This is a great place to stay while in Melbourne. It is right in the lively, café-bar-theatre-restaurant-filled part of the CBD (central business district), yet being on a high floor and having good windows we had no problems with noise. It’s very close to tons of public transportation—easy to get almost anywhere.

The apartment is a comfortable size for a couple, with a larger kitchen-living space than is found in many in-city one-bedroom apartments. And there’s a great view from each window and from the little balcony—no hype to the listing on that. Being able to look out across the rooftops to Parliament and beyond is a treat and makes the whole space seem larger.

The apartment is very well equipped and everything is in good working condition. During our 2-week-plus stay we made use of the dishwasher, the washer and dryer, and the exotic microwave that also steams and grills (!). There are dishes, tableware, and utensils for cooking and eating meals at home (in case you want a break from all the eating out you can do within two blocks!), along with an entertaining collection of miscellany such as all you need for serving sushi and sake or for decorating a birthday cake.

The bedroom is small, but large enough, and has a very good bed and a decent amount of free closet space, including three drawers for folded clothes or personal items.

The “host,” Sheila, is great: friendly, responsible, and responsive to requests. She maintains the apartment in very good condition.

Melbourne housing prices are crazy; in that context, the price for this place is good for the location and for what you get. In sum—highly recommended.