Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Noise pollution from nearby bars
Cleanliness issues
Room maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
6.58
There were cleanliness issues noted such as rubbish under the unit and the presence of dust/dirt around the pool area.
Service
8.57
Exceptional staff who were accommodating and ready to assist, especially for specific needs like wheelchair accessibility.
Location
8.57
Great CBD location close to train station and restaurants, making it very convenient.
Room Quality
7.08
Rooms were comfortable but had noise issues and some rooms showed signs of water damage.
Amenities
7.58
Adequate amenities, but improvements are needed, especially for families with children.
Value for Money
8.07
Generally good value given the location and convenience, despite occasional room issues.
Food and Beverage
8.07
The cafe offerings were praised and contributed positively to the stay.
Overall Experience
7.88
Overall stay was comfortable but was marred by noise and some cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 10:36

Property Description

Central Location
Gordon House Apartments is centrally located in Melbourne, making it convenient to explore the city's attractions such as St Paul's Cathedral and Block Arcade Melbourne.

Amenities
Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and stay connected with free WiFi during your stay at Gordon House Apartments.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms with free toiletries, and some with kitchen facilities and a dishwasher.

Book Gordon House Apartments now for a memorable stay in Melbourne!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.05% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard) credit card.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 357 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.58
Service: 8.57
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 7.08
Amenities: 7.58
Value for Money: 8.07
Food and Beverage: 8.07
Overall Experience: 7.88
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Gerard • couple • au
6
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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kylie • solo_traveller • au
10
Hidden gem in the heart of the city
Pros:

The property is a hidden gem in the city , I just loved everything about it

Cons:

The noise of garbage trucks through the night on little Bourke st

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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LESLIE • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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JUSTIN • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Location and size of rooms

Cons:

Dehumidifier running all night. Unfortunate Necessity

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Julianne • family_with_children • do
5
Great location and pool but confused and difficult to access
Pros:

The location was very good.

Cons:

1. The photos of the 2 apartments on line were not accurate. Led to confusion on arrival and required a switch of guests. 2. The so described ‘deluxe’ apartment whilst bigger and with more amenities was not identified as only being partly renovated and work only just completed. Definitely not worth the extra money. Have supporting photos. 3. The pool was closed when we arrived and only opened when we complained as it was the key reason we booked this accommodation. 4. We were given 2 ‘actual’ keys for the first day while the virtual keys on our phones were sorted. We were a party of 3 adults. After that we could only access the front door using the 2 fob type keys which meant at times we had to wait till someone else used their fob key to get in and we followed behind. Raises concern about security of the facility.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Luke • couple • au
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Character & location

Cons:

Problem with plumbing

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • au
6
Pros:

The convenience, helpful staff, and large space. Very disappointed that the good sized pool was closed in summer! Pool was the reason why I booked.

Cons:

Pool closed in summer. Without doubt the best selling point of this accommodation.

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • au
7
A great stay in the heart of Melbourne, walking distance from the tennis and everything else Melbourne has to offer.
Pros:

Great location, steps away from the city centre, shows, shops, restaurants and city sights.

Cons:

The door keys using your phone are a great idea but we still had trouble opening the door to enter the building and get in. You need to provide better instructions on what to do with the door handle. We also met other guests having trouble with entering the building and finding their room. Finding your room is challenging. Instructions should be provided on which floor rooms are on.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Anu • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Nina • extended_group • au
10
We've been staying here for many years and will continue to return yearly, we love it here!
Pros:

Perfectly located in a very nice area within the Melbourne CBD, easy access to everything without the noise. The building was one of the first Public Housing Buildings within the CBD built by a group of Philanthropists in the late 1800s, early 1900s to house workers wives and families. The building has an impressive history and is very well maintained, and is to this day a hybrid of lodgers; from owners, renters and hotel guests, and with the addition of the cafe, Little Gordon, makes it a reliable and enjoyable staple for a Melbourne Stay.

Cons:

Water pressure and heat can be compromised in some apartments, but certainly not all, and the free hotel wifi can struggle in the evenings when many people are using it.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Location great. Close to many restaurants and theatre. Once I figured out the electronic key I was sorted and good to go. Staff helped me work out the key via phone which was very helpful.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Elina • couple • au
10
Pros:

The location is amazing! the building is beautiful!
Loved the cafe downstairs. Very relaxed and comfy.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Sheila • extended_group • au
3
A good trip to Melbourne but Gordon House was not what made it good!
Pros:

Catered for ourselves and found kitchen crockery etc limited, only provided with one dishwasher tablet, no oven trays

Cons:

No reception on premises - we were “upgraded” to superior 2 bedroom apartment that we discovered when returning on first evening had no hot water, so had to call and talk to young and pleasant employee who then had to call someone else(? Manager)? and then call us back. We were relocated to another apartment 2 floors up in a maze like building with no clear directions about how to get there. Also frustrating were the instructions about payment- I understood that payment would be taken from my debit account the day before arrival. This did not happen and I arrived in Melbourne, having left my debit card in Perth as I had another card for my trip, to find a message asking me to process payment myself - I had to call and after some consultations (with unseen manager again I suspect) the girl was allowed to process the payment as I had originally expected. All the girls we spoke to were very pleasant but clearly had no authority to make decisions: no manager ever spoke to us, and we received no apology for the no hot water relocation issue - the sister I was travelling with is 81 and had to haul her case up steps and along long corridors to relocate. Needless to say, we would never stay there again.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nerissa • couple • au
3
Over priced and underwhelming
Pros:

The room we had was very old and really not worth the money. There was a vape left in the room from either staff or a previous occupant.

Cons:

The location.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

I loved the quaint building and the gorgeous coffee shop. Location was easy, and the pool was surprisingly warm as the design stopped the wind. Massive apartment, dark - great for sleeping.

Cons:

Tricky to find your room at first as the building is a rabbit Warren. There is no reception.desk, it is an air bnb.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Porter • solo_traveller • au
8
Great short stay
Pros:

I loved the quiet area and the handy location for public transport. The kitchen set up was great as I want expecting some of the extras.

Cons:

The bathroom was very clean but it had a musty smell in it. May have just been ventilation.

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Janine • couple • au
10
Great location, lovely quite apartment in the middle of the city
Pros:

We were luck to be upgraded and our room was exceptionally. I would definitely book there again. And the furnishings were fabulous, I am looking for where I can buy the couch! And what a bonus the pool was!

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • couple • au
9
Relaxing, really convenient and so we'd certainly like to come back some time.
Pros:

We really liked being so central to everything and, despite being right on Little Bourke Street, our room was surprisingly quiet. Also, the apartment was larger and better appointed then we expected.

Cons:

I realize it's an old building but some of the plumbing was a bit rugged. The toilet's cistern kept running on a bit, water seeped out of the toilet's water inlet, the shower's pipes screamed quite a bit and water seeps out of the base of the hot water tap to the kitchen sink. Also, the toilet light bulb needs replacing. But really, these were minor things and really didn't spoil our stay.

2026-01-13 • via Nuitee