250 Spencer Street, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
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A 2BR Apt with Stunning City Views FREE Parking Overview

You know, when I first rolled up to 250 Spencer Street in Melbourne’s CBD, I was already half-exhausted from navigating the city’s infamous hook turns – those quirky right turns from the left lane that still trip me up after years of visiting. But pulling into the free parking spot right there at the building? Total game-changer. In a spot like this, smack in the middle of the action near Southern Cross Station, finding parking without shelling out a fortune feels like winning the lottery. The place is called A 2BR Apt with Stunning City Views FREE Parking, and honestly, it lives up to every word – it’s a solid 4-star setup with an 8.8 rating that feels earned, not inflated. I mean, it’s not some cookie-cutter hotel; it’s a proper two-bedroom apartment that gives you that home-away-from-home vibe, complete with a full kitchen where I whipped up some brekkie using fresh produce from the nearby Queen Victoria Market (just a 10-minute stroll up Elizabeth Street, by the way – pro tip: go early on weekends to beat the crowds and snag the best flat whites).

What really hooked me, though, were those views – oh man, stepping out onto the balcony at dusk, with the city skyline lighting up like a fireworks show, it’s the kind of thing that makes you forget the day’s chaos. You’re looking right over the Yarra River towards Southbank, and on a clear night, you can spot the Eureka Tower glowing in the distance. The apartment itself is spacious, with comfy beds that actually let you sleep through the night (though, fair warning, Spencer Street can get a bit noisy with trams rattling by during rush hour – earplugs helped, or just crank up the air con for some white noise). I loved the little touches, like the plush towels that smell faintly of eucalyptus – reminds you you’re in Australia – and the living area with a big couch perfect for crashing after a day exploring. Check-in was a breeze; it’s self-service with a code, so no waiting around in a lobby, which is clutch if you’re arriving late from the airport. And during Melbourne’s fickle spring weather, having that indoor space meant I could chill with a book while it poured outside, without feeling cooped up. Well, sort of – the Wi-Fi was speedy enough for streaming, but it dipped a tad in the evenings when everyone’s online.

All in all, if you’re traveling with a partner or a small group and want something more than a sterile hotel room, this spot’s a winner. It’s close enough to hop on a tram to the laneways for street art and hidden bars (Degraves Street is my go-to for coffee fixes), yet tucked away just enough to unwind. Sure, it’s not ultra-luxury – the decor’s modern but not flashy – but for the price and that killer free parking in a city where spots vanish faster than avo on toast, I’d book it again in a heartbeat. Especially in summer, when the balcony becomes your private sunset perch; just watch out for those peak tourist months when the area buzzes a bit more. Trust me, it’s the kind of place that makes Melbourne feel like your own backyard.

A 2BR Apt with Stunning City Views FREE Parking Accommodations

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Apartment4 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults

Reviews of A 2BR Apt with Stunning City Views FREE Parking

  • Nicole from Australia (9/10)

    Location was amazing!! Very central .. close to everything!! Loved the whole complex!! The view from our room on the 62nd floor was absolutely stunning!! Beds were really comfy! Free car parking was an added bonus!

  • Kristal from Australia (8/10)

    Great location, friendly and fast communication, easy access.

  • Li from Malaysia (9/10)

    Location perfect and spectacular view form the apartment

  • Rhonda from Australia (9/10)

    The view
    Location
    Size of apartment

  • Julia from Australia (9/10)

    Location is very convinience. Apartment
    Is very clean. The view was amazing.

  • Genevieve from Australia (9/10)

    Stunning views and great location! The apartment was really clean and very comfortable.

  • Sharryn from Australia (9/10)

    The location was magnificent.

  • Fereshtah from Australia (9/10)

    The views were magnificent, clean, easy to access public transport. Close to everything. I highly recommend this property because our experience was amazing.

  • Fishcatzz from Australia (9/10)

    Very good location and nice owner!

  • Zoe from Australia (5/10)

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Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Rialto Towers: 800 m
  • Docklands Park: 1 km
  • Carlton Gardens: 1.5 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1.2 km
  • Living Legacy Forest: 1.3 km
  • Newquay Central Park: 1.6 km
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 650 m
  • Manchester Unity Building: 1.6 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.1 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 650 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Code 3: 200 m
  • Restaurant Theo Broma: 50 m
  • Restaurant Michel’s Patisserie: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 1.8 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 3.9 km
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 2.9 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 2.5 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.6 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.8 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 2.4 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 3.4 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 3.8 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 2 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 3.7 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: 550 m
  • Train Southern Cross Station: 400 m
  • Train Flagstaff Train Station: 500 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 1.2 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

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Wellness:

  • Fitness centre

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Most popular facilities:

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness centre
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning

House Rules at A 2BR Apt with Stunning City Views FREE Parking

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.9

Comfort:

8.9

Location:

9.6

Facilities:

9.3

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

9.0