By Melissa Lewis
Melbourne, Australia is a planned city set around Port Phillips Bay. Shopping, dining, sightseeing and water sports are just some of the activities that tourists to the area will enjoy. When staying overnight, there are several hotels located within the city center, as well as near Melbourne Airport, which is convenient for those traveling through the airport. Fortunately, there are several four-star hotels near the airport that provide top of the line accommodations, amenities and guest services.
Hilton Melbourne International Airport
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The Hilton Melbourne International Airport is the only hotel that is connected to the airport with a covered walkway. It also has an indoor pool, fitness center and baggage storage. Each guest room has high-speed Internet access, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and mini bar. As of 2009, nightly rates at this Hilton approximately $170.
Arrival Drive
Melbourne Airport
Melbourne, Australia 3045
(61) 3-8336-2000
www1.hilton.com
Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport
Just two minutes away from the airport, the Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport provides shuttles to and from the airport. Guests will enjoy the outdoor pool and the health and fitness center. Kids eat free at the Vargas Restaurant and Bar located on the ground floor, and room service is available 24 hours a day. Each guest room has a mini bar, refrigerator and coffee maker. High-speed Internet is available for an additional fee. As of 2009, the Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport costs approximately $140 per night.
10-14 Centre Road
Melbourne Airport
Melbourne, Australia 3045
(61) 3-9933-5111
www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/melcr
Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport
A courtesy car transports guests the five minute drive to and from the airport to the Quality Hotel. An outdoor pool, tennis courts, hot tub and fitness center are available on site. A business center is also available where guests can use, for an additional fee, a computer, copier and fax machine. As of 2009, nightly rates at the Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport are approximately $130.
265 Mickleham Road
Tullamarine
Victoria, Australia 3043
(61) 3-9338-3222
www.choicehotels.com.au/hotels/hotel?hotel=AU426
Mantra Tullamarine
Located within five minutes of the airport, the Mantra Tullamarine shuttles guests to and from the airport throughout the day. Once at the hotel, guests can enjoy the lap pool, sauna, gymnasium, restaurant and lounge. Each guest room features high-speed Internet access, granite bathrooms, cable television, mini bar, hair dryer and an iron. Spa rooms, deluxe studios, suites and presidential suites are also available. As of 2009, rooms at the Mantra Tullamarine cost approximately $110 per night.
12 Trade Park Drive
Tullamarine
Victoria, Australia 3043
(61) 3-9093-6500
www.mantra.com.au
About the Author:
Melissa Lewis is a former elementary classroom teacher and media specialist. She has also written for various online publications. Lewis holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
