PLOUGH HOTEL | Airport hotel in Melbourne | From 88$/Night

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333 Barkly Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3011

Plough Hotel, a 3-star property with an 8.1/10 Booking.com rating, is located in the heart of Footscray, 9.5 miles from Essendon Fields Airport. The hotel is within walking distance to Middle Footscray and Footscray Train Stations, offering easy access to Melbourne's CBD, 3.5 miles away. Nearby landmarks include Marvel Stadium (3.5 miles) and Queen Victoria Market.

Comfortable Guestrooms

Guestrooms at the Plough Hotel feature premium bedding, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Each unit includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, and free toiletries. Some rooms offer separate sitting areas and minibars.

Dining & Drinks

The Plough Hotel Restaurant and Bar serves Modern Australian pub classics, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Guests can enjoy a refined menu of pub classics, along with an extensive selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. The Winter Roast series starts the first weekend in June.

Sports & Events

The Sports Bar at the Plough Hotel is one of the best in Melbourne's outer north, featuring Sky channel, Fox Sports, and live AFL. Guests can also enjoy themed nights like Tuesday Steak Night and Thursday Parma Night. Outdoor dining in the courtyard welcomes dogs.

Events & Services

The Plough Hotel offers two function spaces, the Victoria Room for intimate gatherings and the Barkly Room for larger events. Gift vouchers are available for purchase, emailed directly for convenience. Free private parking and luggage storage are provided.

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Deluxe Twin Room

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2 persons

22 m²

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Standard Double Room

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18 m²

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22 m²

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Melbourne 4.2 km

Airports

Essendon Fields (MEB) 12.1 km

Tullamarine (MEL) 19.1 km

Train

Southern Cross Station 5.6 km

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location info

333 Barkly Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3011

Map view

333 Barkly Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3011

City landmarks

Park

Footscray Park

1.1 km

Mall

18 Albert Footscray Plaza

670 m

Gallery

Footscray Community Arts Centre

1.4 km

Mall

Kmart Footscray

670 m

Library

Footscray Library

670 m

Park

Quarry Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Newells Paddock Wetlands

980 m

Park

Yarraville Gardens

1.7 km

Park

Henry Turner South Memorial Reserve

1.1 km

Landmark

Polish Museum and Archives in Australia

1.3 km

Landmark

Heavenly Queen Temple

1.9 km

Landmark

Jack's Magazine

1.6 km

Landmark

Burndap Park

1.7 km

Park

Pipemakers Park

2.6 km

Zoo

Melbourne Zoo

5.5 km

Ski Area

Dr Thompson Reserve

2.3 km

Park

Riverside Park

2.3 km

Park

Stony Creek Reserve and Park

2.4 km

Landmark

Fairbairn Park

2.8 km

Landmark

Hyde Street Reserve

2.4 km

Landmark

Eureka Skydeck

6.8 km

Landmark

West Gate Bridge Memorial Park

3.1 km

Bridge

West Gate Bridge

3.4 km

Landmark

J J Holland Park

2.7 km

Amusement Park

Victory Park

2.7 km

Landmark

The Bavarian Highpoint

2.8 km

Landmark

Melbourne Star Observation Wheel

4.2 km

Landmark

Riverside Golf & Tennis Centre

2.6 km

Nearby

417 Barkly St Victoria University

Victoria University Whitten Oval

290 m

417 Barkly St Victoria University Whitten Oval

Bulldogs Museum

290 m

Restaurants

Pandu's Indo Chinese Restaurant

160 m

351 Barkly St

Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant

290 m

247 Barkly St

Littlefoot

400 m

223 Barkly St

Roti Road

460 m

189-193 Barkly St

Lay Low Bar

680 m

93 Buckley St

Common Galaxia

590 m

130 Victoria St

Co Thu Quan

660 m

10 Droop St Shop 11 & 12

Small French Bar

590 m

154 Barkly St

Moda Kitchen and Bar

630 m

U 1 140 Victoria St

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

James

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located in Footscray, close to shops, bars, cafes, and public transport. The staff is friendly and accommodating, but the dining experience could use some improvement. Overall, it's a great spot for what I needed.

Rooms

8.0

The room was big and clean, perfect for my stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were lovely and easy to deal with, making my stay pleasant.

Location

9.0

The location is great, with shops, bars, cafes nearby, and easy access to public transport.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a bit misleading as it was not a proper breakfast, but overall decent.

Facilities

7.0

The onsite restaurant was convenient, and the hotel offers a breakfast kit for a quick start to the day.

Richie

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.8/10

The hotel is a gem for delicious food and exceptional service. The rooms may need a touch-up but were cozy and the staff was amazing. However, the dining options could be more diverse and the lack of a proper breakfast was a letdown. Great for its location near shops, bars, and cafes, with easy access to the city via a nearby bus stop.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are in desperate need of a renovation, but they were still comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with staff willing to assist and provide great hospitality.

Location

8.0

The location is convenient, with shops, bars, and cafes nearby, as well as easy access to the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was delicious, particularly the iconic sandwiches, but the lack of a proper breakfast was a downside.