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City Stays

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Room
Balcony view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking
The current price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

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181 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Hardware Lane
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

City Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Grand Studio, Balcony

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio, Balcony

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio, Balcony

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

City Studio

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne, City Stays is in the city centre. Melbourne Central and Melbourne Cricket Ground are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Melbourne Park and St Kilda Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium or Rod Laver Arena.

What's nearby

  • Hardware Lane - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Melbourne Central - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queen Victoria Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • RMIT University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Flagstaff Station - 4 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪American Doughnuts Food Truck - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zawaddi Thai Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Workshop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪YOI Indonesian Fusion - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Operator25 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

City Stays

This smoke-free apartment building features laundry facilities and express check-out. Each apartment features free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a microwave. Additional amenities include an electric kettle, a hairdryer and a shower.
City Stays offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave your keys/access cards on the study desk within your apartment. Exit the apartment, ensure the door is locked, then exit the building.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Is City Stays pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City Stays?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Stays on 11 May 2026 start from NZ$116, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at City Stays?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at City Stays?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to 10:00 AM for a fee of AUD 25.

What time is check-out at City Stays?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is City Stays located?

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Flagstaff Gardens, Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. Collins Street and Bourke Street Mall are also within 15 minutes. Flagstaff Station is only a 4-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 6 minutes.

City Stays Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 120 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful, welcoming, informative staff! Great location!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Parthena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
clean, quiet, cool. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet city location in Melbourne (trams are around the corner) but with easy access in all doirections via public transport. Room had everything we needed and was comfortable. Great value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic very clean, great host
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet & comfortable - would stay here again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olive

Liked: Cleanliness
The room is clean, amenities is ok and it’s in the city proper,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rejina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A good place who prefers to stay around the city during Melbourne visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff were great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room eith amazing views from the window
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Good location room nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was great, grocery store next door. Kitchen equipment a bit slim.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, good value for money, convenient location! Will definitely use again when in Melbourne
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely clean room, close to shops and supermarket
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jelena Vyanka

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, great view. Happy with the experience there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haydon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Clean room, modern amenities, close to shops
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Yes very helpful. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Shower stall needs more work. Be mindful no housekeeping but location can’t be beat for a pleasant stay in Melbourne.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to Victoria Market, grocery shop across the road, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fumie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Close to Melbourne central. Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot, near Victoria Market, the building has good security, friendle people, Tony very responsive, would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great area too see melbourne
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025