Aparthotel

Alston Apartments Hotel

2.5 star property
Aparthotel units with kitchens, 6-minute walk to University of Melbourne

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Property entrance
Standard Studio | Private kitchen
Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
Standard Studio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Apart-hotel

1 bathroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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138 Elgin St, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • Place, University of Melbourne
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Melbourne

At Alston Apartments Hotel you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from University of Melbourne and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Melbourne Central. Highlights at this aparthotel include in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features an espresso maker, a hairdryer and a desk. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a microwave and a stovetop. Housekeeping is available on request. .This smoke-free aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-out. Added amenities include laundry facilities, luggage storage and locker space. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Carlton aparthotel include Queen Victoria Market and Collins Street.

What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Melbourne Central - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Collins Street - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 3 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 9 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brunetti - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fenton Farmhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy Watson's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Intersection Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Alston Apartments Hotel

Aparthotel units with kitchens, 6-minute walk to University of Melbourne
Alston Apartments Hotel offers its guests concierge services, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Melbourne aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Alston Apartments Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Melbourne aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a business district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 22 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 28 June 2025 to 30 June 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.

Property is also known as

Alston Apartments Carlton
Alston Apartments Hotel Carlton
Alston Apartments Hotel Aparthotel
Alston Apartments Hotel Aparthotel Carlton

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Alston Apartments Hotel?

The closest beach to Alston Apartments Hotel is St Kilda Beach (8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alston Apartments Hotel?

No, Alston Apartments Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alston Apartments Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Alston Apartments Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Alston Apartments Hotel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ZICHENG, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Good budget hotel options. Not much facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025