A Cozy & Lux Apt Next to Southern Cross Station

A Cozy & Lux Apt Next to Southern Cross Station Overview

You know, when I first rolled up to A Cozy & Lux Apt on Spencer Street – that’s number 250, right smack in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD – I was wiped out from the SkyBus ride from Tullamarine. But honestly, stepping into the lobby felt like a warm hug after dodging the bustle outside. It’s this sleek, modern apartment-style spot that’s not trying too hard to be fancy, but it nails that cozy-lux vibe with these plush couches in the common area and a faint scent of eucalyptus from the diffusers – you know, that fresh Aussie touch that makes you feel like you’re actually in Melbourne, not some generic chain. I checked in around midday, and the staff were super laid-back; no fuss, just a quick key card handoff and a tip about the best tram stop for heading to Flinders Street (it’s literally steps away). Oh, and parking? If you’re driving, there’s underground spots, but they’re a bit tight – I mean, I squeezed my rental in, but watch the pillars.

What really won me over was the apartment itself – mine was on a higher floor with these floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Yarra River glimpses and the constant hum of Southern Cross Station below. It’s sort of buzzing during rush hour, with trains rumbling faintly (earplugs helped at night, if you’re a light sleeper), but during quieter evenings, it’s peaceful enough to hear the distant tram bells on Collins Street. The place is decked out like a proper home: a full kitchenette with shiny appliances (I whipped up brekkie using stuff from the nearby Coles on Little Bourke), a bathroom with those rain showerheads that make you linger, and a bed so comfy it rivals any five-star – soft Egyptian cotton sheets, you get me? I spent one afternoon just lounging on the balcony, people-watching the office crowd spilling out for lunch at those hidden laneway cafes off Hardware Lane. Well, it’s not perfect – the Wi-Fi dipped a couple times during peak hours, probably from all the remote workers in the building – but for a 4-star spot with a 9 rating, it punches above its weight. And in summer, when Melbourne’s alive with festivals, this location is gold; you’re a short walk to Docklands for fireworks or Southbank for riverside dining, without the hassle of Ubers.

All in all, if you’re hitting Melbourne for a quick getaway or even a work trip, this place feels like your own little pad in the city – cozy enough to unwind after exploring the Queen Victoria Market (pro tip: go early mornings for the best doughnuts), yet luxurious without the pretension. I’d go back in a heartbeat, especially off-season when the streets aren’t as packed. It’s that rare find where you leave thinking, yeah, that was money well spent.

Travelers should plan their Melbourne visit at least two months ahead for major events like Melbourne International Comedy Festival and White Night celebrations, ensuring the best experiences and prime access to popular precincts and attractions.

A Cozy & Lux Apt Next to Southern Cross Station Accommodations

Reviews of A Cozy & Lux Apt Next to Southern Cross Station

• Zer from Malaysia (9/10)

  wonderful shower with perfectly functional hot water and good pressure, awesome location in CBD, responsive hosts, sufficient crockery for simple cooking

• Marianne from Philippines (9/10)

  Very cozy feel, great views, convenient locations, washer AND dryer.

• Neil from Australia (9/10)

  We felt safe and secure.

• Ngan from Vietnam (9/10)

  The location is opposite of Southern Cross station, near the area of Coles so you can shop everything you want. You can approach the station for train/ coach & SkyBus easily; also for the tram stations just around the corner. The office has the luggage service with cheaper price than the storage inside station then you can come to pick/ leave the key and drop the luggage at the same time. Everything inside the apartment is perfect for family or group, even more than our expectation or needs 🙂

• Hawa from France (7/10)

  The location is great. Everything is near. The size of the apartment. It is quite large. The bedroom was also a nice size. And it was quite silent. I also appreciate to have at disposal a dryer machine for the laundry. And also to have enough coffee for my stay.

• Trang from Vietnam (8/10)

  – Vị trí tuyệt vời, trong khoảng cách đi bộ rất gần đến Southern Cross Train Station, tram, Sky Bus; siêu thị Coles, Spencer Outlet Centre, cửa hàng tiện lợi ngay bên đường đối diện
  – Hướng dẫn check in rõ ràng, cụ thể (nhận chìa khoá tại shop dịch vụ Be my guest gần đó). Khi liên hệ host, họ phản hồi cũng khá nhanh qua message của Booking.com
  – Căn hộ nằm trong 1 toà nhà hiện đại, sang trọng, nhiều thang máy kèm các tiện ích như bể bơi, phòng tập gym (nhỏ, trang bị các loại máy cơ bản), sân vườn. Cần đăng ký sử dụng các tiện ích này trước với lễ tân toà nhà.
  – Căn hộ gọn gàng, sạch sẽ với 1 phòng ngủ chính và 1 giường sofa; khu vực nhà bếp nhỏ nhưng đủ công năng cho thời gian ở ngắn; có máy giặt, máy sấy quần áo, máy rửa chén, lò nướng, lò vi sóng. Ngoài ra còn được trang bị nhiều khăn tắm, giấy vệ sinh, bột giặt, dầu gội, sữa tắm, nước rửa bát, túi rác, bát đĩa, ly cốc, dụng cụ nấu nướng.
  – Có view rất đẹp, cửa sổ lớn nên nhiều ánh sáng
  – Yên tĩnh, cách âm khá tốt, dù gần ga tàu, đường lớn nhưng không bị ồn.
  – Wifi khá ổn định

• Day from Australia (9/10)

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