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A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a sofa, a dining table, and a bed.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a ground-level open area with seating and a crosswalk.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a glass door leading to a balcony, a small table, and a chair.

1. The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds

2.2 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Hayden

SAR 468

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a seating area, and a TV.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bench, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A modern hotel entrance with a large glass facade, a sign reading "QUEST", and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table inside.

2. Quest Maribyrnong

2.7 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Ruben

SAR 335

SAR 369 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and hanging lights.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a green wall with plants.

A modern restaurant with a dining area, kitchen, and a theatre sign.

A modern hotel lobby with yellow sofas, a round coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave.

3. Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social

3.1 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Vanessa

SAR 234

SAR 258 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A dining table set with plates of food and wine glasses, surrounded by chairs.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a small potted plant, and a wooden fence in the background.

A narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, a red chair, and a door at the end.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, and a small refrigerator.

4. Plough Hotel

2.4 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Valerie

SAR 461

SAR 507 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pergola, and a city view.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. There is a large window offering a city view.

A modern high-rise building with multiple balconies, surrounded by a landscaped park area.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the city, and a skylight.

5. Liberty One

1.9 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Averia

SAR 443

SAR 487 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and two lamps.

A kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, stove, microwave, and cabinets.

A reception desk with a black counter, wooden cabinets, and a mounted air conditioner.

A kitchen with a built-in stove, oven, and a stainless steel range hood.

6. Footscray Motor Inn

1.9 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Nathalie

SAR 253

SAR 280 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled floor.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

An outdoor patio with a seating area, a grill, and a view of the city skyline.

7. Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites

2.5 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Julianne

SAR 300

SAR 329 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern dining area with a glass table, black leather chairs, and a potted plant.

A residential area with a well-maintained garden, a staircase leading to a higher level, and a fence surrounding the property.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, stainless steel stove, and a potted plant.

A modern multi-story residential building with a stone facade, balconies, and a parking area with cars.

8. ReadySet Apartments on Altona

2.1 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Anonymous traveler

SAR 235

SAR 724 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window, and wall art.

A living room with a wooden coffee table, two white mugs, and a small potted plant.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a large sink, and a dark wooden vanity.

9. A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking

2.1 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

SAR 232

SAR 1,012 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, a wooden deck, and a lounge area with cushions.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern balcony with a glass table and metal chairs, overlooking a cityscape at sunset.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a purple chair, and a patterned rug.

10. Quest Flemington Central

1.1 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Kim

SAR 384

SAR 429 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern kitchen with a double sink, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a neutral color palette.

A sign for Moonee Valley Racing Club with a horse silhouette.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small kitchen area, and a door to the left.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "QUEST" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained exterior.

11. Quest Moonee Valley

2.4 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Darren

SAR 465

SAR 518 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass railings, a central seating area, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A woman sitting by a large window overlooking a cityscape.

A room with a view of a cityscape at sunset, a round table with a glass, and two chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the city and sea.

12. The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 5.2 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Shakeeb

SAR 1,372

SAR 1,509 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with a large window overlooking a city skyline at dusk, a small table with books and a plant, and a chair with a pillow.

A modern restaurant with a brick wall, a wooden counter, and a patterned floor.

A modern dining area with a long table and chairs, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern building with a glass facade, a central courtyard with trees, and a clear sky.

13. The Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series

3.7 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Peter

SAR 376

SAR 414 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a brick wall on one side, and a concrete edge.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a staircase.

14. Veriu Queen Victoria Market

Melbourne Central Business District, 5.1 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Richard

SAR 479

SAR 527 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A sports bar with multiple viewing screens displaying a soccer match, tables numbered for seating, and a large window with a view of the field.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a reception desk, and a sign indicating the accommodation section.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a shower area with glass doors, a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a trash bin, and a sign advertising hotel offers.

15. Nightcap at Ashley Hotel

4 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Fiti

SAR 270

SAR 297 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room, featuring large windows with a city view.

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline in the background, and a modern building with a unique roof structure.

A modern apartment with a staircase, a living area with a sofa and coffee table, and large windows offering a city view.

A spacious living room with a city view, a dining area, and a large window.

16. Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

Yarra Riverfront, 4.9 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Nicholas

SAR 1,388

SAR 1,819 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a balcony with a city view, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, and a bed.

A modern lounge area with wooden chairs, a round table, and a black chair. Shelves with decorative items and a stone wall are in the background.

17. Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

Docklands, 4.2 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Marissa

SAR 363

SAR 402 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with a Ferris wheel and a parking area.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a living space, and a large window offering a view.

A modern high-rise building with multiple balconies and a ground-level entrance labeled "QUEST."

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a desk.

18. Quest NewQuay

Docklands, 4.4 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Bruno

SAR 400

SAR 440 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, modern architecture, and a wooden deck with seating.

A dining table set with candles, glassware, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern building with a curved facade and multiple balconies.

A hotel room with a large window, two orange chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

19. Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands

Docklands, 4.3 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Pramod

SAR 615

SAR 676 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a reflective glass facade, a rooftop pool with blue tiles, and sun loungers along the poolside.

A modern outdoor seating area with glass walls, a sofa, and two armchairs.

A modern bar area with a marble counter, bar stools, and seating.

A modern restaurant interior with a long counter, booths, and tables.

20. Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Docklands, 4.3 km from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

CARLO EDWARD BELLO

SAR 445

SAR 489 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds	9.4 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
Quest Maribyrnong	9.2 Wonderful 364 reviews	View
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social	9.0 Wonderful 225 reviews	View
Plough Hotel	8.2 Very good 339 reviews	View
Liberty One	8.0 Very good 354 reviews	View

Top Royal Melbourne Showgrounds Hotel Reviews

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

8/10 Good

"The staff are nice and helpful. The room is clean and the toiletries are well-stocked. Location is perfect for exploring the city."

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

8/10 Good

"Good staff, location."

Park Squire Motor Inn and Serviced Apartments

8/10 Good

"Great location with easy access to City via trams and close to other activities/attractions eg golf and Zoo"

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Overall excellent experience, thank you! Would stay here again."

The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer service. Lovely place to stay"

Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites

8/10 Good

"Pleasant staff, clean amenities. Does need an update/refresh. Unfortunately the hot water didn’t work for me at 7am in the morning. But would stay at again if in the area. It only cost $140 for the night 1A2C so I’m not complaining as I’ve stayed at similar places with better reviews for more than this place."

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"The food was neutral."

Liberty One

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect except for the Wi-Fi"

Other attractions near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Flemington Racecourse

8.8/10 (495 reviews)

You can take time to visit Flemington Racecourse during your travels to Melbourne. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Victoria Pavilion

Learn about the events happening at Victoria Pavilion during your trip to Melbourne. Discover the area's festivals and shops.

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Ascot Vale Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Ascot Vale Leisure Centre during your stay in Melbourne.

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Australian Racing Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Australian Racing Museum during your travels in Melbourne. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Frog's Hollow Wetlands

Explore the great outdoors at Frog's Hollow Wetlands, a lovely green space in Melbourne. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Footscray Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Footscray Market during your trip to Melbourne. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Highpoint Shopping Centre

8.0/10 (1 review)

During your trip to Melbourne, you can do some window-shopping at Highpoint Shopping Centre. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Footscray Community Arts Centre

Enjoy an outing to Footscray Community Arts Centre during your stay in Melbourne. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Royal Melbourne Showgrounds?

Royal Melbourne Showgrounds is located in a vibrant area of Melbourne known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 42 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Royal Melbourne Showgrounds?

Quest Flemington Central is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and private balconies. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds. Other good options within a few miles include Liberty One and Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne.

How many hotels are there near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds?

Expedia has 42 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Royal Melbourne Showgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds?

Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne Museum, and Immigration Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Melbourne Central, Queen Victoria Market, and Melbourne Cricket Ground are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Comedy Theatre, Her Majesty's Theatre, and Athenaeum if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Royal Melbourne Showgrounds?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including Newmarket Station, Showgrounds Station, and Flemington Racecourse Station. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Royal Melbourne Showgrounds hotels

1. The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds

2. Quest Maribyrnong

3. Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social

4. Plough Hotel

5. Liberty One

6. Footscray Motor Inn

7. Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites

8. ReadySet Apartments on Altona

9. A Cozy Apt Near to Flemington Races, Free Parking

10. Quest Flemington Central

11. Quest Moonee Valley

12. The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

13. The Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series

14. Veriu Queen Victoria Market

15. Nightcap at Ashley Hotel

16. Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

17. Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

18. Quest NewQuay

19. Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands

20. Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Compare popular hotels close to Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Top Royal Melbourne Showgrounds Hotel Reviews

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Park Squire Motor Inn and Serviced Apartments

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds

Oaks Melbourne Flemington Suites

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

Liberty One

Other attractions near Royal Melbourne Showgrounds

Flemington Racecourse

Victoria Pavilion

Ascot Vale Leisure Centre

Australian Racing Museum

Frog's Hollow Wetlands

Footscray Market

Highpoint Shopping Centre

Footscray Community Arts Centre

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