

2BR CBD pad, city views, free parking, pool, gym Overview
I remember pulling up to 33 Rose Lane in Melbourne’s CBD – it’s this little side street off Little Collins, you know, the kind that’s easy to miss if you’re not paying attention, but once you’re there, bam, you’re right in the thick of things without all the chaos of Bourke Street. Honestly, finding free parking in the city center is like striking gold – especially with how packed the garages get around here during peak hours, like when everyone’s rushing to the office or hitting up the cafes for lunch. I arrived mid-afternoon last summer, and the check-in was a breeze; no long lines, just a friendly staff member who handed over the keys and pointed out the secure spot for my car. The building itself has that modern apartment vibe – not some stuffy hotel tower, but more like a sleek pad you’d actually want to live in. Stepping into the 2BR unit, I was hit with those floor-to-ceiling windows framing the city skyline – think twinkling lights over the Yarra at dusk, with a bit of that fresh eucalyptus scent wafting in if you crack them open (though watch out for the occasional tram rumble below, it’s Melbourne after all).
What really sold me was how it felt like a home base for exploring. The place is kitted out with a full kitchen – I mean, stainless steel everything, and a coffee machine that actually works without fuss – so I whipped up brekkie a couple mornings instead of battling the crowds at Hardware Lane spots. The bedrooms are spacious, with those plush queen beds that sink just right after a day wandering Queen Victoria Market (it’s only a 10-minute stroll north, by the way, perfect for grabbing fresh produce or those killer doughnuts). And the amenities? The pool on the rooftop is a godsend in Melbourne’s unpredictable heat – I spent an afternoon floating there, listening to the distant hum of the city while cooling off, though it does get busy around 5pm when locals pop in after work. The gym’s solid too, nothing fancy but equipped with free weights and treadmills overlooking the views – sort of motivating, you know? Oh, and free Wi-Fi that’s actually fast, which saved me when I needed to book tickets to the MCG for a game. One minor gripe: the air con can be a tad noisy at night, but earplugs fixed that, and it’s way quieter than staying right on Flinders Street.
All in all, if you’re heading to Melbourne – say, for a weekend getaway or even a longer stay with the family – this spot’s a winner at 4 stars with that 8.8 rating it deserves. It’s not perfect, well, nothing is in a bustling CBD, but the combo of those epic views, the rare free parking, and being steps from trams that zip you to Southbank or the laneways makes it feel like smart value. I left thinking, yeah, I’d book it again in a heartbeat – especially in spring when the jacarandas are blooming and the whole city smells like possibility.
2BR CBD pad, city views, free parking, pool, gym Accommodations
Accommodation | Details |
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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults |


Reviews of 2BR CBD pad, city views, free parking, pool, gym
Dan from Australia (9/10)
proximity of pickup location to the property. easy service
Frances from Australia (9/10)
It's a really sweet apartment in a great location and was clean and well equipped. Getting the key and dropping them off wasn't hard or difficult more of an inconvenience. I found the management of the apartment very accommodating.
John from Australia (9/10)
Brilliant location close to Southern Cross Railway Station and the express tram to Albert Park for the F1 race.
Dee from Australia (9/10)
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Sallie from New Zealand (9/10)
Instructions were clear and offsite pick up was in a convenient spot.
Sophie from Australia (8/10)
Great location, comfortable beds.
Conor from Australia (8/10)
The location was perfect within walking distance of Flinders station. The ease of accessing the keys after hours was so easy and was just around the corner from the property.
Janet from Australia (8/10)
Nice place, perfect location when you plan to walk around the city.
Chantelle from Australia (9/10)
The modern facilities and utensils that were included in the room
Vianne from Australia (9/10)
Convenient location. It has everything you need to within walking distance.
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Eureka Tower: 1.6 km
- Rialto Towers: 600 m
- Docklands Park: 1.1 km
- Community Garden: 1.4 km
- Immigration Museum: 1 km
- Living Legacy Forest: 1.1 km
- Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 450 m
- Manchester Unity Building: 1.4 km
- SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 850 m
- Victoria University City Tower: 600 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Hakoya Ramen: 30 m
- Restaurant Korean Table: 300 m
- Restaurant I Love Chicken: 20 m
Top attractions:
- Melbourne Zoo: 4 km
- Cooks’ Cottage: 2.7 km
- Melbourne Museum: 2.5 km
- Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.6 km
- Southbank Promenade: 1.6 km
- Old Treasury Building: 2.2 km
- Shrine of Remembrance: 3.2 km
- Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 3.7 km
- Melbourne Star Observation Wheel: 1.9 km
- ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 1.8 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Ornamental Lake: 3.5 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Elwood Beach: 8 km
- St Kilda Beach: 7 km
- Sandridge Beach: 4.6 km
- Middle Park Beach: 5 km
Public transport:
- Metro Flagstaff: 500 m
- Train Southern Cross Station: 450 m
- Train Flagstaff Train Station: 500 m
- Metro Melbourne Central Station: 1.1 km
- Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 14 km
- Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 15 km
Closest airports:
- Melbourne Airport: 19 km
- Moorabbin Airport: 22 km
- Essendon Fields Airport: 10 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Parking:
- Parking garage
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- Private pool
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness centre
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Common areas:
- Games room
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Carpeted
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Laundry
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Indoor swimming pool:
- Open all year
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building


House Rules at 2BR CBD pad, city views, free parking, pool, gym
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 10:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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