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Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens

Property class: 3.5

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A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with greenery and buildings.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a gas stove.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a small kitchen area, and a dining table.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A gym with various exercise equipment, including weight machines and free weights.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2581 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8 Dorcas Street, Southbank, VIC, 3006
  • Place, Shrine of Remembrance
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St Kilda Road
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Southbank within a 5-minute walk of St Kilda Road, this apartment is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Rod Laver Arena. The 3.5-star apartment includes a kitchen, a furnished balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Shrine of Remembrance - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St Kilda Road - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sidney Myer Music Bowl - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Gallery of Victoria - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Prahran Station - 4 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kettle Black - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Upper Middle - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Don Don - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Foremost Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens

Guests of this apartment enjoy features like a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a furnished balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and Netflix. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and the bathroom offers a soaking tub, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, an espresso maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the apartment include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered, secured self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping provided

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive lockbox information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Southbank within a short 4-minute walk of St Kilda Road and also 19 minutes on foot from Melbourne Park. You'll also find Rod Laver Arena and Crown Casino within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this apartment include a deep soaking bathtub, premium bedding, and Netflix.

Does Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment provide breakfast?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment though service animals are welcome.

Does Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this apartment.

Where is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 12.8 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 17.1 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens?

Yes, every apartment at Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens comes with a furnished balcony and some offer garden views.

Melbourne by the Botanical Gardens Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great apartment Plan to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very pretty view from the balcony and beautifully furnished. Everything was good quality- linen, doona etc and I felt very comfortable. Close to team stop and secure parking was very easy. Cannot fault this property at all, would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to the Art Gallery
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great view and close to transport and Southbank Apartment clean and furnished well Balcony a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, perfect for 2 nights away in the city. Close to everything, walk or uber to anywhere. With beautiful parks and running track right across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from balcony as well as windows everywhere. Beautifully furnished, as well. Some unexpected extras in kitchen cabinets. Close to grocery and tram stop. All perfect. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Waste of my time

Commmunication skills second to none.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Only problem there was not enough glasses and crockery, otherwise good
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay.

Great location.. But do note that you service the apartment yourself and that there are facilities for you to do so. This was adequate for my needs and contacting the owner to get instructions on how to obtain keys etc, was effective. The balcony has amazing views..
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

its a nice experience

everything is good except the start of check in, the manager should provide more detail information when i spent so much time looking for the key box.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019