Imagine Marco (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Imagine Marco?
What makes it 84% Solo-Friendly: The 24-hour front desk, keycard entry and free Wi-Fi give solo travelers security; gym, infinity pool and kitchen apartments add comfort; Flinders St station and NGV within 1 km ease independent outings.
Good match for:
- Independent Travelers: Enjoy full kitchens and separate living areas for flexible solo stays.
- Art and Culture Seekers: Walk under 10 minutes to NGV, Arts Centre, and street art laneways.
Things to keep in mind:
- Breakfast Seekers: No on-site breakfast service; plan to dine at nearby cafés.
- Pet Parents: Pets are not allowed at this property.
What is so special about Imagine Marco for solo trip?
- High-rise aparthotel with full kitchen and private balcony
- Heated outdoor pool and 24/7 gym on-site
- Within 10-minute walk of NGV, SEA LIFE Aquarium and performing arts venues
Transport & Nearby Access
Essendon Airport: 23.8 km (26 min drive)
Taxi or rideshare takes about 26 minutes; no shuttle service.
Flinders Street Railway Station: 1.4 km (5 min train ride)
Major rail hub with direct services across Melbourne.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Imagine Marco
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 770m (10 min walk)
Explore marine life exhibits including a glass tunnel and interactive touch pools.
Tip: Visit early to avoid crowds at peak feeding times.
National Gallery of Victoria: 700m (9 min walk)
Browse one of Australia’s leading art museums with free permanent collections.
Tip: Join a free guided tour at 11am or 2pm—check the NGV website for details.
Arts Centre Melbourne: 780m (10 min walk)
Catch a theatre show or enjoy views of the spire from the forecourt.
Tip: Book evening performances in advance for solo traveler discounts.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Imagine Marco:
Outdoor swimming pool:
Swim laps in the heated infinity-style pool overlooking the city.
Fitness center:
Use cardio machines and free weights any time—open 24/7.
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
Stay connected in rooms and public areas at no extra cost.
Luggage storage:
Store bags before check-in or after checkout at no charge.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
On-site parking:
Secure parking available for AUD 30 per day.
Dry cleaning:
Itemized dry cleaning services available for a fee.
Laundry service:
Use the on-site laundry facilities for an additional charge.
Babysitting service:
Babysitting available on request; contact reception for rates.
Accessibility at Imagine Marco:
Stair-free main entrance and elevators connect all public floors.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Early Swim: Head to the pool at sunrise to enjoy quiet city views before crowds arrive.
- Kitchen Perks: Stock your apartment kitchen at nearby supermarkets to save on meals.
- Evening Stroll: Walk along the Yarra River promenade at dusk for riverside bars and cafés.
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 (approx. 26 min). The hotel does not offer airport transfers.
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