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Arrow on Swanston

3.5 star property
Family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel in Carlton with a fitness centre

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Living area
City view
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is S$89
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

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Studio Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe King Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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4 Bedrooms Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
4 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Two Single Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Two Bedrooms Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Triple Single Beds Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Premium Penthouse Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Penthouse Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Family Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

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

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Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Two Single Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe King Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

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

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Spacious Family Apartment

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

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Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Penthouse Apartment

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

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Triple Single beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

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

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About the area

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488 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053

What's nearby

  • Queen Victoria Market - 7 min walk
  • Melbourne Museum - 14 min walk
  • Princess Theatre - 14 min walk
  • Royal Melbourne Hospital - 18 min walk
  • Marvel Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 7 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bang Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Captain Melville - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hareruya Pantry - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ini Studio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Humble Rays - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Arrow on Swanston

Family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel in Carlton with a fitness centre
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a fitness centre are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a sauna and a conference centre are on-site. Each apartment provides an LCD TV with digital channels, plus a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 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 a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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

Guests aged 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.

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 transport

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

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free cot
  • Highchair

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Crema

Kitchenette

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

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 centre
  • Conference centre (9,688 square foot 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.8 per cent 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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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 per cent

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
On-site 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 that 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 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Arrow on Swanston have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Arrow on Swanston?

As of 2 Feb,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arrow on Swanston on 4 Feb,2025 start from S$89.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Arrow on Swanston pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Arrow on Swanston?

Self-parking is available for AUD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Arrow on Swanston?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Arrow on Swanston?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arrow on Swanston located?

This family-friendly Melbourne aparthotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Lygon Street and Queen Victoria Market. Royal Exhibition Building and Melbourne Museum are also within 15 minutes. Melbourne Central Station is 7 minutes by foot and Flagstaff Station is 14 minutes.

Arrow on Swanston Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 276 out of 2361 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff is very good and helpful to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay with all facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Chit

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and worthy stay with all facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel having spacious bedrooms with the pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

The property was worth the price I paid. Unfortunate strong curry smell in room throughout my stay and in hall way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members were very helpful and very supportive
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay with great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and nice place for the weekend and family party
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jy Lam

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff and good service too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liam

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leonie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Every negative review written about Arrow apartments is correct. I just hope others read the negative stuff before booking. You will be in basic, old, smelly tiny rooms. We booked the DELUX 2 Bedroom apartment.Website images are not true, or they have one renovated room for the photos. Our room had worn carpet that is lifting and a trip hazard, odd old and cracked floor tiles, aged fridge that didn’t get cold ( other reviews complain of the same problem). Hole in wall near the sofa bed, cracked shower glass and grout with mould in the shower. No plug for sink. Dishwashing liquid in an old water bottle with NO labelling.( high risk for children accidentally swallowing). The chain for blind was broken from the wall bracket ( a child hanging risk). Paint work is patched up and the aged furnishing of op shop quality.No mattress protectors, one had an old doona cover the other a very old blanket under sheets. Doona was paper thin and torn in numerous places. Previous reviews complaining about the bad smell in lift area. There is a garbage disposal shute next to the lift.It smelt like a week old dead animal. Reception knew about it but said there’s nothing they could do. There is no ventilation, it’s a health risk. This is a sub standard accommodation and should not be permitted to use the word DELUX, nicely appointed or any words referring to it being nice place. It is basic, old uni accommodation. I pity the the poor students that have to live there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay with spacious rooms and clean washrooms for the guests
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very good and very helpful, cuisine were good and I was able to get the best out from them
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kylie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrified stay with friendly and supportive staff and the welcome gifts were also amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay for family, great facilities with delicious food and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew, Erskineville

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good but the hotel is run down and extremely tired. Reception staff were friendly but check in process was slow. The room was a small and crampt and does not bear any resemblance to the pictures on Expedia. The room had a terrible smell of carpet freshener which appears to be to cover the smell of cigarettes despite warning signs of a $500 dollar fine for smoking. The room was mostly clean but upon pulling back the bed covers there were stains on the sheet and a long black hair. The air conditioning unit was old but worked well. The shower head was broken and had to be held to direct the water. The pool area is nice but you have to go to another building to get to it and the corridor to the pool was full of bags of rubbish. The location is great and a tram stop right outside. You get what you pay for but there are a lot of similar priced properties in Melbourne that give better value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities for the guests and the staff members are of welcoming nature
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, perfect food for the family and friends, rooms were too clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, friendly staff, great food and great service for all the guests
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diego

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025