We stayed 31/10-3/11/2022
This stay wasn't as enjoyable as we'd hoped.
The day of check in I was advised that the fridge was broken and that it had been cleaned out of any food. I was also told there was a wine fridge available for us to store dairy in.
Looking at reviews, it seems the fridge has been broken for some time, with food still in the Freezer (causing a smell.) The wine fridge was warm and didn't keep anything cool, which meant we had no refrigeration at all. As we'd planned to cook during our stay, we couldn't as there wasn't anywhere to store food from going off. The apartment wasn't fully functioning as advertised and spent more money then we anticipated when we'd already spent a $1000+ on the airbnb.
We also found condom wrappers in the draws, and the bench was dirty and greasy when we arrived that I had to wipe it down. The sound bar to the TV didn't work as well as a few other things.
We thought the consistent music and screaming we could hear was from the clubs on the street, but it appeared that someone in the building is consistently playing music and having a party. Starting at midday and going till 6am in the morning.
Besides the above, the accommodation looks exactly like the photos.
The couch and bed are comfortable, and the location is great as you are right opposite Prahran market. There is a Woolies and Coles right behind the complex, which was really handy to grab things if needed.
The best parking is the new carpark where the woolies is. Try to get in the early bird hours so it's cheaper. You can generally find street parking after 6, but everything is timed, so you might only get 1hr spot during the day.
Joshua's communication is good, a lot is obviously pre text, but if you have any questions he gets back to you as soon as he can. The only downfall was not communicating earlier about the fridge.
Overall, the price we paid wasn't worth it, and it's clear this is an airbnb with minimum upkeep on making sure it's functioning and clean. If you are coming to Melbourne to party on chapel street then it's a great stay for the location, but if you want a good night sleep, I wouldn't suggest staying there.