Large Two Bedroom Apartment with City Park and Bay views

Hotel Description

I remember pulling up to 171 Fitzroy Street in St Kilda – you know, that buzzy stretch right near the beach where the trams rattle by and the air always smells a bit salty, mixed with coffee from the cafes lining the road. It was one of those Melbourne afternoons where the sun’s dipping low over Port Phillip Bay, and honestly, finding parking wasn’t the nightmare I expected; there’s a spot out front if you’re lucky, or side streets like Grey or Alfred that usually have room, especially mid-week. The place is called the Large Two Bedroom Apartment with City Park and Bay Views, and yeah, it’s more like a spacious Airbnb-style setup than a traditional hotel, but with that solid 4-star feel and a 9.5 rating that actually holds up. Check-in was a breeze – no stuffy front desk, just a quick code for the door and a welcome pack with local tips, like where to grab the best fish and chips on Acland Street (spoiler: it’s Cicciolina, but go early to beat the crowds).

Stepping inside, well, it hits you right away – the space is huge for Melbourne standards, with these floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of Albert Park’s greenery stretching toward the bay, and on a clear day, you can spot the city skyline poking up like it’s photobombing the scene. I mean, we stayed during spring, when the park’s all blooming jacarandas and joggers are out in force, and waking up to that panorama with a coffee in hand felt like a total win. The apartment’s got two proper bedrooms – one with a king bed that’s ridiculously comfy, the kind where the sheets are crisp but not too starchy – and a living area that flows into a full kitchen (stock up at the St Kilda Market on Sundays for fresh produce; it’s just a short walk down Beaconsfield Parade). There’s even a balcony where you can hear the distant waves and seagulls – sensory overload in the best way, though fair warning, Fitzroy Street gets lively at night with bar-hoppers, so if you’re a light sleeper, pack earplugs or request a quieter unit (ours was sort of mid-level, which muffled it okay). The bathroom’s modern, with rain showers that actually have decent pressure, and little touches like fluffy towels and eco-friendly soaps made it feel thoughtful, not generic.

What really sold me on this spot, though – and why I’d tell anyone heading to Melbourne to book it – is how it nails that balance of being smack in the action without feeling overwhelming. You’re steps from the Esplanade for sunset strolls or Luna Park if you’ve got kids in tow (it’s chaotic fun, but avoid peak school holidays unless you love queues). Or hop on the 96 tram to zip into the CBD for a day at the markets or NGV. Sure, it’s not dead cheap, and the Wi-Fi dipped a couple times during our stay, but for families or couples wanting room to spread out with those killer views, it’s a gem. I left feeling like I’d actually lived a slice of St Kilda life, not just visited – and isn’t that the point of travel?

Rooms

• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults

Reviews

• Vaneesa from New Zealand (9/10)

  Location, size and comfortable beds

• Gary from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great location in St Kilda. Lovely view from the apartment.
  Facilities were great, everything you needed. And all spotlessly clean.

• Lilly from Australia (9/10)

  The apartment is beautiful, my favourite part was the balcony where I could sit outside and admire the view.

• Mike from Australia (9/10)

  Very spacious, clean and well equiped. Great location.

• Cameron from Australia (9/10)

  Location was awesome, incredibly convenient with great parking. Size was also great with good amenities and awesome views. Hosts were great as well – Would recommend for all.

• Lisa from Australia (9/10)

  Stunning property. Plenty of room. Everything has been considered. The location is perfect. Hosts are brilliant so helpful.

• Kay from Australia (9/10)

  Charming art deco apartment with heaps of space and natural light and tastefully decorated. Incredibly convenient location to trams buses parks restaurants cafes and bars. Expected noise but sound proofing very good.

• Monica from Australia (9/10)

  This was a beautiful place to stay, so convenient to shops, trams, parks and food. The beds were so comfy that I want to get one myself

• Ravindra from United Arab Emirates (9/10)

  Great spacious place, conveniently located.

• Kristy-lee from Australia (9/10)

  The entire property was beautiful, very warm, comfortable & inviting in the cold Melbourne weather. Very conveniently located & surrounded by amazing food choices & amenities within walking distance.

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