Aparthotel

Arrow on Swanston

3.5 star property

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Premium Penthouse Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Front of property - evening/night
4 Bedrooms Apartment | Terrace/patio
Premium Penthouse Apartment | City view
Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
488 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • Queen Victoria Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Marvel Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe King Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

4 Bedrooms Apartment

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Two Single Bedroom Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Triple Single Beds Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Premium Penthouse Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Penthouse Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Family Apartment

  • 291 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Two Single Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe King Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Four Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 8

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Spacious Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Double Beds

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Triple Single beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Arrow on Swanston

3.5-star aparthotel in Carlton
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a sauna, and a conference center are onsite. Each apartment provides an LCD TV with digital channels, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a rainfall shower.
Arrow on Swanston offers 200 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

In addition to an outdoor pool, Arrow on Swanston provides a sauna and a fitness center. The aparthotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Business-related amenities at this 3.5-star property consist of a business center and 4 meeting rooms.

Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Event facilities measuring 9688 square feet (900 square meters) include a conference center. This family-friendly aparthotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Arrow on Swanston is a smoke-free property.

Cafe Crema - This café specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Indonesian, Spanish, Thai

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free crib
  • High chair

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Crema

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (9,688 square feet of space)
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 200 units
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2003

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.8 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: AUD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.8 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Property is also known as

Arrow Swanston Apartment Carlton
Arrow Swanston Carlton
Arrow Swanston Aparthotel Carlton
Arrow Swanston
Arrow Swanston Aparthotel
Arrow on Swanston Carlton
Arrow on Swanston Aparthotel
Arrow on Swanston Aparthotel Carlton

Arrow on Swanston Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 784 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 471 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 302 out of 2597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 309 out of 2597 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Tammy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was terrible, dirty, and tiny with a unsafe spiral staircase to get to the toilet and bedroom. the lift was always full as the other lift wasnt working and it is also student accomodation. would not stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Auren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was convenient and staff was very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members were very polite, nice and, willing to help. The room was well kept, had modern amenities and was extremely functional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and very modern. The staff are attentive and willing to help meet your requests as quickly as possible.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Welch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is convenient, the property very well-managed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Feny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and clean room with modern facilities, sumptuous food in complementary breakfast, fast service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Deborah

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Property was run down and I wished I had changed rooms earlier than after 2 nights as there were baby cockroaches coming up out of a hole in the floor near a pipe… the pool was clean but around it was dirty and old. My deluxe upgrade was much better though but views of rubbish out the back was disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinlan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow what a hotel. Everything was very luxurious and the price was so good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Orlait

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience. Staff was very warm and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mordecai

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel has excellent Food, Team, Facilities and Rooms. We had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saleon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained and well equipped rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food options covering for everyone. Everything thing taste fresh and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garima

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very very different rooms to what is shown on the picture. Booked deluxe family apartment but ended up with a room size of a compact box. The room was 1bedroom room made as 2bed and named as deluxe where there was no proper ventilation for air. On top of that, the cupboards were dirty and greasy when touched. The spoons, cups and all utensils were dirty not in a condition to use. Everything around there was greasy even the sponge was dirty. Paid for parking but another person asked for parking charge and when told it was paid and check the records he was rude. And ended up not updating the parking authority on the card. We had to call everytime for both entry and exit. Very very very inconvenient and cheap hotel to what was expected. So Much money for a piece of box. Stinky bed and towels and cockroaches. Finally after showing frustration they offered another apartment with double beds when we had booked for queen, this room stink of pee. We had to spray our perfumes to be able to stay in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rowan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute value for money stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was smooth. Staff were polite
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were neat, functional, u will find everything that u expect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vespera

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location. The variety of foods for breakfast included traditiona
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, good breakfast, handy pool with shower and towels available
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Was ok for price. Public transport at the door. But too far from the station where the airport bus takes you too. If you arrive too late to Melbourne, the public transport system will have ceased for the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheril

Traveled with family
Did not match what was in the pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Two night stay

Two night stay, friendly staff, room clean and comfortable but dated, great location with a busy tram stop out the front
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fairchild

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was first class. The room was spacious and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radcliffe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The architecture beauty of the hotel..epitome of heritage and modern luxury
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful, excellent breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was first class. The room was spacious and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025