fronting the hume highway at the end of a residential street, this straightforward hotel is 1 km from upfield train station and 14 km from melbourne airport. the simple, modern rooms offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minibars, tea and coffeemaking equipment, and private entrances with outdoor seating. there's a lively sports bar with pool tables, tab betting and regular poker nights, plus a liquor store. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. parking is complimentary. room service is available Melbourne Airport 14 min
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