Whether you have just missed a flight, need a corporate base near Essendon Fields, want a staycation in a peaceful suburb or are visiting family in Melbourne’s inner north-west, The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds is 15km from Tullamarine, 20 minutes by rideshare, offering a full apartment stay for your convenience.
Missed or Cancelled Flight? Here Is Where to Stay Near Melbourne
Airport Available Now, Only a Short Ride From the Airport
The Sebel is just 15km, approximately 20 minutes from Melbourne Airport by car. Contact the front desk directly on +61 3 8593 9678 or check availability now and your hotel style apartment will be confirmed and ready right when you arrive at The Sebel.
Deluxe Apartment Stay for Your Best Comfort
At The Sebel, you arrive to a full apartment with a separate bedroom and lounge to decompress in, an in-apartment washing machine and dryer so you have fresh clothes before your rescheduled departure the next morning. After a long and disrupted travel day, a proper meal is often the first thing needed. Saros Bar and Dining is right on the ground floor of The Sebel, serving European and Mediterranean-inspired tapas, a full cocktail bar and an international wine list, with happy hour running Monday to Saturday from 3pm to 6pm. The best cafes in Moonee Ponds and top restaurants in Moonee Ponds are also within easy reach for a neighbourhood worth landing in after a difficult day.
From the terminal to a full apartment in 20 minutes. Book your room now.
In Melbourne for Work? A Practical Corporate Base Near Melbourne Airport
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Hotel Apartment-Style Accommodation for Business Professionals
Every service apartment at The Sebel is designed with the working professional in mind, with dedicated workspaces, high-speed WiFi, a separate lounge for client calls and video conferences, a full kitchen, and secure on-site parking for guests driving between locations. Flexible check-in and check-out options are available to accommodate business schedules.
Comprehensive Business Facilities
At the heart of The Sebel’s business offering is Saros Bar and Dining, a sophisticated setting for business dining and corporate networking on the ground floor of the property. The state-of-the-art fitness centre helps you maintain your wellness routine while travelling.
Strategic Location Near Melbourne Airport and Essendon Fields
The Sebel is 10 minutes from Essendon Fields, 20 minutes from Melbourne Airport and 15 minutes from the Melbourne CBD via CityLink, putting you within efficient reach of Melbourne’s key business districts without the noise and sterility of the Tullamarine precinct. The surrounding neighbourhood of Moonee Ponds offers a wide selection of restaurants and cafes within walking distance for client meetings and working lunches, alongside parks and open spaces that offer a genuine break between appointments.
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Extended Business Stay Planning and Corporate Rates
Competitive weekly and monthly corporate packages are available, with flexible booking arrangements and personalised concierge support throughout. See our business accommodation Melbourne page or contact the front desk directly.
An Ideal Location for a Weekend Staycation in Melbourne
Moonee Ponds: A Peaceful Suburb Worth Staying In
For Melbourne locals and interstate visitors who want a quieter alternative to city hotels, Moonee Ponds is the right answer. It is a residential suburb with a walkable high street, independent cafes, wine bars and some of Melbourne’s most well-regarded neighbourhood restaurants within minutes of The Sebel, positioned 15 minutes from the Melbourne CBD and close enough to the airport corridor to be a practical base for a short trip within the city.
What a Deluxed Apartment-Style Accommodation at The Sebel Includes
Every apartment at The Sebel comes with a separate bedroom and living area, a fully equipped kitchen with oven, stovetop, dishwasher, microwave and full-size fridge, an in-apartment washing machine and dryer, a dedicated workspace, a private balcony and secure on-site parking, giving you everything needed to settle in properly for a weekend away without the compromises of a standard hotel room.
Plan Your Staycation in Moonee Ponds
Saros Bar and Dining is on the ground floor for dinner and drinks, with the best cafes in Moonee Ponds, top restaurants in Moonee Ponds and the best bars in Moonee Ponds all within walking distance of the front door. If your stay coincides with a major event in Melbourne, our Melbourne major events guide covers what is on across the city and inner north-west. For a full in-day itinerary built around the neighbourhood, our guide to escaping Melbourne without flying covers the area in detail.
Visiting Family or Friends in Melbourne’s Inner North-West
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Less Travelling Time for You and More Together Time for the Family
Moonee Ponds sits at the centre of Melbourne’s inner north-west, with Essendon, Ascot Vale, Flemington, Brunswick and Footscray all within 10 to 15 minutes by car, making The Sebel the most practical accommodation option for travellers flying into Melbourne Airport to visit family or friends in these suburbs.
The Spacious Service Apartment-style Hotel for Families and Groups
The 2-bedroom apartment-style accommodation at The Sebel is the right configuration for families or groups visiting together, with a separate master bedroom with a king bed, a second bedroom with two singles, a private lounge and dining area, a full kitchen, in-apartment washing machine and dryer and a private balcony, giving every guest their own space while keeping the group together under one roof. Often comparable in cost to two separate hotel rooms, it provides significantly more space and independence for a visit that runs more than two nights.
Melbourne Zoo is 5km from The Sebel, Queens Park with its lake and playground is within easy walking distance, and our Flemington Racecourse guidecovers what is on if your visit coincides with a race day. For what is happening across Melbourne during your stay, see our Melbourne major events guide.
Getting From Melbourne Airport to The Sebel Moonee Ponds
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| Transport option | Journey time | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Rideshare or taxi | 20 to 25 minutes | Uber, DiDi and taxis from ground transport outside arrivals |
| Driving | 20 minutes | Tullamarine Freeway south toward Moonee Ponds. Secure on-site parking at The Sebel |
| Skybus then rideshare | 40 to 45 minutes | Skybus to Southern Cross Station, rideshare to The Sebel approximately 15 minutes from Southern Cross |
FAQ
The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds is 15km from Tullamarine, 20 minutes by car, offering a full apartment with a separate bedroom and living area, full kitchen, in-apartment laundry, secure parking and Saros Bar and Dining on the ground floor. It is the most practical option for business travellers, families, long stays and weekend staycations near Melbourne Airport.
15km from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine), approximately 20 minutes by car via the Tullamarine Freeway. Rideshare and taxis from arrivals take approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
Rideshare or taxi from the ground transport area outside arrivals takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Driving via the Tullamarine Freeway takes approximately 20 minutes, with secure on-site parking available. Skybus to Southern Cross Station then rideshare to The Sebel takes approximately 40 to 45 minutes in total.
Yes. Secure on-site parking is available throughout your stay. Additional charges apply.
Contact The Sebel directly on +61 3 8593 9678 or check availability here. The Sebel is 20 minutes from Tullamarine by rideshare and your apartment will be ready on arrival, with no flight noise, in-apartment laundry and Saros Bar and Dining on the ground floor.