185 Orrong Road, 3183 Melbourne, Australia
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Your Home Away from Home Overview

Welcome to Your Home Away from Home, a charming 3-star hotel nestled in the picturesque neighborhood of St. Kilda East, located at 185 Orrong Road in Melbourne, Australia. This exceptional accommodation lives up to its name, offering guests a warm, inviting atmosphere that truly feels like a home away from their own. With an impressive guest rating of 9.1, this hotel stands as one of Melbourne’s most beloved mid-range options, consistently delighting visitors with its perfect balance of comfort, service, and value. Situated in the vibrant 3183 postal code area, Your Home Away from Home enjoys a privileged location that serves as an ideal base for exploring Melbourne’s diverse attractions. Orrong Road places you in a leafy, residential district that showcases the authentic Melbourne lifestyle while providing easy access to the city’s famous landmarks. Just a short distance from the hotel, visitors can enjoy the scenic beauty of Alma Park, explore the bustling Chapel Street shopping precinct, or take a quick tram ride to experience St. Kilda Beach’s famous shoreline and entertainment options. The hotel’s strategic position offers the best of both worlds – a peaceful retreat from the urban hustle yet convenient proximity to Melbourne’s cultural heart, dining hotspots, and transport connections to the CBD, South Yarra, and other key destinations. What truly sets Your Home Away from Home apart, as reflected in its outstanding 9.1 rating, is its commitment to personalized service and attention to detail. Despite its modest 3-star classification, the hotel consistently exceeds expectations by offering amenities and experiences typically associated with higher-tier establishments. The accommodations strike a perfect balance between functionality and comfort, with thoughtfully designed rooms that cater to both business and leisure travelers. Each space is meticulously maintained, creating an environment where guests can truly relax and recharge. The hotel’s dedicated staff members serve as knowledgeable local ambassadors, ready to provide insider tips on experiencing Melbourne like a local – from hidden cafés and restaurants to lesser-known cultural gems. This genuine care for guest experiences, combined with the hotel’s excellent value proposition, explains why Your Home Away from Home has earned such exceptional reviews and cultivated a loyal following of repeat visitors who consider it their preferred Melbourne accommodation. Whether you’re visiting for business, pleasure, or a bit of both, this outstanding 3-star property promises a Melbourne stay that feels authentically welcoming and memorably comfortable.

Your Home Away from Home Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Apartment – Ground Floorlarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults
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Reviews of Your Home Away from Home

  • Diyang from Singapore (10/10)

    Fully functional place, perfect for families and short/long term stays (kitchen, laundry, etc)
    Clean
    Quiet
    Separate bath and shower

  • Bridie from Australia (8/10)

    Quiet. Comfortable.

  • Trevor from Australia (8/10)

    LOCATION was a little out of the way but once we got ourselves organised with the public transport all ok

  • Hayley from Australia (8/10)

    Comfortable bed
    Good kitchen facilities
    Good bathroom

  • Kevin from Australia (8/10)

    Comfy. Close to all. Filled all requirements. Quiet.

  • Deborah from Australia (10/10)

    Quite clean close to hospital

  • Deb from Australia (9/10)

    Very well presented , very clean and comfortable easy location

  • Rebekah from Australia (10/10)

    Quiet, stylish and clean

  • Ameystrack from Australia (10/10)

    Hannah's property is fantastic. A private courtyard, a lovely leather lounge, well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, a very comfortable bed, and a pretty fancy bathroom.

  • Matt from Australia (10/10)

    Clean, easy to access and provided all I needed.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Alma Park: 2 km
  • Penders Park: 1.8 km
  • Memorial Park: 1.4 km
  • Alma Park West: 2.7 km
  • Clarke Reserve: 2.4 km
  • Elsternwick Plaza: 1.5 km
  • Burnett Grey Gardens: 1.4 km
  • Ben Alexander Reserve: 1.5 km
  • William Street Reserve: 1.4 km
  • St Kilda Community Gardens Club: 1.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Mylo Thai: 350 m
  • Restaurant Dial A Gino’s: 400 m
  • Restaurant Glovers Station: 400 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 8 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 13 km
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 9 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 10 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 8 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 9 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 7 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 8 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 7 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Albert Park Lake: 5 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 3.5 km
  • Hampton Beach: 7 km
  • Brighton Beach: 5 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 3.4 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 4.7 km

Public transport:

  • Train Ripponlea: 1.4 km
  • Metro Parliament: 9 km
  • Train Ripponlea Station: 1.4 km
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 9 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 30 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 15 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 22 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

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

Bathroom:

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

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Garden view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Most popular facilities:

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Air conditioning

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).:

  • Street parking
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House Rules at Your Home Away from Home

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 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:

9.5

Comfort:

9.7

Location:

9.5

Free WiFi:

9.2

Facilities:

9.3

Cleanliness:

9.6

Value for money:

9.4