Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
2011 Best Airport
REGION: SOUTH PACIFIC
Runner-Up
Traveller Comments....
"It is pretty strange when the facilities for the no-traveler are better than those for the traveler" - Dugonggary
"Night staff themselves weren't noisy, but they obviously loved RnB, which blared very very loudly (possibly for morale?) in every nook and cranny. Impossible to get to sleep to loud bass and cold temperatures." - ecappuccino
"They make almost continuous "This is a very special announcement for guest XXXX ... " calls that come so frequently and with such appalling sound quality that nobody ever seems to heed them" - python
"it was probably better than some hostels that I stayed at." - Annet)
Recent Review
by Sunflower_dancer
Appears designed with sldepover traveller in mind. Krispy kreme seating area in virgin blue terminal 3 ftw.
This aiport sleeping quality plus cheap tiger airfares make a melbourne shopping excursion affordable.
Great food including maccas 24 hour and nandos for earlier dining at non airport prices provide good snack options. Airport staff absolutely ignore sleepers in the virgin blue terminal. Unlike many airports, food, shops and good seating is available outside security... You can make a weekend of this airport!
Already planning my next stay. Frankly better than a hostel. Very clean. While there is constant noise, it all blends into a kind of white noise with a music background. I found it very easy to sleep here.
Beware, for next couple weeks, virgin lounge is being redone and they are not accepting one day paid passes. Have not yet located the reported showers. Can anyone help with that?
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Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Guide
It really warms my heart and makes me happy when I visit an airport's web site and it says on its facilities page "Whether you're planning a night at the Airport before your flight...." In other words, you are welcome to sleep in our airport. Thumb's Up Melbourne!!!
Airport Lounges
- United Red Carpet Club Lounge - Location: International Terminal 2, Satellite area, Level 1 Rate: US$ 35-50 for a day pass
- Virgin Blue Lounge - Location: Terminal 3, landside
Airport WiFi / Internet
- Wireless internet access is available at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport for a fee. Connect to the "MELBOURNE AIRPORT" network.
- Internet kiosks are also available at 4 locations. Locations: Airside, Terminal 2 (International) - First Floor, Departures. Airside, Terminal 3 (Domestic - Virgin Blue & Rex) - Ground Floor.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Melbourne Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport....
- Hilton Melbourne International Airport - connected to the domestic and international terminals via covered walkways
- Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport - 400m walk from the domestic and international terminals
- Hotel Formule 1 - 5 minute walk from the airport
More Services, Facilities and Things to Do at the Airport
- Food
Landside: Subway (open 24 hours), Hudson's Coffee (open 24 hours), Villa & Hut (open 24 hours), McDonald's (open 24 hours) and more
Airside: The Fly Bar, High Tide Express and more - Showers
Location: Landside, Terminal 2, Departure Level (Qantas Link), near Nando's. Towels and shower kits can be purchased from Virgin Books & News. - Luggage Storage / Lockers
Location: Terminal 2 Arrivals. Hours: 5am - 1230am - Car Rentals
Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Thrifty, Redspot. Location: Domestic Terminal - Melbourne Airport Golf Club
An 18-hole golf course where the feature hole is the 16th, a green that places players less than 60 metres below the flight path (which includes 747s). Location: 25 minutes from the airport and adjacent to the North/South runways. Rate: AUD $22-24
Airport Hours
open 24 hours
Terminal Quick Tips
- Head to the Virgin Blue Terminal (terminal 3)
- leather loungers
- shower in bathrooms downstairs near the baggage carousels (but hot water may not work)
- international terminal is open all night
Melbourne Travel Sites
- Melbourne Hotel Deals - compare rates, check availability and read reviews
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Last Updated: 06 Nov 2010 | Sources: Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
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