Punthill Essendon North

My partner and I stayed here for two nights as we had him booked in for a tattoo up the road and thought it made more sense to stay in Essendon than traipsing back and forth from the CBD. The hotel was very accommodating - Luke was wonderful at concierge when we arrived and enabled us early check-in (around 11AM). We stayed in a one bedroom apartment, and it contained the following: • a kitchen with stovetop, microwave and full-sized fridge. We only used the fridge. • two TVs - one in the living room and one in the bedroom. • a Queen bed. • a laundry, iron and safe. • a wonderful shower (great water pressure!) Strangely, the room did not contain tissues or a stand for your luggage to sit on, so we had to leave our suitcase on the floor (and under foot). It was certainly comfortable, but on the smaller side. We spent most of our time outside so it was only really a place to rest our heads. There is a door in the living room which I believe links to the adjacent room which might be a nice option if you are travelling as friends but want your privacy. The location is excellent - there is a tram stop basically on the doorstep which would take you into the city. Although, given our room faced Keilor Rd, the noise of the tram late into the evening might be disruptive if you're a light sleeper. I would definitely stay here again - a nice alternative to the city and a quick run to the airport!

It was a great place to stay with lots of Eateries in walking distance as well as the Public transport. Our Studio Apartment was very comfortable, clean & nice & quiet. Loved our 2 night stay & also great to have secure under cover parking

1. Not happy with Punthill charged us extra for setting up the sofa bed when I booked for 2 adults with 1 child with Expedia already. 2. The guy at check in was very helpful and pleasant. 3. The sofa bed was not comfortable at all. The unit we had only got high windows so couldn’t see out at all from the living room. 4. May be more kitchen utensils and some bread knifes etc. Everything else is great. 5. Handy location for food and free off street parking across the street.