18 Aquitania Way, Docklands, Docklands, 3008 Melbourne, Australia
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The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments Overview

First Impressions

Walking into The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments, you immediately get that “this is where I could actually live” feeling rather than the typical hotel vibe. It’s a four-star property that sits right in the heart of Melbourne’s Docklands district, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The building has that modern Australian apartment complex feel — clean lines, lots of glass, and you can tell it’s designed for people who might be staying weeks rather than just a few nights.

The Apartment Experience

What really sets this place apart is that you’re getting an actual apartment, not just a hotel room with a mini-fridge. Each unit comes with a proper kitchen — and I mean a real one where you could cook a proper meal if you wanted to. The living spaces are generous, which is something you really appreciate after spending days exploring Melbourne and needing somewhere to properly unwind. The furnishings are modern but comfortable, nothing too fancy but definitely functional for longer stays.

Location Perks

Here’s what I love about the Docklands location — you’re close enough to the CBD that you can walk or take a quick tram ride into the city center, but far enough out that you’re not dealing with the constant noise and crowds. The waterfront is literally right there, which means morning walks along the harbor become part of your routine. Plus, there’s decent shopping and dining options within walking distance, so you’re not completely dependent on heading into the city for everything.

Practical Considerations

The breakfast situation is pretty solid — they offer continental and vegetarian options, plus breakfast to go if you’re the type who likes to grab something and explore early. There’s parking available on-site, which honestly is a huge relief in Melbourne where finding a spot can be a real headache. The spa facilities are nice for unwinding after long days of sightseeing, though nothing too elaborate. What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to understand that many guests are staying for extended periods, so they’re helpful with local recommendations and practical stuff like where to find groceries.

Why Guests Love It

The location score of 9.0 really tells the story here — couples especially seem to love how the Docklands gives you that perfect balance of being connected to Melbourne while having your own peaceful corner. You know what really makes the difference? It’s having space to spread out and actually live a bit, rather than feeling cramped in a traditional hotel room. The serviced apartment setup means you can do laundry, cook when you want to save money or just fancy a quiet night in, and generally feel more settled. It’s particularly great if you’re in Melbourne for work or an extended stay, but even for a regular vacation, having that extra space and those home-like amenities makes the whole experience more relaxed.

The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom, Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony and Water View4 × 1 double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 7 adults, 4 children
Two-Bedroom with Balcony and Water View4 × 1 double bed for 5 adults, 3 children
Two-Bedroom Apartment with One Queen Bed and One Double Bed4 × 1 double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
One Bedroom Apartment with Balcony and Water View2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
One Bedroom Apartment with One Queen Bed2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Studio Apartment with Balcony1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments

  • Shady from Lebanon (8/10)

    Great location perfect size and beautiful furniture

  • Lynne from Australia (9/10)

    Plenty of space and clean

  • Rachel from Australia (9/10)

    The location was excellent, and the staff extremely helpful – 5 stars to Julia on reception!

  • Alyssa from Australia (8/10)

    The property was clean and tidy. The location was amazing.

  • Christie from Australia (7/10)

    Location was great

  • Sharan from Australia (9/10)

    Great appartment and very friendly, helpful staff. I would recomend

  • Michelle from Australia (8/10)

    The location and facilities were good, staff are friendly, helpful and know the area well.

  • Rachel from Australia (7/10)

    We stayed in a fully serviced apartment. The bed was comfy and the room was clean. Our toilet was very noisy the entire time and the TV randomly turned on at 4am. The location was ideal as we had an event on at Marvel.

  • Nikola from Australia (8/10)

    Proximity and had all necessary amenities

  • Trent from Australia (8/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Point Park: 2.2 km
  • Rialto Towers: 1.8 km
  • Docklands Park: 850 m
  • Newquay Central Park: 400 m
  • Ron Barassi SNR Park: 700 m
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 1.8 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 2.1 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 1.7 km
  • Melbourne Star Observation Wheel: 600 m
  • North Melbourne Recreation Reserve: 2.1 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Monkey Mania: 30 m
  • Restaurant Mint-O-Mustard: 30 m
  • Restaurant Capri Cafe & Lounge: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 2.9 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 4 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 3.4 km
  • Immigration Museum: 2.3 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 2.5 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 2.9 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 4.4 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 5 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 3.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 4.8 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 9 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 7 km
  • Sandridge Beach: 4.5 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Flagstaff: 1.4 km
  • Train North Melbourne: 1.2 km
  • Train Southern Cross Station: 1.7 km
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 2 km
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 15 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 15 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 20 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 24 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site
  • Barber/beauty shop

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • Mandarin
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Thai
  • Filipino

Cleaning services:

  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

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

Services & Extras:

  • Wake-up service
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Media & Technology:

  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
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House Rules at The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 23:30
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 00:00 to 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:

8.0

Comfort:

7.6

Location:

8.6

Free WiFi:

7.8

Facilities:

7.4

Cleanliness:

7.6

Value for money:

7.2