392 Spencer Street, West Melbourne, 3003 Melbourne, Australia
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Spencer Street Apartments Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Spencer Street Apartments on Spencer Street, you immediately get that “this is actually Melbourne” feeling — you know what I mean? It’s not tucked away in some tourist bubble, but right there in the thick of things in Melbourne. The building itself has this solid, no-nonsense vibe that I honestly found reassuring. You’re staying in a proper four-star place, but it doesn’t feel stuffy or overly polished. There’s something refreshingly straightforward about the whole setup.

Location That Actually Works

Here’s the thing about staying in West Melbourne — you’re close enough to everything that matters, but you’re not dealing with the chaos of being right in the CBD. I mean, you can walk to the city center without breaking a sweat, but when you come back at night, it’s actually quiet enough to sleep properly. The apartment setup works brilliantly here because you’ve got that residential neighborhood feel while still being connected. Couples seem to really get this balance — there’s a reason they rate the location so highly for romantic trips.

The Apartment Experience

What struck me most was how the room felt like an actual place to live, not just crash for the night. The kitchen isn’t one of those tiny hotel kitchenettes where you can barely make toast — it’s properly equipped, which honestly saved me a fortune on eating out every meal. You’ve got space to spread out, and the layout just makes sense. I found myself actually using the living area in the evenings instead of just collapsing on the bed, which doesn’t happen often in hotels.

Practical Perks

The private parking situation is genuinely brilliant — and I say this as someone who’s circled Melbourne blocks for ages looking for a spot. You don’t realize how much stress that eliminates until you’re not dealing with it. Plus, being on Spencer Street means you’re well-positioned for getting around the city, whether you’re driving or using public transport. The whole area has this lived-in feel that I actually prefer to the more polished hotel districts.

Why Guests Love It

There’s something about this place that just works for people who want to experience Melbourne properly, not just visit it. You’re staying somewhere that feels authentic — real neighborhood, real apartment living, but with all the services and quality you expect from a four-star property. The location score speaks for itself, but what that number doesn’t tell you is how it feels to walk out your door and immediately be part of the city’s rhythm. Whether you’re here for business or pleasure, you end up with a base that actually enhances your Melbourne experience rather than just providing a bed for the night.

Spencer Street Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 7 adults, 2 children
Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 2 children
Executive One-Bedroom Apartment with Balconyextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 2 children
Executive Two-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony – Lower Level2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Spencer Street Apartments

  • Elia from Indonesia (9/10)

    The accomodation is new, in a quite neighbourhood, near from Victoria Izlamic Council, Flagstaff Garden, and walking distance to Queen Victoria Market.

  • Catherine from Australia (9/10)

    We got upgraded to the Flagstaff Green apartments and they were exactly as pictured.

  • Ron from United Kingdom (8/10)

    It was a good quality nice apartment.
    Staff were helpful.
    They hadn't noticed that the bathroom sink was blocked when I arrived. But they promptly sorted it.

  • Olwyn from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Location excellent- parking available- clean comfortable and laundry facilities

  • Melanie from New Zealand (7/10)

    It was nice and comfortable. Good air conditioning (which was good because it was hot). Was still a nice enough stay. Very good size television.

  • Stewart from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Welcoming & helpful staff, easy location for the CBD, comfortable beds, good quality linens

  • Renee from Australia (8/10)

    Great amenities, washer and dryer in one was a nice surprise. Beds were comfortable and clean

  • Mariana from Australia (8/10)

  • Herelyn from Australia (9/10)

    Mostly everything

  • Izakovic from Australia (8/10)

    It was clean and spacious

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Rialto Towers: 1.2 km
  • Docklands Park: 1.4 km
  • Carlton Gardens: 1.3 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1.6 km
  • Newquay Central Park: 1.3 km
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 1.1 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.4 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 850 m
  • Melbourne Star Observation Wheel: 1.4 km
  • North West Patch Community Garden: 1.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Kebab Kingz: 150 m
  • Restaurant The Moghals: 250 m
  • Restaurant Spencer St Gallery: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 2.1 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 3.5 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 2.5 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.6 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 2.2 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 2.7 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 3.8 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 4.2 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 2.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 4 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: 600 m
  • Train Southern Cross Station: 800 m
  • Train Flagstaff Train Station: 600 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 1.2 km
  • 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
  • Alarm clock

Kitchen:

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

Parking:

  • Parking garage

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Spencer Street Apartments

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 20:00
  • 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:

9.1

Comfort:

8.7

Location:

8.7

Free WiFi:

8.5

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

8.7

Value for money:

8.5