57 Flinders Lane, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
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Punthill Apartment Hotel – Manhattan Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Punthill Apartment Hotel – Manhattan on Flinders Lane, you immediately get that “I’m in the thick of things” feeling. This four-star property sits right in Melbourne‘s cultural heart — honestly, you couldn’t ask for a better spot if you tried. The lobby has this modern, understated vibe that doesn’t try too hard, which I actually appreciate after staying in places that feel like they’re screaming for attention.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about Flinders Lane — it’s one of those streets where Melbourne really shows off. You’ve got street art practically everywhere you look, plus some of the city’s best coffee spots and restaurants literally at your doorstep. I mean, you can walk to Federation Square in about three minutes, and the Royal Botanic Gardens are just a pleasant stroll away. The couples who stay here clearly get it (they rate the location 9.2), and honestly, I can see why — there’s something romantic about being able to wander through those famous laneways together.

The Apartment Experience

What sets this place apart is that you’re getting an apartment, not just a hotel room. Each unit comes with a proper kitchen, which is brilliant if you want to grab fresh produce from Queen Victoria Market and actually cook something decent. The spaces feel lived-in rather than sterile — you know what I mean? There’s enough room to spread out your stuff without feeling like you’re camping in a shoebox.

Practical Perks

One thing that surprised me was the parking situation — they actually have private spots available, which is pretty rare in this part of the city. Trust me, if you’re driving in Melbourne’s CBD, this is worth its weight in gold. The staff seems to know their stuff too, and they’re helpful without being overly chatty when you just want to get to your room after a long day of exploring.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t the fanciest place you’ll ever stay, but it gets the fundamentals right. You’re paying for that killer location (seriously, a 9.1 location score doesn’t happen by accident), and you’re getting proper apartment-style living in the process. Whether you’re here for the coffee culture, the shopping, or just to soak up Melbourne’s famous laneway atmosphere, you’ll step out the front door and immediately be part of it all. It’s the kind of place where you feel like a temporary local rather than just another tourist — and honestly, that’s exactly what you want when you’re exploring a city like Melbourne.

Punthill Apartment Hotel – Manhattan Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Superior One Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Two Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 2 × 2 single beds for 4 adults, 1 child
Three Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 4 × 2 single beds for 6 adults, 1 child
One Bedroom Apartment – Stair Access2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior Two bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Punthill Apartment Hotel – Manhattan

  • Melissa from Australia (8/10)

    We were not offered breakfast
    Close to facilities

  • Dannielle from Australia (7/10)

    Location

  • Blake from Australia (7/10)

    Apartment itself was really nice and in an ideal spot for concerts or close to the city

  • Anthony from Australia (8/10)

    Great location. 3 bedrooms. Space for six. Spotlessly clean. Comfortable beds and bedding

  • Heather from Australia (9/10)

    Apartment was very spacious and clean. Good location in central Melbourne.

  • Penny from Australia (8/10)

  • Belinda from Australia (7/10)

    Location was fantastic as we were in Melbourne for the Moomba festival

  • Elizabeth from Australia (7/10)

    Nice and close to where we needed to go

  • Lynn from Australia (8/10)

    Location and size of apartment.

  • Sarah from Australia (7/10)

    Relaxed environment

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wesley Place: 850 m
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 650 m
  • Community Garden: 650 m
  • Fairies Tree Lawn: 900 m
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.3 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.1 km
  • The Genie Sculpture: 1.3 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 300 m
  • Manchester Unity Building: 650 m
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 500 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Tom Thumb: 10 m
  • Restaurant Cecconi’s: 10 m
  • Restaurant Top Juice: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 1.3 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 4.7 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 1.6 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1.3 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 2.2 km
  • Australian Sports Museum: 1.4 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.6 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 1.7 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 2.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 2.1 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 8 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 6 km
  • Sandridge Beach: 5 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Parliament: 550 m
  • Train Flinders Street Station: 750 m
  • Train Parliament Train Station: 650 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 1.4 km
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 15 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 16 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 20 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 22 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 11 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

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

Wellness:

  • Fitness centre

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Cleaning services:

  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Services & Extras:

  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
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House Rules at Punthill Apartment Hotel – Manhattan

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00
  • 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:

8.5

Comfort:

8.3

Location:

9.1

Free WiFi:

6.8

Facilities:

7.9

Cleanliness:

8.2

Value for money:

8.1