Mantra on Russell, nestled in the heart of the vibrant CBD, offers flexible and fun accommodations in Melbourne city. Our centrally located hotel ensures easy access to iconic attractions like Federation Square and Bourke Street Mall, with other attractions available to book at our onsite tour desk. We welcome guest to enjoy modern facilities onsite including a well-equipped fitness center, relaxing sauna and restaurant Home Kitchen & Bar, serving up delicious breakfast. Be yourself in your contemporary room or apartment offering sleek furnishings and quality amenities. Have a go at Australia’s dynamic big city and rest assured that when you stay at Mantra on Russell, we’ve got you sorted.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Mantra
Hotel chain/brand
Mantra

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Melbourne, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

Breakfast Info

Gluten-free, Buffet

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joanna
    Australia Australia
    The room was very comfortable and clean. I liked that the bathroom had a bathtub. I don't have one at my house, so it was nice to unwind after a night out and before work the next day. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, and I was able to...
  • Jodie
    Australia Australia
    Love the hotel having stayed there before. Service was great. When they found out it was my birthday they asked if I liked wine or fruit and I said chocolate as I can't have wine and no fruit which was nice even though fruit was brought to my room...
  • Rhodi3
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Nice and central to the city near central shopping district and right by Chinatown with excellent eating restaurants and bars meters away. Rooms were comfortable and warm. Beds were acceptable but we slept ok.

Host Info

Company review score: 8.7Based on 153,418 reviews from 113 properties
113 managed properties

Property info

At Mantra we say there is ‘room for everyone’. But which room is yours? Find your Mantra. It could be under a rainforest canopy, overlooking a beach or in the middle of a city. Find your passion. If you have the heart of an explorer we have the place to make it sing. Find what’s important. The human touch, the welcoming smile, the forethought. Find what’s around the corner. All Mantra Hotels Resorts and Apartments have exceptional locations, offering convenience as well as unique perspectives on your destination. Find a fun way to work. Many Mantra properties offer extensive conference solutions across Australia and New Zealand. Our Sydney conference venues, Melbourne conference venues and Brisbane conference venues are all close to their respective CBDs, while our Gold Coast conference venues and a venue at Lorne on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road, offer delegates the chance to combine business with more relaxing activities. Find your wedding venue, your next family holiday, or your romantic getaway. There are Mantras throughout Australia, New Zealand and Bali each with their own unique identity, ready for you to discover. Find your smile. Find your bearings. Find yourself. At Mantra.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Home Kitchen & Bar
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Mantra on Russell
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 45 per day.
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Fax
  • Telephone
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Room service
  • Minibar
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Services & Extras
  • Wake-up service
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Outdoor & View
  • View
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Mantra on Russell takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$67. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBEftposCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.

Please note that guests must sign the properties Terms of Stay. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Please note that secure parking is available next door to the property and offers direct access to the hotel.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Mantra on Russell

  • Check-in at Mantra on Russell is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Mantra on Russell (subject to availability) that have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Mantra on Russell on this page.

  • Yes, Mantra on Russell is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Mantra on Russell offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Steam room
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa facilities
    • Fitness
  • Mantra on Russell has 1 restaurant:

    • Home Kitchen & Bar
  • The prices at Mantra on Russell may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Mantra on Russell can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Mantra on Russell on this page.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Mantra on Russell (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 3 guests
    • 5 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Mantra on Russell is 1,650 feet from the center of Melbourne. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.