3004 Melbourne, Australia
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Hotel Description

I remember pulling up to Flagstaff Chic on a drizzly Melbourne afternoon – you know, the kind where the clouds hang low over the CBD and everything smells like wet eucalyptus from the nearby gardens. The address is smack in the 3004 postcode, right on the edge of Flagstaff Gardens, which is this underrated green oasis that locals hit up for picnics or just to escape the tram clatter on William Street. Honestly, finding parking was a bit of a hassle – typical inner-city Melbourne, where spots vanish faster than flat whites at a brunch spot – but once I valet-ed the car (for a reasonable fee, mind you), check-in was smooth. The front desk folks were chatty, sharing tips on dodging the peak-hour crowds at Queen Victoria Market, just a five-minute stroll away. It’s not one of those flashy lobbies with chandeliers everywhere; more like a cozy nook with exposed brick and some abstract art that sort of nods to the street art in nearby lanes like Hosier.

What really sold me on this place – and it’s a solid 4-star spot with a 7/10 rating that feels about right – is that “refreshing balcony retreat” vibe they promise. My room was on the higher floors, overlooking the gardens, and stepping out onto that balcony in the morning with a coffee in hand? Pure bliss. You get these breezy views of the city skyline mixing with the treetops, and on quieter evenings, you can hear the distant hum of trams without it being overwhelming – though, fair warning, if you’re a light sleeper, the occasional siren from Latrobe Street might jolt you awake. The rooms are chic in that minimalist way: crisp white linens that feel cool against your skin after a day wandering the laneways, a rain shower that actually has decent pressure (not always a given in older buildings here), and little touches like fresh lavender in the bathroom that cut through the urban grit outside. It’s not perfect – the Wi-Fi can lag during busy times, like when everyone’s streaming after work hours, and the mini-fridge is on the small side if you’re stocking up from the market’s delis. But hey, for a retreat, it nails it; I spent an afternoon just lounging there, watching joggers in the gardens while the scent of nearby coffee roasters wafted up. And in summer, when Melbourne heats up, those balconies become gold – way better than stuffy hotel rooms elsewhere.

All in all, if you’re after a spot that feels authentically Melbourne without the over-the-top luxury price tag, Flagstaff Chic is worth considering. It’s great for solo travelers or couples who want to dip into the city’s energy – think easy access to the free tram zone for zipping to Federation Square or the State Library – but with a peaceful perch to retreat to. I mean, it’s not flawless; service can be a tad slow during peak tourist seasons like January, when the Australian Open crowds flood in. Still, that balcony life left me refreshed, and I’d book it again in a heartbeat for a weekend escape. Just pack earplugs if you’re sensitive to city sounds, and you’ll be set.

Rooms

  • Three-Bedroom Apartment with 6 × 1 large double bed for 6 adults
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Reviews

  • Belinda from Australia (7/10)

    We didn’t have breakfast, the location was good right in the centre of Melbourne and easy to get where we needed to go on the trams

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SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • South Lawn: 1.2 km
  • Wesley Place: 900 m
  • Carlton Gardens: 300 m
  • Community Garden: 1.1 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 500 m
  • Living Legacy Forest: 1.1 km
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 1.2 km
  • Manchester Unity Building: 1.1 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 650 m
  • North West Patch Community Garden: 1.1 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Rose Garden BBQ: 100 m
  • Restaurant David’s Master Pot: 50 m
  • Restaurant Malaysian Laksa House: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 1.7 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 3.2 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 1.4 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1.6 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.5 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 1.7 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 3.1 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.9 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 3.4 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 1.5 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 3.2 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 9 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 7 km
  • Sandridge Beach: 5 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Flagstaff: 750 m
  • Train Flagstaff Train Station: 750 m
  • Train Parliament Train Station: 1.3 km
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 350 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

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • View
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
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Rules

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 21:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

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:

7.5

Comfort:

7.5

Location:

7.5

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

7.5

Value for money:

7.5

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