Arrow on Swanston

3.5 star property

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Premium Penthouse Apartment | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool
Premium Penthouse Apartment | City view
Exterior
Two Single Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
488 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC, 3053
  • Lygon Street
    5 min walk
  • Melbourne Central
    6 min walk
  • Queen Victoria Market
    7 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    25 min drive

Room options

Studio Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • 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 Single Bed

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

4 Bedrooms Apartment

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

Two Single Bedroom Apartment

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

Deluxe Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Triple Single Beds Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Premium Penthouse Apartment

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

Penthouse Apartment

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

Deluxe Family Apartment

  • 27 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

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

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Two Single Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe King Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

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

Spacious Family Apartment

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

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Penthouse Apartment

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

Triple Single beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

One Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

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

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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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Arrow on Swanston's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Melbourne Central. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a restaurant are available. Built in 2003, this comfortable aparthotel has 200 apartments over 9 floors. Each apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchenette, a sitting area and an LCD TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Cafe Crema, a café that serves local cuisine
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Lygon Street and Queen Victoria Market
Arrow on Swanston offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Business amenities include a business centre and 4 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this aparthotel measures 9688 square feet (900 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Arrow on Swanston. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Melbourne aparthotel is smoke free.

Cafe Crema – This café specialises 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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100.00 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.

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

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 2239 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 259 out of 2239 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinning area of the hotel is very big and beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is located in the centre of the city due to which it is easy to find and get things easily
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service is quite nice and all the staff members are very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Communication was average, cleanliness was average. Since arriving home my son in law and 4 year old have bed bites over them. Have emailed Arrow on Swanson and no reply Will not stay her again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is located in the heart of city due to which it’s quiet safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Pippa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local culture is quite different
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Numerous of shopping centre are available near the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brendan

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was broken in our room the pictures dont do it justice it looks nothing like the pictures and the bathroom was small as and the back door didn’t lock it was terrible
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking space is very enough
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pippa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local cultural is very different and unique
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property area is quite safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lillian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local culture has unique characteristics
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Numerous dining options are available nearby the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grocery stores are at walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area around property is very safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pippa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area around property is very peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pippa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Numerous of shopping malls are located near the property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area around property is quite safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lots are open for visitors
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local culture is very different and nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is very quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Transport vehicles are easily available
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is easily available
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grocery is easily available nearby property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area around property is safe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024