Imagine Marco (with baby)
How Baby-Friendly is Imagine Marco?
What makes it 81% Baby-Friendly: Cribs available on request (AU$20) and full-size fridge, oven and in-room laundry help bottle prep and clean-ups; elevators, balconies and babysitting support parents; confirm crib availability early.
Good match for:
- Independent Explorers: Fully equipped kitchen and balcony support a flexible, self-guided stay.
- Fitness Enthusiasts: Heated pool and 24/7 gym let you maintain your workout routine.
Things to keep in mind:
- Budget Travelers: No complimentary breakfast and additional fees for parking may raise overall costs.
What is so special about Imagine Marco for with baby?
- Self-contained apartments with kitchens and private balconies
- Heated outdoor infinity pool and 24/7 fitness center
- Free Wi-Fi, concierge, and luggage storage services
- Southbank base within walking distance to museums and riverfront
Transport & Nearby Access
Flinders Street Railway Station: 1.4 km (5 min drive)
Connects you to regional and suburban train lines.
Southern Cross Station: 1.6 km (6 min drive)
Major hub for V/Line and interstate services.
Essendon Airport: 23.8 km (26 min drive)
Domestic flights link you across Victoria.
Baby-Friendly Activities around Imagine Marco
Melbourne Skydeck: 610m (8 min walk)
Observation deck on the 88th floor with panoramic city views.
Tip: Visit before sunset for the best skyline photos.
National Gallery of Victoria: 700m (9 min walk)
Australia’s oldest and largest art museum with free permanent collection.
Tip: Enjoy free Friday night openings for live music and events.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 770m (10 min walk)
Underwater tunnels showcasing native and exotic marine life.
Tip: Buy tickets online to skip the queue.
Baby-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Imagine Marco:
Heated Outdoor Pool:
Enjoy laps or relax in the infinity pool with city views.
Fitness Center:
Access cardio machines and weights 24/7.
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
Free high-speed internet throughout the property.
Luggage Storage:
Store your bags free of charge before check-in or after check-out.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Private Parking:
On-site parking available for an additional daily fee.
Dry Cleaning:
Professional dry cleaning service at an extra charge.
On-site Laundry Service:
Laundry and ironing services for a fee.
Accessibility at Imagine Marco:
Public areas are step-free; elevator access to all floors.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Cook Your Own Meals: Use the fully equipped kitchen to prepare breakfast and save on dining costs.
- Sunrise by the River: Walk the Yarra River promenade at dawn for a peaceful city view.
Reviews of Imagine Marco
Hannah Jordan
Nice enough stay, pretty basic rooms but the view was nice. Service wise, the tattooed lady with the piercing at reception was super unwelcoming. Hardly looked away from her phone and only smiled when she was giggling with her colleagues.
Rasharna Blanco-burns
Amazing accomodation. All the receptionist are so beautiful and kind. Nothing but amazing customer service. The rooms are just as beautiful, clean and comfortable. There is a Woolworths across the road which is super convenient. Also the location of the accommodation is a bit further from the shops but other than that, highly recommend.
Vas P
Great location, staff were wonderful especially Ranson. His service was exceptional! Only criticism would be that it would get really noisy and the blinds wouldn’t rlly work, so I would get woken up a lot. The pool and utilities also not very clean. Despite that, great service and deal! Would come again best location! If you guys get on top of cleaning the dust and fixing these little things it’d ...
My Feedback
The front of house staff were great before and during my stay. Having the Woolworths across the road is very convenient. But... this is not only a hotel, there are also private residences. There are 2 towers. If you happen to be in the one next to the freeway and on a higher floor you'll have amazing views, but you wouldn't want to be on the lower floors (under around the 20th) as I expect it woul...
Wael M
Room was very dirty, there were stains on the bed, walls, couch. Entire room was dusty (for those who are allergic to dust like myself DO NOT BOOK). There was urine stains on the base of the toilet and mould looking stains in the bathroom. Parking was very bad, almost impossible to find paking on the street and carpark was apparently full despite booking in advance. I complained about all this to ...
Map of Imagine Marco
Address: 42 Balston St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
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How to get to Imagine Marco:
From Essendon Airport, take a taxi or rideshare (23.8 km, 26 min drive) directly to the hotel.
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