Central CBD base 5-min walk to Melbourne Central station; free Wi-Fi, in-room kitchen for budget meals, gym and pool; CCTV and luggage storage add security, though front desk closes 23:00.
Melbourne Central Railway Station: 420m (5 min walk)
Catch city loop trains to parks and suburbs.
Flagstaff Station: 920m (12 min walk)
Link to regional lines and city circle tram.
Essendon Airport: 17.8 km (25 mins drive)
About 25 mins drive to domestic flights.
State Library of Victoria: 390m (5 min walk)
Historic reading rooms, free galleries and Wi-Fi.
Tip: Join a free guided tour at 11am to learn about the building’s history.
Queen Victoria Market: 550m (7 min walk)
Large open-air market with fresh produce and street food.
Tip: Arrive at 8am for best bakery selections and fewer crowds.
Old Melbourne Gaol: 280m (4 min walk)
19th-century jail museum featuring exhibits on famous prisoners.
Tip: Buy a combined ticket for the gallows tour to save time.
Hosier Lane: 1.2 km (15 min walk)
Iconic street art corridor with ever-changing murals.
Tip: Go in the morning light for the best photo conditions.
Federation Square: 1.3 km (5 mins drive)
Cultural hub with ACMI galleries and outdoor plazas.
Tip: Check the ACMI website for free events and screenings.
Address: 8 Franklin St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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From Melbourne Airport, take the SkyBus to Southern Cross Station, then a 5-minute taxi ride to the apartments.
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Heated indoor pool:
Swim laps year-round in the climate-controlled pool.
Gym & fitness room:
City-view treadmills and free weights available 24/7.
Sauna & spa:
Unwind solo in the dry sauna or steam room.
Club lounge:
High-speed Wi-Fi, tea/coffee and workspace until 10pm.
Private cinema lounge:
Reserve a 10-seat screening room free of charge.
Tennis court:
Practice serves or rally solo against the wall.
Indoor rock climbing:
Australia’s largest indoor wall onsite; fees apply per session.
On-site parking:
Secure self-parking available at an additional charge.
Laundry service:
Wash and dry service in-house for a per-load fee.
Please check with the property for detailed accessibility information.
Elix R
What you see is not what you get! We booked the apartment based on the description and photos on the booking site. When we got there it was a different reality. The apartment is poorly maintained and more cramped than in the photos. The photos here are the current unfiltered state. The couch is almost right next to the dining table. The artificial flowers on the kitchen bench has a thick layer of ...
Trudy Cotter
Firstly, I would personally like to thank Luna a thousand times for her amazing customer service - we made the booking last minute (as our mum was being flown to Royal Melbourne Hospital that day). Luna was an angel - she offered kindness, compassion and understanding - this was such a gift and alleviated our anguish about finding a bed for the next couple of nights. Then we checked in - my sister...
Choong Wai Chong
One particular staff made all the difference. Special thanks for Luna for making our stay comfortable and as hassle free as possible. We broke up our stay in Milano as we went away to outside of Melb, and the transition coming back to Milano was seamless.
Rae
Absolutely stunning rooms. Even though there is ongoing construction that can be heard through the windows, in the room I slept in I didn’t notice it. I was able to sit and watch hot air balloons rise above the city in the morning as well, it was magical. The wifi is a bit slow and inconsistent, but that was my biggest complaint.
MWP 01
This service apartment shines with a prime location, featuring a very basic lounge/kitchen area and crucial laundry facilities (washer/dryer) small indoor lap pool and decent gym. These aspects are positives, offering great convenience. However, be aware this is an older building. If your benchmark is the typical polished experience with amenities of a 4-star hotel, this won't align with those exp...
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