Arrow on Swanston Overview
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Melbourne, the 3-star Arrow on Swanston offers comfortable accommodations with a convenient urban address. Located at 488 Swanston Street in Carlton, this well-positioned hotel sits at the crossroads of Melbourne’s educational and cultural districts. With a solid guest rating of 7.3, Arrow on Swanston has established itself as a reliable choice for travelers seeking quality accommodation with a prime location. The hotel stands as a practical base for both short-term visitors and extended-stay guests looking to explore the diverse attractions of Australia’s cultural capital. Situated in the charming Carlton neighborhood, Arrow on Swanston places guests within walking distance of some of Melbourne’s most iconic destinations. The hotel’s location on Swanston Street positions visitors just moments from the historic grounds of the University of Melbourne and the extensive knowledge housed within the State Library of Victoria. Melbourne Central Shopping Centre is conveniently accessible, offering retail therapy and dining options for those seeking urban pleasures. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the hotel’s proximity to Carlton Gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring meticulously landscaped gardens and impressive Victorian architecture. The vibrant atmosphere of Lygon Street—Melbourne’s famed “Little Italy”—lies just a short stroll away, where guests can indulge in authentic Italian cuisine and experience the city’s celebrated café culture. Arrow on Swanston combines functional comfort with practical amenities, catering to both leisure and business travelers. The property’s advantageous position on the free tram zone boundary means guests can easily access Melbourne’s efficient public transport network, with the ability to explore the CBD, Southbank, and Docklands without transportation costs. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate being within comfortable distance of the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena, home to some of Australia’s most prestigious sporting events including the Australian Open tennis tournament. Queen Victoria Market, with its bustling stalls and authentic Melbourne character, offers a glimpse into local life and is easily reachable from the hotel. Families visiting students at RMIT University or the University of Melbourne will find Arrow on Swanston perfectly situated for campus visits. With its practical approach to hospitality and strategic location, this 3-star establishment delivers reliable accommodation at the crossroads of education, culture, and urban exploration in Melbourne. Whether visiting for academic purposes, business engagements, or leisure adventures, Arrow on Swanston provides a comfortable launching pad for discovering the multifaceted charm of Melbourne, Australia’s most European city.
Arrow on Swanston Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Two Single Bedroom Apartment | 4 × 1 single bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Two Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 double bed and 2 × 1 single bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment | double bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Standard Studio | 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child |
| Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | 2 × 1 double bed, 2 × 1 single bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children |
| Family Apartment | 4 × 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 4 children |
| Triple Single beds | 3 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Deluxe King Apartment | 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Four-Bedroom Penthouse Apartment | 4 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, 2 × 4, 1 single bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 8 adults, 5 children |
| One Bedroom Penthouse Apartment | double bed, 1 double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children |
| Family Penthouse Apartment | double beds, 2 double beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 4 children |
Reviews of Arrow on Swanston
Karen from Norway (8/10)
Quite enjoyed our 3 night stay at this well situated hotel
Gallagher from Australia (8/10)
Excellent location, staff were excellent, great food, excellent service by staff.
Craig from Australia (7/10)
Ambience is good. Staff is very polite & helpful
Larkin from Australia (7/10)
Hotel so nice . Receiption or maybe manager he so nice and very helpful. Next time will stay here only. Very clean
Fairfax from Australia (8/10)
Great staff front desk manager very helpful and courteous other staff could not do enough to help and great food in the restaurant and polite quick service good facilities.
Ashcombe from Australia (7/10)
Location, personal, furniture and bathroom were excellent
Waring from Australia (8/10)
Shopping stores & other restaurants are very near
Stanhope from Australia (8/10)
From the location of the hotel to behaviour of the staff, from the cleanliness to the quality of food, everything was excellent.
Dunlop from Australia (7/10)
The staff was very nice they really took care of our necessities
Collier from Australia (8/10)
Enjoyed use of pool. Interior is unusual and scenic. Staff is very friendly
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- South Lawn: 900 m
- Wesley Place: 800 m
- Carlton Gardens: 200 m
- Community Garden: 1.2 km
- Melbourne Museum: 1 km
- Old Melbourne Gaol: 450 m
- Manchester Unity Building: 1.2 km
- Victoria University City Tower: 1.1 km
- Carlton Primary Community Garden: 1.5 km
- North West Patch Community Garden: 1.1 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Torissong: 100 m
- Restaurant Mr Bello Cafe: 250 m
- Restaurant The First Bigmama: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Eureka Tower: 2.1 km
- Melbourne Zoo: 3.2 km
- Cooks’ Cottage: 2.1 km
- Immigration Museum: 2 km
- Southbank Promenade: 1.9 km
- Old Treasury Building: 1.6 km
- Shrine of Remembrance: 3.1 km
- SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 2.3 km
- Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 3.4 km
- ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 1.6 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Ornamental Lake: 3.3 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Elwood Beach: 9 km
- St Kilda Beach: 7 km
- Sandridge Beach: 6 km
- Middle Park Beach: 6 km
Public transport:
- Metro Flagstaff: 1.2 km
- Train Flagstaff Train Station: 1.2 km
- Train Parliament Train Station: 1.2 km
- Metro Melbourne Central Station: 600 m
- Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 14 km
- Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 14 km
Closest airports:
- Melbourne Airport: 19 km
- Moorabbin Airport: 23 km
- Essendon Fields Airport: 10 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
- Barber/beauty shop
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Carpeted
- Iron
Languages spoken:
- Mandarin
- English
- Hindi
- Chinese
Cleaning services:
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Most popular facilities:
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Terrace
- Good breakfast
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Adults only
- Salt-water pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 25 per day.:
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
House Rules at Arrow on Swanston
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00 to 00:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 08:00 to 10:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
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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