Melbourne
10 Best Serviced Apartments in Melbourne
Serviced apartments in Melbourne can suit families, couples and longer-stay visitors who want more than a hotel room. This comparison focuses on the apartment features, transport access and practical facilities described for each listed property, so you can narrow the choice around how you plan to stay.
Our method for this guide
Before ranking this guide we review each business's track record, what its customers say and how clearly it explains its work. The result is an editorial selection that we update as things change.
Featured positions are clearly marked and only offered to businesses that already earned their place in the guide.
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10 Service Apartments in Melbourne Compared
Melbourne City Apartment Hotel
Melbourne City Apartment Hotel provides studio and self-contained apartment accommodation in West Melbourne. Rooms include kitchenettes, while apartments offer in-room cooking facilities, and the hotel provides free NBN WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool and family apartments. The location is suited to visitors wanting access to the city, nearby restaurants and public transport, with limited on-site parking.
Notable strengths: Kitchenettes in all rooms and cooking facilities in apartments
Longer stays needing apartment-style facilitiesFamilies wanting a self-contained apartment and poolVisitors seeking West Melbourne access to the city221 Rosslyn St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, AustraliaCollins House Apartments by CLLIX
Collins House Apartments by CLLIX provides serviced apartment accommodation in Melbourne, with two-bedroom apartments described as clean, spacious and equipped for family stays. It suits visitors wanting a central base with shops, restaurants, public transport and city attractions within easy reach. Tram stops are directly outside, while Southern Cross Station is a short walk or one tram stop away, making the apartments practical for exploring Melbourne and longer stays.
Notable strengths: The location places multiple trams directly outside and many attractions within walking distance
Families wanting apartment-style accommodation in central MelbourneLonger-stay visitors who value kitchens, space and nearby transport464 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaMelbourne Lifestyle Apartments
Melbourne Lifestyle Apartments is serviced accommodation in Docklands for visitors wanting a self-contained apartment stay. Apartments are described as clean, spacious and well equipped, with complete kitchen utensils, comfortable beds and balcony or window views. The location suits travellers using public transport, with a tram stop outside and train and SkyBus stations within walking distance.
Notable strengths: Combines apartment amenities with views from higher-floor rooms and balconies
Visitors wanting apartment-style accommodation in DocklandsTravellers who value public transport and nearby shopping893A Collins St, Docklands VIC 3008, AustraliaMeriton Suites Melbourne
Meriton Suites Melbourne is an apartment hotel offering airy units with kitchens, alongside an indoor pool, sauna and gym. It suits visitors who want the space and self-catering potential of an apartment with hotel reception and service. The property is also positioned for exploring Melbourne, with access to restaurants, shops and public transport highlighted in the evidence.
Notable strengths: Combines kitchens in the units with an indoor pool, sauna and gym
Visitors wanting apartment-style accommodation with kitchen facilities140 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaQ Squared Serviced Apartments
Q Squared Serviced Apartments provides furnished accommodation in North Melbourne, with kitchens, washing machines and dryers in the apartments. It suits longer stays, including visitors supporting someone receiving care at Peter MacCallum Cancer Hospital or Royal Melbourne Hospital. Apartments are described as clean and comfortable, with reception and cleaning staff, working Wi-Fi instructions and locked parking available under the premises.
Notable strengths: Apartments combine kitchen facilities with an in-room washing machine and dryer
Longer stays requiring cooking and laundry facilitiesVisitors needing accommodation within walking distance of nearby hospitals115 Chetwynd St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, AustraliaBrady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street
Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street provides self-catering hotel accommodation in Melbourne, with studio and one-bedroom-plus apartments offering kitchen facilities, and some apartments including a washing machine and dryer. It suits city visitors who value apartment-style space and convenient access to trams, trains, SkyBus, supermarkets and eateries.
Notable strengths: Apartment rooms can include kitchens, dishwashers and laundry appliances
Visitors wanting self-catering accommodationLonger stays needing kitchen and laundry facilitiesTravellers seeking convenient city transport access550 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaCity Tempo
City Tempo provides serviced accommodation in Melbourne through understated apartments in a contemporary high-rise. The property includes a pool, gym and BBQ terrace, while apartment features described by guests include spacious interiors, balconies, modern appliances, cutlery and utensils, and washing machines and dryers. Its apartment-hotel format suits visitors wanting more home-style facilities during a Melbourne stay.
Notable strengths: High-rise serviced apartments with pool, gym and BBQ terrace access
Travellers wanting apartment-style accommodationLonger stays requiring cooking and laundry facilities618 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, AustraliaSpencer Street Apartments
Spencer Street Apartments provides short- and long-stay serviced accommodation in West Melbourne, with one- and two-bedroom apartment options. The contemporary units include kitchens, laundry facilities, air conditioning, balconies and linen and towels, while the building also has a gym and indoor pool. Its location is close to Southern Cross Station, trams, major venues and CBD attractions.
Notable strengths: Apartment layouts range from one-bedroom to two-bedroom options
Couples, families, students and business travellersLonger stays requiring a kitchen and laundry facilities392 Spencer St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, AustraliaPlatinum Apartments at Freshwater Place
Platinum Apartments at Freshwater Place provides serviced apartment accommodation in Southbank for couples, families and groups. Apartments are described as modern, clean and well equipped for comfortable stays, with balconies and views in some experiences. Guests can use a gym, spa, indoor pool and rooftop garden with BBQ facilities, while Crown, shops, transport and Southbank are within walking distance.
Notable strengths: A rooftop garden with BBQ facilities complements the indoor pool, gym and spa
Couples and families wanting apartment-style accommodationGroups needing multiple bedrooms and kitchen and living areasVisitors seeking access to pool, gym and BBQ facilities1 Freshwater Pl, Southbank VIC 3006, AustraliaCitadines on Bourke Melbourne
Citadines on Bourke Melbourne provides serviced accommodation in bright, spacious apartments within a modern property. Rooms can include a small equipped kitchen, while shared facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and sundeck. Laundry facilities are also available, with laundry service available for an additional fee.
Notable strengths: Apartment rooms combine accommodation with a small equipped kitchen
Longer stays needing apartment-style spaceGuests who value an in-room kitchenTravellers wanting pool, sauna and laundry facilities131-135 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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What serviced apartment stays can offer
- Apartment-style spaceCompare studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, including family and group-suitable layouts.
- Self-catering kitchensSeveral listed stays provide equipped kitchens, kitchenettes, dishwashers or cooking utensils for more flexible meals.
- Laundry for longer visitsSome apartments include washing machines and dryers, while other properties provide shared laundry facilities or laundry services.
- Transport-connected basesOptions include locations near trams, trains, SkyBus, Southern Cross Station, shops, eateries and city attractions.
- Pools, gyms and outdoor areasShared facilities across the list include indoor or outdoor pools, gyms, saunas, spas, BBQ terraces and rooftop gardens.
How to choose your Melbourne apartment stay
- Match the layout to your groupFamilies and groups should check whether a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment gives the space and living areas they need.
- Check the kitchen specificationIf self-catering matters, compare a full equipped kitchen with a kitchenette or a smaller in-room cooking setup.
- Plan for the length of stayWashing machines, dryers and available laundry services become more useful when you are staying beyond a few nights.
- Prioritise your route around MelbourneChoose between central, Docklands, Southbank, North Melbourne and West Melbourne settings according to the transport and attractions you expect to use.
- Read the practical caveatsCheck details such as shower-over-bath bathrooms, limited parking, laundry fees and check-in availability before booking.
Frequent questions
Which listed apartments suit families?
Collins House Apartments by CLLIX is described as child-friendly with two-bedroom apartments. Melbourne City Apartment Hotel also offers family apartments, while several other properties describe space for families or groups.
Where can I find apartment kitchens?
Kitchens or cooking facilities are described at Collins House Apartments, Melbourne Lifestyle Apartments, Brady Apartment Hotel, City Tempo, Citadines, Q Squared, Spencer Street Apartments, Melbourne City Apartment Hotel and Meriton Suites.
Which options include laundry facilities?
Brady Apartment Hotel, City Tempo, Q Squared and Spencer Street Apartments describe in-room washing machines and dryers. Citadines provides laundry facilities, with a laundry service available for an additional fee.
Are these stays suitable for longer visits?
Yes. The supplied descriptions specifically position several options for longer stays, particularly where apartments combine space, kitchens and laundry facilities.
