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lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne

4.0 star property

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One of a king Plus (Balcony) | Balcony
Restaurant
Side by Side
Lobby
A hotel entrance with a clear view of the street, a sign for 'On Elizabeth Melbourne,' and a visible address '489 Elizabeth Street.'

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

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489 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, RMIT University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

One of a Kind

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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One of a king Plus (Balcony)

One of a king Plus (Balcony)

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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

One of a Kind Plus

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Interior

One of a Kind Plus (Accessible)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Side by Side

Side by Side

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite Lyf

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Melbourne

Lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne places you in the centre of Melbourne, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Business amenities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Melbourne Central Business District hotel, attractions include University of Melbourne and Bourke Street Mall.

What's nearby

  • Queen Victoria Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • RMIT University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Library of Victoria - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 19 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪St. ALi & The Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bratwurst Shop & Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Captain Melville - ‬3 min walk

About this property

lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne also features a fitness centre, laundry facilities, and a lift.

This 4-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 8 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bonnibel

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 8 to 35 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night

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, 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

The closest beach to lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne is St Kilda Beach (7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

As of 2 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne on 28 July 2026 start from AU$132, 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.

What makes lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne.

Does lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

No, lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

No, pets are not allowed.

lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tiong choon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and modern. The location was great. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenience location. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Kerry Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly and helpful staff. No tea and coffee facility in the room itself. We weren't advised of the facilities in Level 1 which would have been nice to know about. Overall great visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Long Dinh

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner not working then change to another room then Leaking water in bathroom No hot water Death safe. Took 3 days to open I have never been experienced hotel with terrible facility like that
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Bronya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Hayley

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

wei-chieh

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026