Name: City East Motel
Address: 181 Langridge Street, Abbotsford, 14, Melbourne, 3067, AU

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2026

Marc

The motel is what it is. It is an affordable option in a good location on the edge of the city. The room showed wear and tear, it isn't pretty, it is basic, there is road and train noise at night BUT if you're wanting an affordable stay very close to the city and don't intend to spend much time in your room during the day and the above issues don't matter to you then this place is fine for a couple of nights. The man at the front desk was friendly and I appreciated him staying behind to allow me to check-in after I called him to tell him my train from Canberra into Melbourne was running late but I was still on my way to check-in.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2026

Paul

Lovely comfortable bed
Room has everything you nred
Location is great

Self

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2025

Rita

Very old and worn looking. The bed and bathroom were clean. The couch had a towel over it as the cushions were old and worn. Inexpensive and clean, but overall disappointed and would not stay there again if I returned to Melbourne.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jul 2025

Arnold

Exactly what I expected. Close to Laird bar. Nothing special

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Apr 2025

Renee

Well located

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jan 2025

Michael

Convenient location and free parking, close to the city. A lot of noise from neighbouring rooms at all hours and room needed to be aired for quite a while when we first entered.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Dec 2024

Scott

I had 4 nights at the motel and it was perfect for my needs and exactly what I expected. It is a great location in terms of being able to walk to Abbotsford, Richmond, Collingwood or Fitzroy pubs. The bed was good and the bathroom was fine. Not a place I'd bring my wife but perfect for a bloke having a few nights in town.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

08 Jul 2024

Mark

Last visit ever.

Well. Where to start. I have stayed at this location for a number of years and watched it decline with each visit. What started as a good value for money convenient location has turned into a grotty venue that you want to clean first before using. Air con hasn’t worked the last two times I stayed. I went and bought an air freshener for the room as it smelt of cigarettes and dirty bathroom. It now looks like they have half way house residents and on this my final stay here had a domestic violence incident with someone ramming the front door with a shopping trolley to get in. This place needs to be closed for a good clean and refurb. In a great location but vile condition.

Self

4/10

Poor

26 May 2024

Matt

I looked for a cheap motel in a decent location but it could have been cheaper. The room was awful. Burn hole in the duvet, old, worn out, quite dirty bathroom. Unfriendly staff. Blue paint on the ceiling, a domestic incident on stairwell in middle of night. Didn’t feel safe.
No cleaning during the stay- shouldn’t it be an expectation that towels are changed and basic cleaning done daily? Maybe not for the price.
I wouldn’t advise anyone to stay here.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

06 May 2024

Jarrod

The property is conveniently located just off Hoddle St. I was provided early check in which was great. The bed was comfort and made well. Good stuff stops there for this 3 Star accomodation.
The room had a terrible smell which made me ill. The bathroom was in poor condition and the shower appeared particularly dirty.
The paint job in the room made it seem much worse than it perhaps truly is.
The live band played till midnight Saturday - pack your ear plugs if you’re not joining the fun!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2024

Laurel

Despite this property showing its age, and it would appear in the process of upgrading it was clean and tidy. If you are just after a room for a couple nights fits the bill. The hotel on the corner great for a quick meal and mcds just around corner good for quick coffee

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2024

Charles

Good value and location

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2024

Laurence

Closest hotel to Collingwood Town Hall where the tango festival is held

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

21 Feb 2024

Chad

Decent room and nicely clean.

8/10

Excellent

20 Jan 2024

Laura

Very convenient, a bit tired but the showers was hot with excellent pressure, the beds were comfy and we didn't find it particularly noisy.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Nov 2023

Marlee

Was a great location for our needs

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

25 Nov 2023

Jacobus

Stated that you have breakfast included , but when asked they offered dry bread slices and milk. Pillows is so hard to sleep on and the overall cleanliness is bad. Although not that expensive not going back again.

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

23 Nov 2023

Brittany

Dirty towels with brown stains when we arrived, mildew in bathroom and thick dust on closet

6/10

Pleasant

28 Oct 2023

Alexander

Clean and tidy. Big downside is the hotel next door. Very noisy (I'm guessing only on Friday and Saturday nights).

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2023

James

Very convenient location. Happy with this accommodation.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2023

Shane

It was convenient and easy to deal with

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

17 Oct 2023

Lorraine

It would be good value except. Room was dirty, furniture was broken and even the couch had a blanket placed over a worn out dirty couch.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

04 Oct 2023

Emma

The doona cover and carpet were covered in cigarette burns. The room stank of cigarette smoke. The crockery was caked with yellow gunge. I've been unwell since my day. The place desperately needs an overhaul.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2023

Suzie

Very accomodating basic accomodation clean and easy check in.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Sep 2023

Les

- Liked for it's convenience...
- Disliked because I ordered the Spa Room with intensions of using the spa... but found the bath plug was completely the wrong size to keep the water in, therefore could not fill the tub to use the spa... I paid extra for this luxury, but could not use it... I did go to reception to let them know & was told sorry that's the only plug! Pretty poor response, with no offer to rectify or even partially refund, considering I didn't get what I paid for... Also I suggested a hand rail be installed on the wall next to the spa as getting in & out is an accident waiting to happen, as well as a shower curtain to stop the water from going all over the bathroom floor (which in turn makes getting out of the tub, even more slippery & dangerous)... then to top it off there was absolutely no hot water on the Sunday morning before check out!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2023

Bede

Reception was friendly and offered to store my luggage as I had arrived early. The room was clean and all facilities worked. I had an excellent night's rest. This hotel represents fantastic value for money and I would certainly stay there again. Just one minor suggestion: Perhaps put a couple of long-life milk tubs in the refrigerator for making tea?

Self

2/10

Poor

15 Sep 2023

Baylie

Do not stay here. My room was absolutely filthy, covered in mould and has cockroaches. Place should be closed down.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2023

Denise

Good location. Budget friendly

Clean & very comfortable. Very helpful staff. Good location & budget friendly

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

10 Sep 2023

Fiona

room was to closed in

Business Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Sep 2023

James

Great for a cheap room with a bed and bathroom as long as you’re not a clean freak!

6/10

Pleasant

04 Sep 2023

gilber

the showers were very dirty and neeses a dood clean the air condioner needs cleaning

Business Partner

2/10

Poor

03 Sep 2023

Brett

Property was dirty, carpet stains, had hair all over the bed, smelled of smoke and still had the last guests soaps in the bathroom. There were cigarette burns on the sheets and blankets.
Told the reception and they couldn't care less. The guy didn't even get up from his seat to take my key.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

27 Aug 2023

Justin

Absolutely horrible experience here. Room stunk of cigarette smoke which ruined our night. Bed linen and pillows stunk. Reporting this to reception to see if we could change rooms could not have been met with less interest.

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2023

Leah

Location and parking is great. The spa room doesnt have a spa just a typical household bath. There is no breakfast as stated in the add. The bed was uncomfortable and needs replacing as do the pillows. Minimal bedding and towels provided along with very minimal bathroom products. Including the handsoap that was nearly empty. Location was worth the stay.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2023

Yvonne

Good Value

Older style motel, but priced down accordingly, so no issues there. Free parking and a very comfortable bed made up for that too. The only issue was that there was no milk provided for the coffee/tea. So i recommend this place, also owing to the handy location, but caution you to bring your own milk.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 Aug 2023

Keith

Good clean accomodation and handy to the area attractions. Also secure parking. The lack of pleasing facilities in the room meant that it was only suitable for sleeping and not conducive to kicking back and relaxing prior to going out.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2023

Sinead

Free and easy parking. Good sized rooms. Not very clean and slightly outdated

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

30 Jul 2023

Muhammad Zeeshan

Very good stay close to CBD and it was economical and hassle free.

Business_and_leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jul 2023

Stephen

.

6/10

Pleasant

29 May 2023

Nick

Inexpensive but clean and comfortable enough

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

10 May 2023

Richard

Room ok but old fashioned
No towel rack in bathroom
Even though says continental breakfast none supplied

Business Self

4/10

Poor

04 May 2023

Leslie

Room was clean and comfortable.
The building is looking tied and a bit run down.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Apr 2023

Verified traveler

Definitely a budget stay. Would not stay again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2023

Christian

Value for money, clean

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2023

Laurence

It was the closest hotel to the annual Melbourne tango festival

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

12 Mar 2023

Claudia

Needs a total revamp room conditio was bad Dirty around the entrance insde steps and walls filthy in the stair well

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Mar 2023

Adrian

Great location, minutes drive from the CBD. Very clean. Excellent security. Friendly, efficient staff.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

03 Mar 2023

Mikaela

For a smoke free hotel, our room absolutely stunk of cigarette smoke. The room was nothing like the pictures. Very uncomfortable stay and very disappointed.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

27 Feb 2023

Martin

Positives:
The location was great for where we wanted to go.
Free parking although there wasn't any information as to access etc.
air conditioner worked well.
Bathroom looked clean.
towels were clean and large (although a bit threadbare)
down side:
stained carpet and side of bed/ couch,
the window faces into the internal atrium and doesn't completely block light and if people come in during the night the external light comes on.
no sink so apart from bathroom basin
bench looked pretty basic
not really sure why there was an electrical conduit going down the corner of the shower through the base!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Feb 2023

John

Thankyou all ok

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Feb 2023

Kishore

Safe and clean

Business_and_leisure Family

4/10

Poor

12 Feb 2023

Monica

The spa

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2023

Trevor

This is a budget hotel, but we needed a hotel near Epworth Hospital. It offered everything we needed: Great location, public transport close by, secure undercover parking, and a nice clean room ... all for a great price!

Business Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Feb 2023

Jennie

Clean, handy location and surprisingly comfortable for an older motel.

Business Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2023

Adrian

Shower was dirty and mouldy

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2023

Bryan

A great spot staff brilliant very helpful

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2022

Andrew

Clean and quirky

Had a very large size family room with a king bed, deep spa, free basic breakfast and free on-site parking, all for $140. Good location and friendly service. If you don’t expect a 5-star experience, this is a great value place to stay, especially if you require parking.

Partner

4/10

Poor

12 Dec 2022

Alexandra

The walls, ceilings and floors are so thin you can hear everything going on in adjoining rooms. The bathroom was not clean.

Business Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Dec 2022

Leonie

Staff were very friendly and helpful and property was clean and functional however had to ask for new toilet roll when it would have been nice to have a spare in the vanity unit. Minor issue, overall a great place to stay if you're on a budget.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2022

John

Great value for money
Had a good nights sleep
I checked in at 11.00pm and Reception met me even though they close at 8.00pm

Business_and_leisure Self

2/10

Poor

30 Nov 2022

Melissa

I did not like anything. It was the worst motel I've ever stayed in. Mould in shower and toilet seats really need to be replaced

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

07 Nov 2022

Les

Convenient for my needs

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Oct 2022

David

It was surprisingly quiet inside the room being not very far from the very busy Hoddle street. The shower was a good steady temperature and good pressure. The bed was firm but not to the point of being uncomfortable. The curtains did a good job of keeping out the early morning sunlight. Free & secure onsite parking a real bonus.

The stairs were an issue for a 62 year old with 2 dodgy knees and a heavy suitcase. Similar issue getting into the spa bath to take a shower. Extra pillows would be good as would some long life milk in the fridge to make a coffee, everything else was there.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Oct 2022

Hie Meng

The common area has the industrial looks. The bathroom not new but the location ia superb and clean.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2022

Victoria

Great value, friendly staff, great restaurants near.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2022

Ralph

Conveniently located for transport, everyday shopping and interesting walks about inner suburban Melbourne. In-house parking much appreciated in this area.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Oct 2022

Stacey

More towels beds an toilet paper for a family of 4 would of been great! Only had 2 beds 2 towels an half a toilet roll!

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

29 Sep 2022

Holly

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Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2022

Jason

Affordable place close to the city. Got a friendly greeting upon check in. The hot water in the shower heats up really quickly. Parking is available. This is a nice place to stay that is still close to the CBD to venture into. Amenities are basic but everything was clean.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Sep 2022

Toni

Very conveniently located close to the CBD.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

20 Sep 2022

Rachel

This property was dirty, there were bugs in the room, bedhead was not stable

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2022

maree

bed was comfy was noisy and didnt like area

2/10

Poor

18 Sep 2022

Verified traveler

worse accomodation in CBD

very uncomfortable and smelly enviornment, smooking ouder, very low quilty furneture and noisy

Business

8/10

Excellent

11 Sep 2022

John

Good basic accomodation

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Sep 2022

Larissa

Great, helpful staff. Could be cleaner but great for short stays near lots of restaurants.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Aug 2022

Trevor

ok

Business Self

2/10

Poor

28 Aug 2022

Craig

i booked and then read the reviews, DO NOT BOOK.
was left with a dirty room and CONDOMS left in the bin, when i asked for cleaning the staff rang the police (this was at 12am when returning from a conference. RANG WOTIF and was offered a $50 Voucher and no refund,

DO NOT BOOK PLEASE< ITS NOT SAFE THERE

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2022

Graham

Well priced hotel relatively close to the city and facilities

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

02 Aug 2022

John

convenient, cheap, free parking

Business Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2022

Jenny

Positives - on site parking, great water pressure in shower, bed ok, tea/coffee supplied. Microwave and toaster supplied.
Needs improvement - Room is very stuffy and stale as there is no air flow as the window does not open, towels are small and have an odour, only one pillow per person and they are flat, 2 flights of stairs to climb if you are on top floor (not good if you are elderly, unfit or have mobility issues), no uht milk supplied for tea/coffee. The sensor lights are bright and shine in your room every time someone walks past your room (need block out curtains that cover the window completely)

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

20 Jun 2022

DIMITRIOS

Centrally located

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jun 2022

Cass

I chose here because it was cheap, had free parking, was next to public transport, and in walking distance to great nightlife. I’m used to staying in cheap hotels and I’m not too fussy on how the room looks - however you can hear EVERYTHING that happens in the hallway. Felt very unsafe around 1pm where we heard a physical fight take place and the police arrive to issue a report. We had to turn off the lights in our room and stay perfectly silent to insure our safety… Hearing someone’s head get smashed in rules out a good night’s sleep for sure. Reading other google reviews after the stay mentioned the violence inside the building on multiple other occasions too. Perhaps more thorough security measures need to be taken into account at check in.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2022

Cheryl

Unfortunately i had to walk upstairs, but the gentleman on reception was extremely helpful

Business Self

4/10

Poor

09 Jun 2022

Shane

room stank and had a used needle on cupboard

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2022

Robyn

Central location. Very close to public transport. Secure free undercover parking. Good room size. Comfortable bed. Walking distance to MCG. Very good room rate.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2022

Mark

For the price, it was exactly what I was after. A place to lay our head for the night that was clean, convenient, and had a parking space in a locked garage. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2022

Paul

Property is basic and dated, however very clean and bed is large and comfortable with crisp, clean white linen. Excellent location and value for money.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 May 2022

glen

close to cbd. rooms abit tired looking. noisy guests staying there

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 Apr 2022

Jaymi

People were friendly, facilities were re a sonable for the cost

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2022

Joshua

Great affordable place to stay. The free parking is really handy in the city. Would stay again.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 Apr 2022

Luke

Good value for money, close to the train station and food options.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2022

Nicholas

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Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2022

Holger

LOud music being played at the adjacent pub

8/10

Excellent

28 Mar 2022

Simon

Property is in very convenient location with easy parking. Room was clean and noise levels low.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

21 Mar 2022

Samuel

Assume blood smear on bathroom wall and other unidentifed marks over bathroom walls. 'Continental Breakfast' included warm fruit box warm uht milk box, childs helping of fruit loops and 2 pieces of stale bread.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Mar 2022

Sue

No outside facing windows, very stuffy in rooms.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

17 Feb 2022

Sally

Undercover parking was a good start to our stay. The receptionist was friendly and helpful and welcoming.
The foyer, which all the lower level rooms lead off, is pleasantly furnished with plants and a water feature, a giant skylight covers all.
The room was clean and tidy, the linen unstained and freshly laundered with a modern quilt cover.
The bathroom was also clean and neat. There was a toaster, kettle and microwave oven available, also an iron and ironing board.

Unfortunately, the building has a steep set of stairs from the road level to the first floor, which could be a problem if walking is difficult.

The pub next door was very noisy with what sounded like live music, but it ceased at 10pm and the area was very quiet after that.

Over all, I would recommend the hotel for an overnight stay - we were in from the sticks and had a plane to catch in the morning, and needed 2 beds.

Inexpensive and handy but due to my decreasing mobility I will not stay there again.

Business

8/10

Excellent

13 Feb 2022

Dylan

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Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2022

Kathy

Good friendly service. Great bed, good shower. Noisy floorboards and poor sound insulation berween rooms