What is Preston like?

Preston is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Preston Market and Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre as part of your Preston travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Preston?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Novotel Melbourne Preston is the highest ranked property in Preston. This hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other favourite options in the area include Bell Motel and Together Co-Living .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Preston area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Melbourne, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 27 Preston hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Preston, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Preston.

What are the top things to see and do in Preston?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Preston, consider Preston Market or Northland Shopping Centre, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre and Preston Library are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Shotkickers, Cactus Room and The Croxton Bandroom are just a few of the places to visit in and around Preston. Strettle Wetland and Tech Assault are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Melbourne.

How can I get around Preston and the greater Melbourne area?

Looking for a quick way to explore more of the city? Catch a ride on metro transit at Bell Station and Preston Station.

Top 10 Preston Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Preston hotels

Quest Preston

Preston

David

RM476 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Bell Motel

Preston

Bridie

RM313 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Novotel Melbourne Preston

Preston

Bianca

RM404 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Together Co-Living

Preston

Werner

RM262 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 15.8 km from Preston

Taylah

RM629 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 15.8 km from Preston

Suzanne

RM496 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hyde Melbourne Place

Melbourne Central Business District, 8.6 km from Preston

Kela

RM685 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 8.8 km from Preston

Nicole

RM646 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 8.8 km from Preston

Jacqueline

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

Le Méridien Melbourne

8.2 km from Preston

Fletcher

RM705 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 8.3 km from Preston

Louise

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 9.5 km from Preston

Bryan

RM811 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 16.1 km from Preston

Kerrianne

RM815 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jul - 29 Jul

The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 6.5 km from Preston

Patrick

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 11.4 km from Preston

Natalia

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

13.1 km from Preston

Olivia

RM477 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 8.6 km from Preston

Dean

RM959 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 11.8 km from Preston

Fitoon

RM395 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

View Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 11.8 km from Preston

Arkady

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jul - 18 Jul

Rydges Melbourne

8.3 km from Preston

LUCAS

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

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Where to stay in Preston

Find the best Preston areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Melbourne Central Business District

Explore the magnificent Southbank riverfront, experience the city’s cultural charms in the arts precinct and see a glimpse of colonial history in central Melbourne.

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A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a historic church.

Southbank

The Yarra River’s waterfront offers a diverse range of hotels, galleries, bars and a casino complex.

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A waterfront cityscape at dusk with illuminated high-rise buildings and a marina with yachts.

Docklands

A gorgeous harbour with waterfront dining and jaw-dropping city skyline views… this might sound more like another popular Australian city, but surprise – it’s Melbourne!

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A modern shopping mall with prominent stores like Chanel, Dior, and Clarins.

Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

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Sorrento

With a pretty bay on one side and rugged ocean on the other, this heritage seaside town is ideal for exploring the coast, seeing local art and spotting dolphins.

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Top Preston Hotel Reviews

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

8/10 Good

"Comfortable and amenable, great location too. My only complaint being a very slow to drain bathroom sink. They inspected it however the problem wasn’t rectified. Not exactly hygienic."