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Arrow On Swanston

3.5 of 5
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488 Swanston Street | Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria 3053, Australia
Ranked #105 of 200 hotels in Melbourne
3.5 of 5 stars 36 Reviews
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Singapore, Singapore
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Given the location that is accessible to most main attractions, the price is considerable cheap.... The room size is also decent and exceeded my expectations. The staffs at the reception are friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend this place for those with budget....

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new zealand
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

We stayed in a one bedroom flat and it was compact, clean, new and had everything you needed. Big flat screen TV, if you are into that sort of thing. Trams going in different directions stop just outside and the free city tram is a 5 mins walk. Victoria Market and the library are also a 5 mins walk, as... More

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Evans Head, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

This is a very clean, good value serviced apartment near the CBD of Melbourne. Large tram stop outside and 5 minute walk to Melbourne Central railway and the CBD. 10 minute walk in the opposite direction to Lygon Street, a major eat street of Melbourne and Readers Bookshop, one of the best bookshops in Melbourne. The apartments are basic, a... More

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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

The Arrow was a fine hotel, would probably stay here again. The rooms were good and clean, with nice widescreen tv. The beds comfortable. It was a bit pricey I suppose and I could easy find somewhere cheaper to stay for just as much comfort.

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Palmerston North, New Zealand
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012 via mobile
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We had a two bedroom apartment. It was a fabulous location, tram stop right outside the door, shop next door for quick fixes I.e drink or tram tickets. Only a couple of blocks from Lygon street restaurants nice wee walk very quick. Very close to town it's on swanston street a main road of town . We did have air... More

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Sydney
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

I agree with the recent positive reviews. My double bed studio was spacious enough for a night or two. It had a kitchenette with fridge and microwave. Tea and coffee and milk supplied. A good sized digital TV. A compact but spotlessly clean bathroom with soap and shampoo supplied. Guests have the use of the gym, sauna and outdoor lap... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Two weeks ago I decided I wanted to take a trip down to Melbourne solo. I’m in my mid 20’s so was wanting to come down to catch up with friends, do my own thing and get out ‘n’ about! I didn’t want to spend a lot on my accom and when researching (after 1 solid night) I found that... More

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Sydney, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
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We stayed for one night and found it so convenient to Lygon Street and the CBD. The room was clean and spacious with a kitchenette. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was spotless. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Very good value for money. I'd definitely stay there again.

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Seongnam
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
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In an expensive city as Melbourne, I doubt there's a place just as nice as this place for the price...at least on a weekday...on a weekend night the price was double when I visited...even though it's more ideal for a longer stay, it's totally fine for a night...rooms are spotless, roomy, and there's a fridge and kitchen...staff were efficient and... More

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Kuala Lumpur
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011
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person found this review helpful

Went to Melbourne for a business trip for a few days and stayed at this place. I think the common thread amongst all the reviewers is how great the location of this place is. Indeed it was, with Lygon street behind, straight down was the CBD and Queen Victoria Market are within walking distance. Seen some complaints about the staff,... More

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Address: 488 Swanston Street | Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria 3053, Australia
Price range (per night):* INR5,740 - 10,310

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