NAUGHTONS HOTEL, Melbourne

Naughtons Hotel - A refurbished 150-year-old pub with locally sourced dining and tram access

Naughtons Hotel occupies a refurbished 150-year-old building in Parkville, a leafy suburb near Melbourne University. The 4-star property offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen HD TVs, work desks, refrigerators, and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can dine at the onsite pub, which serves ethically sourced produce, including beef from Cherry Tree Downs and fresh pasta made in-house. The private Back Bar features a wood-burning heater and accommodates up to 100 guests. The number 19 tram stops directly outside, providing access to Melbourne CBD in under 10 minutes. Nearby attractions include Melbourne Zoo (12-minute walk), Queen Victoria Market, and Lygon Street's cafes. Naughtons Hotel also provides event spaces, including a private room with a projector for meetings.

Pros

The hotel is a 3-minute walk from the University of Melbourne and 12 minutes from Melbourne Zoo.

Rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities.

The pub serves locally sourced produce, with dishes prepared in a Josper oven.

Tram access to Melbourne CBD is available directly outside the hotel.

Cons

Limited on-site parking; guests must use nearby street parking or Royal Parade Car Park.

Reception operates on limited hours (Monday 10 AM-6 PM, Tuesday-Sunday 10 AM-10 PM).