By Ian Neubauer

Eight Hotels Australia has launched a new budget luxury hotel designed for business travellers, with room rates starting at $95 per night.

The Pensione Hotel Melbourne has 114 rooms, a bar, restaurant and roof sundeck. It recently underwent a multi-million refurbishment to fuse heritage features with contemporary design and modern amenities.

The Pensione Hotel was specifically designed for corporate travellers demanding style, comfort, hospitality technology and value for money and is centrally located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD.

Each room features mini-bar service, a 32-inch LCD television with cable coverage, a work desk, IDD telephones and hi-speed internet access. There are also specially designed guest rooms for travellers with disabilities.