Beachfront Apartment

Hotel Description

Nestled in the charming suburb of Elwood, the 3-star Beachfront Apartment offers a perfect blend of coastal tranquility and urban convenience. With an impressive guest rating of 8.0/10, this well-reviewed accommodation has established itself as a favored choice for travelers seeking a relaxed yet accessible Melbourne experience. Located at Unit 5/400 Barkly Street, this apartment provides an authentic taste of Melbourne’s celebrated bayside lifestyle while maintaining easy connections to the city’s bustling center. The Beachfront Apartment enjoys a privileged position just moments from Elwood Beach, one of Melbourne’s hidden coastal treasures. This sun-drenched stretch of Port Phillip Bay offers golden sands and gentle waters perfect for swimming, paddleboarding, or simply unwinding with a book while listening to the soothing rhythm of waves. Morning joggers and evening strollers will appreciate the scenic beachfront promenade that connects Elwood to the more famous St Kilda Beach just a short distance away. The apartment’s location strikes an ideal balance – close enough to hear the gentle lapping of waves yet situated on Barkly Street, one of the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares, ensuring convenient access to local amenities. Elwood represents one of Melbourne’s most coveted residential enclaves, known for its tree-lined streets, Art Deco architecture, and village-like atmosphere. From the Beachfront Apartment, guests can easily explore Elwood Village on Ormond Road, a vibrant collection of sophisticated cafés, restaurants, and boutique shops that showcase Melbourne’s celebrated food and coffee culture. The historic Elwood Canal (once known as Elster Creek) offers picturesque walking paths lined with native plants, while the expansive Elwood Park provides ample green space for picnics and recreation. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to the Elwood Foreshore Reserve, a coastal sanctuary where native birds and wildlife thrive among the dunes and indigenous plantings. While enjoying its peaceful bayside setting, the Beachfront Apartment offers excellent connectivity to Melbourne’s wider attractions. Public transport options abound, with bus routes passing along Barkly Street and the nearby light rail providing direct access to the CBD approximately 8 kilometers away. Within a 10-minute drive, guests can reach the famous attractions of St Kilda, including Luna Park, the historic St Kilda Pier (known for its penguin colony), and the vibrant dining and entertainment precinct along Acland Street and Fitzroy Street. For those with a car, the apartment’s location provides easy access to the scenic Beach Road, which hugs Port Phillip Bay all the way to the Mornington Peninsula, offering one of Australia’s most beautiful coastal drives. With its solid 3-star rating, the Beachfront Apartment delivers quality accommodation without excessive frills, focusing instead on comfort, cleanliness, and value. The apartment’s 8.0 rating reflects guests’ satisfaction with their stay, highlighting the property’s ability to consistently meet expectations and provide a pleasant experience. Whether visiting Melbourne for business or leisure, this well-positioned apartment serves as an excellent base from which to experience the multifaceted charms of Australia’s cultural capital while enjoying the distinctive relaxed atmosphere that makes Melbourne’s bayside suburbs so desirable.

Rooms

• Apartment – Ground Floor with large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults

Reviews

• John from Australia (9/10)

• Dean from Australia (7/10)

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