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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel near Moonee Valley Racecourse?

The cheapest month to book a hotel near Moonee Valley Racecourse is July ($68). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay near Moonee Valley Racecourse is February ($156).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel near Moonee Valley Racecourse?

The cheapest day to stay near Moonee Valley Racecourse is Monday ($83). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $166.

Cheapest hotels near Moonee Valley Racecourse, Essendon

Discover affordable stays in Moonee Valley Racecourse that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Moonee Valley Racecourse can be found for as low as $77 per night. There is currently one property in Moonee Valley Racecourse that can be booked for this price. Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Moonee Valley Racecourse. Price data was last updated on 1 May 2025
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980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$77
Avg. per night

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980 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon, VIC, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$77
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Moonee Valley Racecourse

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About Moonee Valley Racecourse

Fancy a day at the races? Head down to Moonee Valley Racecourse, the home of Australia’s most prestigious horse racing event, the Ladbrokes Cox Plate Carnival. This event takes place in October every year, with feature races described as the “best two minutes in sport”. However, it isn’t the only reason to visit the historic racing club, which also hosts the Sunline Stakes in March, the JRA Cup in September and the Ian McEwen Trophy in August.

Considered Melbourne’s best racecourse for spectators, Moonee Valley Racecourse boasts a unique amphitheatre track that brings you close to the action. There are also events held throughout the year, including family days, conferences and memorial services.

Heading to the Cox Plate? Add a little extra to the racing action with a ladies’ luncheon, intimate evening with Cox Plate legends or breakfast at the exciting barrier draw. If you haven’t had enough racing action, head to Flemington Racecourse, home of the Melbourne Cup. More than 320 animal species can also be seen nearby at Melbourne Zoo.

Getting there

You can catch the train to Moonee Ponds Station, which is about a 10-minute walk away, or take the tram to Moonee Ponds Junction, about 200 metres away. There’s also a convenient taxi rank and free public parking if you want to drive.

Facts about staying in Moonee Valley Racecourse

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  • What are the best hotels near Moonee Valley Racecourse?

    1,081 reviews rated Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments with an average score of 8.4/10.

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    Swissotel Al Ghurair is rated 8.3 from 4,326 reviews and is close to Al Rigga Metro Station.

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  • How much is a cheap hotel near Moonee Valley Racecourse?

    Over the last 3 days, Moonee Valley Racecourse hotels have been found for as cheap as $21/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Moonee Valley Racecourse?

    There’s so much to see and do in Moonee Valley Racecourse, but we’ve found that the most popular landmarks are Sacred Mosque, Al Rigga Metro Station, and BurJuman Mall. You’ll want to stay in Mecca to visit Sacred Mosque, Dubai to visit Al Rigga Metro Station, and Dubai to visit BurJuman Mall.

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