- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Baggage storage
- Heating
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Royal Derby Hotel in Fitzroy offers adults-only hostel accommodations with free WiFi, a terrace, restaurant, and bar. The property features parquet floors, shared bathrooms, and an outdoor seating area. Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves Australian cuisine with gluten-free options. Dinner is available in a welcoming ambiance, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for all guests. Convenient Location: Located 6.8 mi from Essendon Fields Airport, the hotel is a 17-minute walk from Melbourne Museum. Nearby attractions include Princess Theater (1.2 mi), Melbourne Central Station (1.9 mi), and Melbourne Zoo (1.9 mi). Local Activities: Guests can enjoy boating, kayaking, or canoeing in the surrounding area. The hotel offers a convenient location, excellent value for money, and a welcoming bar.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Bar
- Baggage storage

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- David
Ireland
“An affordable and decent sized room over a bar in a great location at the top of Fitzroy. Tram just outside the bar to bring you to the CBD. Plenty of bathrooms, a laundry service, and okay kitchen.” - Steven
United States
“I used to gig at this hotel so it was fun to stay upstairs. Bit of a weird experience, never met anyone, codes for gate and doors, shower across the hall.” - Asami
Japan
“The room was clean and comfortable. It was nice to stay there. Location was good for me!!! There are many cafes in Fitzroy. We can take a bus or tram near here.” - Hayden
Australia
“Everything the ad said it would be. Very easy check-in and access. Facilities were clean and maintained and the room was surprisingly warm and comfortable.” - Edwin
Indonesia
“They had shower gel, shampoo, and a towel. Ear plugs were provided. They had a fan and a heater in my room.” - Paul
New Zealand
“Simple clean and tidy. Great position next to tramline and buses Coffee .food shops on doorstep.” - Finn
Australia
“Really great value for money for such an amazing location Communal bathrooms were clean and well maintained Self check in process was very easy” - Finn
Australia
“Incredible location, clean place, very organised and easy to get into” - Sanchez
Australia
“The room was clean, and the key access worked perfectly. Despite its location, the room was surprisingly quiet, which made for a pleasant stay. While the room was simple, it was more than adequate for a one-night stay and offered great value for...” - Neil
Australia
“The evening meal was v good; I needed GF food and it was there and delicious. Plenty facilities in the the boardinghouse.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineAustralian
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsGluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Royal Derby Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.