Arrow on Swanston | Apartment in Melbourne

| 5.5 (7743 Reviews) | 124 Bedrooms 13 Bathrooms 43 Guests

Carlton South Apartment | Arrow on Swanston

124 Bedroom Apartment in Carlton South, Melbourne

Located at 488 Swanston Street, Carlton, Arrow on Swanston puts you within steps of Melbourne's most iconic destinations. Lygon Street's famous restaurant strip is a 5-minute walk, while Chinatown, Queen Victoria Market, and the Melbourne CBD are within easy reach. The University of Melbourne, RMIT University, and State Library Victoria are all nearby, making us the ideal base for academics, researchers, and visiting professionals. Royal Melbourne Hospital and St Vincent's Hospital are just a 4-minute drive, perfect for medical travelers and hospital visitors. Tram stops at your doorstep connect you to the entire city within minutes. Accommodations Every apartment at Arrow on Swanston is fully self-contained and thoughtfully appointed with air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities. Our well-equipped kitchens and dedicated dining areas make longer stays comfortable and cost-effective — everything you need to live like a local in Melbourne. Parking We offer ample on-site secure parking for guests — a rare and valuable convenience in inner-city Melbourne. No circling the block, no expensive public car parks. Your vehicle is safe and accessible throughout your stay. Dining & Café Our onsite café is open 7 days a week, serving hot meals and refreshing drinks through to late evening — so whether you're grabbing an early breakfast before a busy day or winding down after a night out, we have you covered. No need to venture out for a late bite. Facilities Stay active in our fully equipped fitness center or take a dip in our outdoor pool. Additional amenities include a self-service laundry, beauty salon, and a convenience store for everyday essentials — everything designed to make your stay as effortless as possible. Nearby Attractions 🍽 Lygon Street restaurant and café precinct — 5 min walk 🏪 Queen Victoria Market — 10 min walk 🥢 Chinatown Melbourne — 10 min walk 🎓 University of Melbourne — 4 min drive 🎓 RMIT University — 5 min walk 📚 State Library Victoria — 8 min walk 🏥 Royal Melbourne Hospital — 4 min drive 🏥 St Vincent's Hospital — 4 min drive 🌿 Carlton Gardens & Royal Exhibition Building — 10 min walk 🎭 Melbourne CBD & Bourke Street Mall — 10 min walk 🚃 Tram access to the entire city — at your doorstep

Arrow on Swanston is located in Melbourne.

This 124 Bedrooms Apartment is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Accessibility, Wellness Facilities, Air Conditioner, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 7743 reviews with the average score of 5.5 . Coming to Melbourne and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Apartment for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 124 Bedrooms Apartment if you want to learn more about this place in Melbourne. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Arrow on Swanston in Melbourne is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Arrow on Swanston”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Apartment, please let us know.

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Pool

Designated Smoking Area

Balcony/Terrace

Accessibility

Security/Safety

EV Charge Station

Business Services

Wellness Facilities

Fireplace/Heating

Guest Services

Child Friendly

Internet

Laundry

Facility Overview

Parking

Electric vehicle charging station

Accessible parking

Private Parking

Parking

Parking on site

Parking garage

Activities

Locker rooms

Fitness

Sauna

Fitness center

General

Elevator

Convenience store on site

Non-smoking rooms

Smoke-free property

Designated smoking area

Heating

Air conditioning

Hypoallergenic room available

Family rooms

Wifi in all areas

Guest Services

Express check-in/out

Baggage storage

Lockers

Concierge

24-hour front desk

Vending machine (drinks)

Hair/Beauty salon

Business center

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Laundry

Fax/Photocopying

Vending machine (snacks)

Private check-in/out

Invoice provided

Internet

Wifi

Free Wifi

Internet

Outdoors

Terrace

Sun deck

Outdoor furniture

Outdoor pool (year-round)

Outdoor pool

Security/Safety

CCTV in common areas

CCTV outside property

Key card access

Smoke alarms

Security alarm

24-hour security

Fire extinguishers

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Physical distancing in dining areas

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Access to healthcare professionals

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Process in place to check health of guests

First aid kits available

Thermometers for guests provided by property

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Face masks for guests available

Cashless payment available

Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Contactless check-in/out

Physical distancing rules followed

Spa

Swimming pool

Saltwater pool

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a visa or mastercard credit card, please note that there is a 1.8% charge when you pay with an american express or jcb credit card, please note that there is a 3.8% charge when you pay with a diners club credit card, please note check-in time is from 14.00 until 23:00. guests arriving outside reception opening hours must contact the hotel prior to arrival using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, to receive late check-in instructions, please note that this hotel requires a aud 100 credit card pre-authorization upon check in. if a valid credit card cannot be provided for authorization purposes, please note that a aud 100 bond from a debit card or cash payment will need to be provided on arrival, please note parking is subject to availability and extra charges apply, please note that all rooms are individually furnished and the photos are presented as a guide only, upon arrival, guest will be required to sign a standard registration form and accept the terms and conditions therein for his/her stay, hotel has the right to charge on nominated credit cards / bond that registered at check in for compensation after guests check out or before bond is refunded in the event of:, 1) any damage caused to hotel rooms during guests stay, including room structure, hotel furniture, etc, 2) any hotel properties have been removed from the rooms, 3) special cleaning required due to conditions of the room after check-out.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:

8.05

Location:

8.99

Staff:

8.48

Facilities:

7.44

Comfort:

7.91

Cleanliness:

7.99

Madison

Jun 1, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 9

United Kingdom

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Easy to get to. Good location. The staff were excellent in making our stay comfortable by upgrading us and letting us check in a bit early.

Negative: The doors were thin so we could hear people talking in the hall way. But only a handful of times.

Summary: Easy convenient comfy

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
One-Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 27 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Pool and Spa Shallow end Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Two Single Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 43 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Pool and Spa Shallow end Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Two Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 46 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Pool and Spa Shallow end Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 31 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Pool and Spa Shallow end Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Studio Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 19 m² 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Living Area Desk, Dining area, Sitting area Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Pool and Spa Shallow end Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 28 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs Activities Sauna Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Family Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 38 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs View View Activities Sauna Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Studio Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 28 m² 3 Twin bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Dining area, Sitting area Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe King Apartment Room Type: Studio Room Size: 38 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Patio Living Area Desk, Dining area, Sitting area Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs Activities Sauna Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Four-Bedroom Penthouse Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 150 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Twin bed(s) Bed 2 Twin bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed 1 Queen bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Guest bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix) General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Terrace, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Childrens' cribs View View, City view Activities Sauna Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
One Bedroom Penthouse Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 90 m² 1 Sofa bed Bed 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix) General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Terrace, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area View View, City view Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Family Penthouse Apartment Room Type: Apartment Room Size: 75 m² 2 Full bed(s) Bed 1 Sofa bed Bed	Food & Drink Tea/Coffee maker Bathroom Bathtub or shower, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Body soap, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet paper Media & Technology TV, Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix) General Carpeted, Key card access, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Iron, Heating, Air conditioning Kitchen Kitchenware, Microwave, High chair, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Refrigerator, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Dining table, Toaster, Kitchenette Outdoors Balcony, Terrace, Patio Living Area Desk, Sofa, Sitting area, Dining area View View, City view Activities Sauna Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Childrens' cribs Accessibility Entire unit located on ground floor, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator Room amenities Feather pillow, Sofa bed, Socket near the bed Physical distancing Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this Arrow on Swanston pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Arrow on Swanston?

Check-in time for Arrow on Swanston starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Arrow on Swanston have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Arrow on Swanston has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Arrow on Swanston?

Best-rates for the Arrow on Swanston starts from $71 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Pool, EV Charge Station, Fireplace/Heating, Designated Smoking Area, Business Services, Guest Services, Parking, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Wellness Facilities with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Arrow on Swanston a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this apartment 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the apartment has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Arrow on Swanston wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Arrow on Swanston has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Arrow on Swanston?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Arrow on Swanston indicates 1 day stay policy at this apartment. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Arrow on Swanston?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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