222 Russell Street, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
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HeartCBD LUX Top Floor 2 Bedroom /Pool/Spa/GYM Overview

I remember pulling up to the HeartCBD LUX on Russell Street – you know, that stretch right in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, where it’s buzzing but not overwhelmingly chaotic like down on Collins. It’s at 222, squeezed between those old Victorian buildings and the edge of Chinatown, so honestly, the smell of dumplings and street food hits you as soon as you step out of the Uber. I mean, parking’s a nightmare in this area – well, it is everywhere in the city center, but if you’re driving, just forget it and use the nearby trams; they’re super reliable, and you can hop on one to Queen Victoria Market in like five minutes. Anyway, checking in was straightforward, though a bit slow during peak evening hours when everyone’s rushing back from work or shows at the nearby theaters – think Her Majesty’s just a short walk away. But once you’re up on that top floor, man, it feels like you’ve escaped the grind below.

What really sold me on this place was the two-bedroom setup – it’s not your typical sterile hotel room; it’s more like a luxe apartment with these massive windows overlooking the skyline, catching those golden sunsets over the Yarra if you time it right in summer. The pool and spa? Total game-changers after a day pounding the pavement – I spent an afternoon soaking in the spa, steam rising and sort of easing out the knots from walking to Federation Square (which is literally a 10-minute stroll down Little Bourke). The gym’s decent too, nothing flashy but equipped enough for a quick workout, and it’s quiet in the mornings before the city wakes up. Oh, and the beds – plush, with that crisp linen smell that makes you sink right in, though fair warning, you might hear faint tram bells or weekend crowds if you’re a light sleeper, but being on the top floor mutes it a lot. I actually cooked a simple brekkie in the kitchenette one morning – grabbed fresh produce from the Vic Market – and it felt so homey, you know? Not perfect, though; the Wi-Fi dipped a couple times during busy evenings, which was annoying for streaming, but hey, it’s a 4-star spot with a 7.7 rating, so expectations met without blowing your mind.

All in all, if you’re hitting Melbourne for a mix of city vibes and some downtime – maybe catching a game at the MCG or just wandering the laneways – this place is a solid pick. It’s not the ritziest, but that top-floor perch with the pool and spa makes it feel special, especially for families or couples wanting space without the full apartment rental hassle. I’d go back in a heartbeat during shoulder season like spring, when the crowds thin out and you can really enjoy the rooftop views without the summer heatwave. Just pack earplugs if you’re sensitive to urban hum, and you’ll be set.

HeartCBD LUX Top Floor 2 Bedroom /Pool/Spa/GYM Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 futon bed and 2 × 2 single beds for 8 adults
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Reviews of HeartCBD LUX Top Floor 2 Bedroom /Pool/Spa/GYM

  • Jodi from Australia (9/10)

    In a fantastic location, this apartment is perfect for a family! With large living spaces it allows multiple spaces for the family to spread out and rest between activities during the day. And it’s CBD location enables you to walk almost anywhere and close enough for to come back for down time before heading out again. Close to free trams, and an abundance of dining options on your doorstep, and a supermarket & convenience stores within minutes.
    And bonus that there is a pool, spa and gym onsite in complex.
    We would definitely recommend this apartment and would stay again.
    Communication from host is great too.

  • Ihe from Australia (7/10)

    big apartment n there were lots of extra fold out cushions that could have been used for beds
    location was great
    pool and spa were good with extra towels
    checking in was easy as the key was in the building and not left in a convenient store like alot of others we've stayed at

  • Lee from Australia (8/10)

    The location was great and the pool was an added bonus.

  • Georgie from Australia (9/10)

    Fantastic location. Right in the middle of everything. We loved having Chinatown right there and walking distance to the footy ovals. Ken was a great communicator

  • Justin from Australia (8/10)

    Excellent Location – Great Views – Very Secure Parking – Secure Building – Helpful Reception Staff – Separate Residential Lift – Amazing Comfortable Beds – Access to Pool/Spa/Sauna and Gym (there are towels at the pool too) :0)

    Overall the apartment was great, in a fantastic location, very secure and has wonderful, sumptuous beds; It was a great stay and I would recommend it to anyone 100%. We will stay there again. Ken always answered my questions straight away and is an excellent host.

  • Kingtak from Australia (9/10)

    location is the best

  • Anna from Australia (8/10)

    A great location, pool and Gym were fantastic.

  • Benjamin from Australia (9/10)

    Location and apartment were great 👍🏽

  • Shane from Australia (9/10)

    It was big enough for our family of 5

  • Louis from Australia (9/10)

    Overall the property was very good maybe just need to acquire some more efficient drapes so a blocks out the night lights and get a good night sleep apart from that everything was very good

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wesley Place: 300 m
  • Carlton Gardens: 850 m
  • Community Garden: 600 m
  • Melbourne Museum: 1.3 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 450 m
  • Living Legacy Forest: 950 m
  • Old Treasury Building: 900 m
  • Manchester Unity Building: 600 m
  • Victoria University City Tower: 900 m
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 800 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Ant’s Bistro: 8 m
  • Restaurant Shanghai Street: 8 m
  • Restaurant Ishiya Japanese Stonegrill: 8 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 1.6 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 4.1 km
  • Rialto Towers: 1.5 km
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 1.4 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1.5 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.4 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 2.5 km
  • Australian Sports Museum: 2 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.8 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 2.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 2.7 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 8 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 7 km
  • Sandridge Beach: 5 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Parliament: 600 m
  • Train Flinders Street Station: 950 m
  • Train Parliament Train Station: 500 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 600 m
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 15 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 15 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 19 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 22 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 11 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private pool
  • Balcony

Wellness:

  • Sauna

Living Area:

  • Dining area

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout

Outdoor & View:

  • City view

Room Amenities:

  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Chinese

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
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House Rules at HeartCBD LUX Top Floor 2 Bedroom /Pool/Spa/GYM

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 07:00 to 10:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

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:

8.7

Comfort:

8.4

Location:

9.5

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.4

Cleanliness:

8.1

Value for money:

8.3