We stayed at Ione's one night in january because we had tickets to the Australian Open. The Stables is in a great location for accessing the MCG, Rod Laver Arena and Hisense - a short stroll across Yarra Park. The check in process was smooth and the onstreet parking pass was so useful. Ione was very welcoming and helpful with suggestions for a bite to eat before the match. The room is lovely, stylish, clean and comfortable, and the bed is also very comfortable. I would agree with other reviewers that on a hot day the room would be uncomfortable. The night we stayed it felt a touch stuffy - but we didn't fully open the shutters (there are fly screens). The shower is wonderful! We would come here again. Thank you Ione!