Located near a boardwalk, Quest Watergardens is in Taylors Lakes, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Watergardens Town Centre and DFO Essendon Shopping Center are worth exploring if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Royal Melbourne Showgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Tabcorp Park. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Melbourne.
Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 20 min drive - 18.9 km
Flemington Racecourse - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
Crown Casino - 24 min drive - 29.5 km
Getting around
Watergardens Station - 9 min walk
Essendon Station - 13 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 5 min walk
Calavera - 8 min walk
Cafe Lelunar - 7 min walk
Watergardens Hotel - 1 min walk
Espresso Bar International - 5 min walk
About this property
Quest Watergardens
Along with a fitness centre, this aparthotel has self parking and a business centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and laundry facilities are on-site. Each apartment offers free WiFi and free wired Internet, a plasma TV with digital channels, plus a fridge and a microwave. Comforts include a Select Comfort bed and premium bedding, and guests will also find conveniences, such as a coffee/tea maker and a dishwasher.
Quest Watergardens offers 86 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. 45-inch plasma televisions come with premium digital channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a fitness centre.
Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), lockbox
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Secured self-parking fee: AUD 10 per night
Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.00 per night
High chair fee: AUD 10 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Property # 79748118
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Frequently asked questions
Is Quest Watergardens pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Quest Watergardens?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quest Watergardens on 19 May 2026 start from NZ$191, 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 Quest Watergardens?
Self-parking is available for AUD 10 per night. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Quest Watergardens?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quest Watergardens?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quest Watergardens located?
Located in Taylors Lakes, this aparthotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Watergardens Town Centre, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Sunshine Hospital and Highpoint Shopping Centre. DFO Essendon Shopping Center and Moonee Valley Racecourse are also within 12 mi (20 km). Watergardens Station is 9 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Quest Watergardens Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a pleasure to stay , clean and very comfortable.
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Scott
21 April 2024
Liked: Amenities
Nice place to stay
Scott
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dena
28 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property for the location
Dena
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ivica
8 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location and amenities nearby
Ivica
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Wonderful and comfortable stay at the Quest.
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John
28 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location, easy to get too, onsite parking. Very clean and quiet. Would stay here again.
John
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelvin
2 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Kelvin
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kaushal
31 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It can be your home away from home. Everything was perfect. I booked 2 bedroom apartment for family of 4. We had 2 bathroom, washer and dryer. Quality lf everything was very nice in the room. tv in lounge room and all bedroom, kitchen facilities. Location is great.
Kaushal
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ramona
9 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I would highly recommend staying here, close to shopping amenities and staff warm and welcoming.
Ramona
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
emma
26 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kitchen was fully functional with ecerything needed supplied. Rooms very clean comfortable and tidy.
emma
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Sa
5 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good
Sa
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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