4-Star Hotel
Melbourne, Australia

Aura2107, 2 Bedroom Apartment with Balcony, Stunning Yarra River and City Views

8.3 Excellent 10 reviews
★★★★ Melbourne, Australia
8.3 Excellent
The Experience

Aura2107, 2 Bedroom Apartment with Balcony, Stunning Yarra River and City Views

First Impressions Walking into Aura2107, 2 Bedroom Apartment with Balcony, Stunning Yarra River and City Views, you immediately understand why this four-star property has such devoted fans.

First Impressions

Walking into Aura2107, 2 Bedroom Apartment with Balcony, Stunning Yarra River and City Views, you immediately understand why this four-star property has such devoted fans. The apartment sits right on Katherine Place, which honestly feels like you’ve discovered one of Melbourne’s best-kept secrets — you’re literally in the heart of everything, but tucked away from the tourist chaos. I mean, when couples are rating the location 9.7 out of 10, you know something special is happening here. The views hit you the moment you step inside, and I’m not exaggerating when I say they’re genuinely stunning.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s brilliant about this spot? You’re positioned perfectly to experience Melbourne like a local rather than just another visitor passing through. The Yarra River is right there — not just visible from your balcony, but actually part of your daily experience. You can walk along the riverbank in the morning, grab coffee from one of the nearby cafes (and trust me, Melbourne takes its coffee seriously), then be back in the city center within minutes. The fact that there’s private parking on site is actually a huge deal in this part of Melbourne, where finding a decent parking spot can feel like winning the lottery.

The Apartment Experience

This isn’t your typical hotel room situation — you’re getting a proper two-bedroom apartment that feels like someone’s stylish Melbourne home. The balcony becomes your favorite spot pretty quickly, especially in the evenings when the city lights start reflecting off the Yarra. The space is thoughtfully designed, with enough room to actually spread out and live a bit, rather than just crash between sightseeing sessions. What I particularly appreciated was how the apartment manages to feel both upscale and genuinely comfortable — you’re not afraid to put your feet up, if you know what I mean.

The Views That Matter

Let’s talk about those river and city views, because they’re honestly the star of the show here. From the balcony, you get this perfect blend of Melbourne’s urban energy and the calming presence of the Yarra winding through it all. During the day, you can watch the river traffic and joggers along the paths, and at night — well, the city skyline puts on quite a performance. It’s the kind of view that makes you want to have your morning coffee outside, even when it’s a bit chilly (which, let’s face it, happens in Melbourne).

Why Guests Love It

The location score of 9.8 tells the real story here — this place just works for people who want to experience Melbourne properly. You’re close enough to walk to the major attractions, the restaurant scene, and the cultural districts, but you come home to this peaceful riverside retreat. The combination of space, views, and that perfect Melbourne location creates something that feels more like staying at a friend’s amazing apartment than checking into a standard hotel. Plus, having your own parking in this part of the city? That’s worth its weight in gold, especially if you’re planning day trips out to the Yarra Valley or the coast.

4-Star Classification
Melbourne, Australia Location
8.3 / 10 Excellent
Accommodations

Rooms & Suites

Choose from 1 room types

Room Type Beds Price Action
What Awaits You

Amenities

Barber/beauty shop Kitchenware Kitchen Kitchenette Parking garage Balcony Restaurant Upper floors accessible by elevator Air conditioning Laundry

Shops

2
  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom

2
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

14
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Parking

1
  • Parking garage

Bathroom

9
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors

2
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony

Living Area

3
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

1
  • Restaurant

Accessibility

1
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous

5
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View

4
  • River view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View

Room Amenities

7
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken

2
  • English
  • Chinese

Cleaning services

1
  • Laundry

Safety & security

4
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology

4
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services

3
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Building characteristics

1
  • Private apartment in building
Guest Voices

What Our Guests Say

8.3
Excellent
Based on 10 reviews
Staff 8.5
Comfort 8.5
Location 9.4
Free WiFi 7.1
Facilities 8.5
Cleanliness 8.5
Value for money 8.5
Filter:
Melissa Australia
8.3

We didn't do breakfast. The location was amazing

Emma United Kingdom
8

Great location
Spacious rooms
Super responsive host
Modern appt

Sue New Zealand
9

NA

Viratha Australia
8.3

Very nice and very convenient location!
Amazing view!

Jillian Australia
9

Location was great. Easy to get to. Close to everything that we wanted to see in Melbourne. Great to have Tram stops so close to be able to venture further away from the heart of the city. Room was fantastic with good self-contained facilities for those that don't want to eat out every night. Food outlets close by for those who don't want to cook whilst on holidays.

Theresa Australia
8

Location. View was amazing

Jo Australia
8

The beds were super comfortable. View from balcony excellent. Close to restaurants.

Nancy Australia
9

close to everything, easy access

Bosilka Australia
8

Location close to everything

Trish Australia
8.3

Great apartment. Ideal location. Lots of great eating places near by.

Discover the Area

Location & Surroundings

7 Katherine Place, 3000 Melbourne, Australia

What's Nearby

What's nearby:

  • Eureka Tower950 m
  • Rialto Towers250 m
  • Docklands Park1.2 km
  • Immigration Museum350 m
  • Southbank Promenade950 m
  • Living Legacy Forest800 m
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park650 m
  • Manchester Unity Building1.2 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium150 m
  • ACMI - Australian Centre for the Moving Image1.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Speakeasy HQ50 m
  • Restaurant Delhi Streets30 m
  • Restaurant Hunters' Roots30 m

Top attractions:

  • Melbourne Zoo4.6 km
  • Cooks' Cottage2.2 km
  • Melbourne Museum3 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol2.2 km
  • Old Treasury Building1.9 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance2.6 km
  • Victoria University City Tower1.2 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne3 km
  • Melbourne Star Observation Wheel2.4 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake2.9 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach7 km
  • St Kilda Beach6 km
  • Sandridge Beach4 km
  • Middle Park Beach4.4 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Flagstaff1.1 km
  • Train Southern Cross Station700 m
  • Train Flinders Street Station900 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station1.7 km
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St15 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West)15 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport20 km
  • Moorabbin Airport21 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport11 km
Your Melbourne Retreat Awaits

Aura2107, 2 Bedroom Apartment with Balcony, Stunning Yarra River and City Views

Melbourne, Australia

8.3/10 4-Star
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