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City Stays

Property class: 3

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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a glass door leading to a balcony.
A modern living room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa with decorative pillows, a standing lamp, and a small table with books.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a large mirror, and a view of the city through the window.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There are two wooden stools and a white console table with books and a vase.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Explore the area

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181 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bourke Street Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a glass door leading to a balcony.

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for City Apartment, 1 Bedroom

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

City Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Grand Studio, Balcony

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a view of a cityscape through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Grand Studio, Balcony

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio, Balcony

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

Superior Studio, Balcony

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio, Balcony

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and a sofa.

Superior Studio, Balcony

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for City Studio

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a city view, a flat-screen TV, and a phone on the desk.

City Studio

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Melbourne

City Stays places you in the centre of Melbourne, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. A kitchenette, a microwave and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free apartment building offers express check-out and a lift. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Hardware Lane - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Melbourne Central - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • RMIT University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Flagstaff Station - 4 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zawaddi Thai Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪American Doughnuts Food Truck - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Operator25 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Workshop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rose Garden BBQ - ‬4 min walk

About this property

City Stays

City Stays offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-out, and a lift. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3-star Melbourne apartment is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
City Stays offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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 (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In the city centre

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)

General

  • 30 units
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave your keys/access cards on the study desk within your apartment. Exit the apartment, ensure the door is locked, then exit the building.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

City Stays Apartment
City Stays Melbourne
City Stays Apartment Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to City Stays?

The closest beach to City Stays is St Kilda Beach (6.8 km).

How much does it cost to stay at City Stays?

As of 31 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Stays on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$120, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at City Stays?

No, City Stays does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at City Stays?

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

Are pets allowed at City Stays?

No, pets are not allowed.

City Stays Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 145 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alex

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Exactly what I needed when I needed it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Convenient place to explore the city
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Avinash

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Located in heart of the city. Nice views
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
If I’m ever in Melbourne again, I’ll seriously consider staying at City Stays again! Great property in a fantastic location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, tidy, great location, good value
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leane

Yes nice place good valuy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Parthena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

SHAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good location and value for money if you an apartment in the city - close to Victoria markets and Trams
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent accomodation in a great location. The apartment was clean and spacious and had everything you needed-a kitchenette and a washing machine
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome staff and clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What an amazing and cheap way to stay in the heart of the CBD. A full apartment with a beautiful overview of the Queen Victoria Market. It was clean and the check in process was so much easier than I expected. 10/10 will be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect location to explore the city, buses and train stops within easy walking distance Apartment was clean with good aircon, functional, stocked kitchenette 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A good price and location. Great kitchenette. View was as shown in the photos (none). A/c is noisy but I didn’t need to use it. Hand basin is really too small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful, welcoming, informative staff! Great location!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth Poh Suan

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Clean room. Conveniently located. You won’t be go hungry as there are many eateries and stores within reach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Was easy to check in friendly check-in chap. A few things in the room were broken. Otherwise overall very happy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Clean, had everything I needed, comfortable bed. Check-in was a bit difficult
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Check-in, communication
Nice a close to Victoria market. Within the free tram zone .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was clean and well appointed
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet & comfortable - would stay here again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
clean, quiet, cool. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything excellent as always. Repeat customer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arman

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was wonderful best experience, the only thing I didn’t like was the tv wasn’t a smart tv other than that it was really really good.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Unit serviceable and clean. It met our expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Winifred

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
From the meet and greet, to the room, to the location... was great... room really clean and perfect for a city stay... Easy to contact, would definitely stay again... thanks....
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026