45 Clarke Street, Southbank, 3006 Melbourne, Australia
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Hotel Description

You know, I stumbled upon Horizon Haven during a quick trip to Melbourne last spring, and honestly, it kind of surprised me how tucked away it feels on Clarke Street, right in the heart of Southbank. I mean, you’re just a stone’s throw from the Yarra River – like, literally a five-minute walk to the promenade where all those outdoor cafes buzz in the evenings – but the street itself is pretty quiet, especially after the dinner crowd thins out. I arrived around dusk after dodging the usual tram chaos on St Kilda Road, and the check-in was a breeze; the front desk folks were chatty without being over-the-top, even hooked me up with a map of the nearby laneways (pro tip: skip the tourist traps and head to Freshwater Place for some killer street food stalls that locals swear by). The building’s got that modern vibe with clean lines and big windows, but it’s not flashy – more like a solid, no-nonsense spot that blends right into the neighborhood. Parking’s a bit of a hassle if you’re driving in, though; spots are limited and pricey, so I ended up using the public garage down on Kavanagh Street, which isn’t too bad if you time it right before peak hours.

What really sold me on the place was the rooms – I had one on the higher floors with a view straight out over the city skyline, and let me tell you, waking up to that morning light filtering through the curtains, with the faint hum of the river ferries below, it’s the kind of thing that makes you linger over your coffee. The bed was plush, like sinking into a cloud after a day trekking around the Arts Centre or popping over to the NGV (which is super close – just cross the Princes Bridge and you’re there in under ten minutes). Amenities-wise, there’s a decent gym and a rooftop pool that’s heated year-round, which came in handy during that drizzly afternoon I spent lounging with a book; it’s not huge, but it’s clean and rarely crowded, especially mid-week. Breakfast in the on-site cafe was solid – think fresh avo on toast with a side of Melbourne’s famous coffee – though I wish they’d stock more gluten-free options, you know? The Wi-Fi’s reliable too, which mattered for me catching up on work emails. Oh, and noise levels? Southbank can get lively with the Crown Casino crowds spilling out late, but the rooms are well-insulated – I barely heard a thing, aside from the occasional tram bell in the distance.

All in all, if you’re hitting Melbourne for the vibes – maybe catching a show at the Malthouse Theatre or just wandering Federation Square – Horizon Haven’s a smart pick without breaking the bank. It’s got that 4-star polish with an 8.9 rating that feels earned, not hyped. Sure, it’s not perfect (the elevators can be slow during busy check-out times), but for the location alone, right smack in the action yet peaceful enough to recharge, I’d book it again in a heartbeat. Well, especially in summer when Southbank’s outdoor markets light up – trust me, you won’t want to miss that energy.

Rooms

  • Two-Bedroom Apartment with 4 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews

  • Kaitlyn from Australia (10/10)

    The location is basically perfect. Especially for the price you pay. Hosts were very helpful and friendly. They had so many things you need in case you forgot to bring it – body wash, shampoo, even down to laundry power if you wanted to wash your clothes.

  • Patricia from Australia (8/10)

    Location was fantastic for an event at the convention centre. Trams very close by which was good. Woolies underneath was very convenient. Apartment had everything we needed.

  • Mikaela from Australia (9/10)

    The location was great, two bedrooms and two bathrooms was also very handy. We also appreciated being able to have a parking space.

  • Suzanne from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Fantastic views of the city
    Lovely space, plenty of room for the 3 of us
    Felt very safe
    Shop downstairs was a bonus

  • Ekta from Australia (9/10)

    Clean and affordable

  • Angelique from Australia (8/10)

    Very clean,modern. The views are fabulous & felt very secure.Would recommend the apartment. Having a Woollies metro at the bottom of building was very useful. Location is excellent, very walkable .

  • Tamika from Australia (10/10)

    It was very clean, was decorated beautifully, secure car parking

  • Gina from Australia (8/10)

    Great location and a Woolworths on the ground floor was a bonus.

  • Luke from Australia (9/10)

    Great space and awesome property so close to the city with two bedrooms and bathrooms

  • Ka from Hong Kong (10/10)

    很高的樓層,超美的市中心景色!地方很清潔,很新淨,樓下有保安員。樓下有超市,完全不出走出外街上。房內所有東西都很齊全,有洗衣機,乾衣機,有停車場!超讚!雖然不是市中心,但步行大約10 分鐘就到大型火車站!

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SURROUNDINGS

What’s nearby:

  • Boyd Park: 350 m
  • Eureka Tower: 900 m
  • Rialto Towers: 1.4 km
  • Eastern Reserve: 1.1 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.1 km
  • The Genie Sculpture: 1.4 km
  • Living Legacy Forest: 1.4 km
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 1.6 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.1 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Circolo: 100 m
  • Restaurant A Treat of France: 100 m
  • Restaurant Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Melbourne Zoo: 5 km
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 2.8 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 3.7 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 2.9 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 2.5 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 1.7 km
  • Manchester Unity Building: 1.8 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 2 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 2.4 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 1.7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 2.6 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 7 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 5 km
  • Sandridge Beach: 3.8 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 3.5 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Flagstaff: 2 km
  • Train Southern Cross Station: 1.6 km
  • Train Flinders Street Station: 1.5 km
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 2.4 km
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 17 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 18 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 22 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 21 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 12 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Children’s high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries

Outdoors:

  • Patio

Wellness:

  • Fitness centre

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • TV
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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
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

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:

8.9

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

10

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.3

Value for money:

9.6

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