I really liked the location of this hotel, very close to transport and great restaurants. It's very clean and tidy, fantastic reception staff and the one bedroom apartment we stayed in, was very spacious and comfortable. I was not impressed with the buffet breakfast AT ALL! For $26 per person, it was terrible. I had the last scraping of Bircher... More

We stayed in a one bdrm apt....was okay. Was very centrally located. I could walk everywhere. The staff was very accommodating, breakfast was okay. Was a bit out dated and could use an update. The front desk was very helpful on where to eat, withing walking distance. They provided me with maps to walk to go shopping as my husband... More

I would Just like to thank Aaron and the staff for a great short stay for myself and my wife.It is thanks to staff like Aaron and Rachel that people like myself and my wife will return to the Mantra on Russell next time we are in Melbourne.I made a mistake when I booked on line and Aaron was quick... More

Very central property. 1 bedroom apartments are rather spacious. Staff are very friendly & nothing is too much trouble. Buffet breakfasts are of good value. Check out the evening Dinner specials too. They are reasonably priced as well. China Town is right there on the door step. Whilst so close, try a Thai Massage @ Sence 5 riight next door... More

We stayed at this hotel last weekend with my parents and we had a great stay. We had a 2 bedroom appartment which was very clean and spacious.We had a balcony with a lovely city view. The only downside was that there was only 1 bathroom, whci can ne challanging with 4 adults to share. However there was a scond... More

Stayed for two nights on a recent trip with my wife and son. This is our second visit to Mantra on Russel in the past 12 months and we will definitely stay again: [+] Staff very helpful [+] Rooms very well fitted out and modern [+] Awesome location! If you like Thai food make sure you pop in to Chilli... More

My Mum and I stayed at the Mantra on Russell recently in a one bedroom apartment. Check-in staff were very friendly and helpful on the numerous occasions we had questions. The apartment was well appointed and clean. Didn't use the kitchen much - toast and tea - but was handy to have. Good sized bathroom for our needs. Loved the... More

Recent stay at Mantra on Russell was perfect. The room was large and clean as was the whole property. The price we payed was excellent for the quality and the location was perfect for us right in the middle of china town.. The gym and pool area was great the staff fantastic and friendly, the rooms were very well noise... More

I stay in Melbourne two nights each week on business. This hotel meets my requirements perfectly - easy access, plentiful parking on site, fully self contained units with balconies, an excellent gym pool and sauna, a good restaurant and bar and, most importantly, helpful and respectful staff. The tariff is reasonable and the location in the centre of the CBD... More