The Marker Apartments Melbourne

The Marker Apartments Melbourne Overview

First Impressions

Walking into The Marker Apartments Melbourne, you immediately get that “this is different” feeling. It’s not your typical hotel setup — this four-star property feels more like stepping into a friend’s really well-appointed city apartment. The lobby has this modern, understated vibe that doesn’t try too hard, and honestly, that’s refreshing when you’ve been dealing with overly flashy hotel chains.

Location & Getting Around

The Spencer Street location in West Melbourne is actually brilliant, and I mean that. You’re close enough to the CBD that you can walk to most places (Southern Cross Station is practically next door), but far enough out that you’re not dealing with the chaos of Swanston Street tourists. What really sold me was the parking situation — they’ve got private spots on-site, which if you’ve ever tried to park in Melbourne’s city fringe, you know is worth its weight in gold. Couples seem to particularly love this spot, and I get why — it’s got that perfect balance of urban energy without the noise.

The Apartment Experience

Here’s where things get interesting. Each unit comes with a proper kitchen, and I’m talking full-sized appliances, not those tiny hotel fridges that barely fit a bottle of wine. The room layouts are spacious — you actually have space to unpack and spread out, which makes longer stays feel natural rather than cramped. The furnishings strike that sweet spot between contemporary and comfortable, though I’d say the real winner is the natural light that floods in through those generous windows.

Practical Perks

You know what I appreciated most? The little things that show someone actually thought about how people live. The washing machines in each unit (because who wants to pack three weeks’ worth of clothes), decent Wi-Fi that doesn’t drop out every five minutes, and air conditioning that actually works properly. The building itself feels secure without being fortress-like, and the staff are helpful without being hovering. It’s that kind of place where you can grab groceries and cook dinner if you want, or head out to explore Melbourne’s incredible food scene.

Why Guests Love It

The 8.9 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve stayed here. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in Melbourne, but it absolutely nails what modern travelers actually want — space, flexibility, and a location that works. Whether you’re here for business and need somewhere that feels like home base, or you’re exploring the city and want easy access without the tourist trap pricing, this place delivers. The fact that couples rate the location so highly tells you something — it’s got that romantic city vibe without the chaos, and honestly, that’s harder to find than you’d think in Melbourne’s inner suburbs.

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Reviews of The Marker Apartments Melbourne

• Syed from Qatar (9/10)

  The location was excellent. A fifteen to twenty minutes walk from station, park and other places of interest for us.

• Lynette from Australia (9/10)

  Fabulous location with an easy walk to Spencer St Station. Apartment was well appointed. Very spacious. Building secure. Easy parking. Will definitely stay here again.

• Alison from New Zealand (9/10)

  Nicely appointed apartment, relatively quiet.

• Mary from Australia (9/10)

  The apartment was in a quiet suburb and a great size for our stay. Separate bedroom, bathroom, open planned kitchen, dining, second office like area/extra bedroom and lounge gave 2 of us plenty of space. Lots of cupboard space in bedroom, kitchen, and living areas.
  Short walk to Queen Victoria Markets and 57 tram (from stop 10) into CBD via Elizabeth Rd or train to Spencer Street Station via North Melbourne station. Several supermarkets within a short walk.
  Small balcony with garden view.

• Curtis from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The only place I’ve stayed in 7 months travelling that truly deserves a 10/10! The decor, the cleanliness, the in-room facilities. A fancy oven. Fancy bathrooms. Fancy bedrooms. Everything’s clean!!! – similar priced places are a lot worse. This is the place to go.

• Janine from United States (9/10)

  Very spacious room with full sized kitchen.
  Although a very walkable location, having secure parking on site at an affordable price is a big plus!
  There's also an Aldi supermarket downstairs which is very handy.

• Bridget from Australia (9/10)

  Very comfy, nice space and big enough. Staff were lovely.

• Shreekunda from Australia (9/10)

  Eveything was fine. Good for value. Perfect spot

• Christoph from Germany (9/10)

  Spacious and clean appartment. Well equiped (except for towels).
  Supermarket around the corner.
  Nice view from the balcony towards downtown Melbourne. Only a short walk to Melbourne CBD, Parks, Cafés, Restaurants etc.
  Wasching Maschine, washing detergent and dryer was a plus.

• Kareri from Kenya (9/10)

  Everything in the apartment, location and security

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