28 Timothy Lane, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
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Sweet Home Apartment Melbourne CBD Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked into Sweet Home Apartment Melbourne CBD, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from the Timothy Lane address — it’s one of those narrow laneways that you’d miss if you weren’t looking for it. But you know what? That’s actually part of its charm. This four-star property sits right in the thick of things, and I mean literally in the heart of Melbourne‘s CBD, yet it feels like a quiet retreat from all the city chaos happening just steps away.

The Location Magic

Look, I’ve stayed in plenty of Melbourne accommodations, and location scores don’t lie — this place earned its 9.8 for good reason. You’re within walking distance of everything that matters: Flinders Street Station is practically around the corner, the laneways with their street art and hidden bars are right there, and Collins Street shopping is a five-minute stroll. What really surprised me was how couples seem to gravitate toward this spot — and after spending time here, I totally get why it works so well for romantic getaways.

The Apartment Experience

The apartment itself feels more like a proper home than typical hotel accommodation. There’s a full kitchen that’s actually functional (not one of those tiny hotel kitchenettes that can barely handle instant coffee), which means you can grab fresh produce from Queen Victoria Market and cook a proper meal if you want. The room setup is thoughtfully designed — everything flows naturally, and there’s enough space to spread out without feeling like you’re living on top of each other.

Practical Perks

Here’s something that’ll save you both money and headaches: they’ve got free private parking on site. Trust me, if you’ve ever tried to find parking in Melbourne’s CBD, you’ll know this is basically like striking gold. Most places either don’t have parking at all or charge you an arm and a leg for it. The fact that it’s private means you’re not circling the block at 10 PM looking for a spot or feeding coins into street meters.

Why Guests Love It

What sets this place apart isn’t just the prime location or the practical amenities — it’s how everything comes together to create something that actually feels livable. The 9.4 rating reflects what I experienced: a property that delivers on its promises without any nasty surprises. You get the independence of having your own space, the convenience of being in the absolute center of everything Melbourne has to offer, and the peace of mind that comes with staying somewhere that clearly knows what travelers actually need. It’s the kind of place where you can easily picture yourself settling in for a few days and exploring the city like a local rather than just passing through.

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Sweet Home Apartment Melbourne CBD Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment4 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 7 adults
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Reviews of Sweet Home Apartment Melbourne CBD

  • June from Thailand (10/10)

    Really close to where it happening. Walking distance to shopping and eating place.

  • Mina from Australia (10/10)

    High quality apartment – rooms are soundproof- nice and quiet. Views spectacular. The host was very helpful and responsive. the lift is really quick and the location is very central.

  • Rebecca from Australia (9/10)

    Location

  • Anne from Australia (10/10)

    Great location, the apartment was spotlessly clean and well equipped with some nice welcoming touches, coffee pods, toiletries etc. great city views from the apartment.

  • Adam from Australia (10/10)

    Very helpful hosts!

  • Susan from Australia (10/10)

    The apartment is everything you want in a city stay – great location, well appointed, spotlessly clean and comfortable. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a central apartment close to transport, shops and restaurants. Perfect for a family group.

  • Suresh from Singapore (9/10)

    The property was very central and walking distance to all major attractions such as Victoria market, flinders station and Melbourne central. It had a very nice view and a Christmas tree setup when we arrived.

  • Joshua from Australia (8/10)

    Location

  • Marlee from Australia (10/10)

    Beautiful location, clean and tidy property! Easily accessible. Good communication and very accommodating! Couldn’t fault a thing, highly recommend!

  • Gaylene from Australia (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Wesley Place: 750 m
  • Rialto Towers: 1.1 km
  • Carlton Gardens: 850 m
  • Community Garden: 750 m
  • Immigration Museum: 1 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 850 m
  • Living Legacy Forest: 650 m
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 650 m
  • Manchester Unity Building: 750 m
  • Victoria University City Tower: 250 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Mamak: 40 m
  • Restaurant Hakoya Izakaya: 40 m
  • Restaurant Campari Bistro & Restaurant: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 1.3 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 3.8 km
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 2.1 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 1.7 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.1 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 1.5 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 2.7 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.3 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 3.1 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 1.2 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 2.9 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 Flagstaff: 600 m
  • Train Flagstaff Train Station: 550 m
  • Train Flinders Street Station: 950 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 400 m
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 14 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 15 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 19 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 22 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Sauna

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Common areas:

  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Games room

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Iron
  • Hot tub

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laptop safe
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Entertainment and family services:

  • Baby safety gates
  • Baby safety gates
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House Rules at Sweet Home Apartment Melbourne CBD

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 23:00
  • 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:

9.5

Comfort:

9.6

Location:

9.7

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

9.6

Cleanliness:

9.5

Value for money:

9.2