport busses. Free tram to the city on front of hotel - approximately one kilometre to CBD. Breakfast option is pretty limited but not expensive. Quiet and convenient are the key words.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed that staff didn’t tell us about he lifts where out off action, walking up and down stairs to the top level was hard with little kids
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very short walk from Sthn Cross Station. Good value for money in Melbourne's cbd. We'll definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful Deceiver
Beautiful exterior. Beautiful building. Was hard to understand the reception staff when we wanted anything. Language barriers. Disappointing breakfast. Paid for breakfast but a family before us ate everything (breakfast started at 7.30am and we arrived at 8am) and then basically nothing was left for the rest of the guests ! Only one person on. Don't waste your money. We used the sofa bed but the extra bedding was pitiful even though we paid for an extra person. We had to ask for extra towel. You have to be good at Tetras to fit in their tiny parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good location for Melb CBD.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hwee Fang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location within the free tram zone. Complete kitchen facilities is very useful for families to prepare meals as food in Melbourne is costly. It would be good if room services can be more frequent. During our 9 days of stay there, there were only 2 occasions of room service and it was not very thorough. Tissue amd other stuff were not replenished even though they had run out.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location to station
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chun Yong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Room was okay but smelled heavily of bleach. Check in staff member was grumpy and rude. Great location but let down by the above.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with my family. Central, clean and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cosy bolt hole in great location
Great location for Bourke Street and an event at Marvel Stadium. Small rooms but all that is needed for a bolt hole. No views from the room (at all - just a v small window that looks at a brick wall), but if you’re just looking for a great location at a great price and a cosy feel it’s perfect. Kitchenette as well if you want a sink, microwave etc
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the quirky decor and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024