Be aware! Key collection is from Southern Cross Train Station which was not mentioned in the listing when we booked. Check in info provided later claim key collection is an '8 minute drive'. On any day in Melbourne, at a check in time of 3pm, 8 minutes barely gets you out of Footscray, let alone parking your car in Melbourne CBD to collect the key & then return. The only practical way to collect the key is by train from Footscray station. We advise key collection will take at least an hour and the public train fare to boot with nowhere to store luggage. This is not like a ususal airbnb experience where host provides easy access to the property - more like a commercial rental.
The apartment itself was great - very clean, centrally located and comfortable. Use of pool & gym a real bonus! Easy access to fantastic restaurants and public transport. If you have a car, parking can be tricky, but manageable.