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Alston Apartments Hotel

2.5 star property
Aparthotel units with kitchens, a short walk to University of Melbourne

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Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating, and a potted plant.
Stylish hallway with a central elevator and potted plants, set against a neutral-toned backdrop.
Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, comfortable bed, and wall-mounted TV.
Cozy seating area with a storage cart and comfortable chair.
Relax in a cozy space with a neatly made bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Apart-hotel

1 bathroomSleeps 220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Alston Apartments Hotel

Aparthotel units with kitchens, a short walk to University of Melbourne
Concierge services, laundry facilities and express check-out are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Each apartment features a kitchen with a stovetop and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a TV with satellite channels. Other amenities that guests will find include an espresso maker and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is available on request.
Alston Apartments Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Melbourne aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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 (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a business district

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 22 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 28 June 2025 to 30 June 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

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 cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property is also known as

Alston Apartments Carlton
Alston Apartments Hotel Carlton
Alston Apartments Hotel Aparthotel
Alston Apartments Hotel Aparthotel Carlton

About the area

Map
138 Elgin St, Carlton, VIC, 3053

What's nearby

  • University of Melbourne - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Melbourne Central - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Collins Street - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 3 min drive
  • Showgrounds Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cinema Nova - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yo-Chi Frozen Yogurt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brunetti - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Masani - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green Man's Arms - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alston Apartments Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alston Apartments Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Alston Apartments Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Alston Apartments Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alston Apartments Hotel located?

Located in Carlton, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lygon Street and University of Melbourne. Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market are also within 1 mile (2 km). Melbourne Central Station is 22 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 23 minutes.

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Alston Apartments Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ZICHENG

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient location. Good budget hotel options. Not much facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025