Melbourne Studio Apartments Hotel @ 138 Elgin Carlton

Hotels
Independent
4 (5 reviews)
138 Elgin St, Carlton, Victoria, 3053 , Carlton , AU

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Front desk (limited hours)
Grocery/convenience store
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Lack of service responsiveness
High parking costs

Categories

Cleanliness
1.83
Significant issues reported, including mould, dirtiness, and lack of basic amenities.
Service
4.8
Staff was unhelpful regarding parking and unresolved issues with room conditions.
Location
6.84
Good location near restaurants but parking issues can be problematic.
Room Quality
2.79
Mixed feedback; some comfort but significant reported issues with furniture and cleanliness.
Amenities
2.82
Lack of essential amenities such as toilet paper and proper kitchen facilities.
Value for Money
5.28
Cheaper but with hidden costs; overall not perceived as great value.
Food and Beverage
3.83
No specific mentions of food or beverage quality.
Overall Experience
3.8
Average experience; lived up to expectations but serious issues reported affected satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:50

Property Description

Discover the allure of Melbourne at the vibrant Melbourne Studio Apartments Hotel @ 138 Elgin Carlton, where convenience meets comfort.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access throughout the property and take advantage of our bike parking for exploration on two wheels.

Fully Equipped Kitchenettes
Experience the convenience of our well-appointed guest rooms, featuring kitchenettes equipped with stovetops and microwaves, perfect for whipping up a quick meal or snack.

Prime Location
Nestled near key attractions such as the University of Melbourne and Lygon Street, you’re just a stone’s throw away from Melbourne's rich history and vibrant culture.

Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the best of what this charming city has to offer!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

4
Based on 5 reviews
Cleanliness: 1.83
Service: 4.8
Location: 6.84
Room Quality: 2.79
Amenities: 2.82
Value for Money: 5.28
Food and Beverage: 3.83
Overall Experience: 3.8
C
Carolyn
2
Pros:

Filthy. Brocken furniture and random furniture in the room. Broken glass on the floor. Internal safety lock missing from door, chain lock hanging without a clasp. No towels. Gross pools of cleaner or something on floors

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
A
Alexandros
10
Pros:

You get what you pay for. It lived up to my expectations I was not impressed nor was I disappointed in any way.

It is what it is, neat and tidy no fuss accommodation for the budget conscious traveller

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
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Luke family_with_children
2
Pros:

Dishwasher was full of mouldy water.
Shower was discussingly dirty
Toilet was dirty, there was also no toilet paper in the bathroom or studo.
There were used bags of something in the bathroom cupboard.
One of the beds was broken.
All the lamps were misding the light globes
Windows in the room wouldnt close.
Was book for 5 people to stay, only supplied 2 pilows.
This was all reported to the staff on the night and the next morning.
Asked to speak with a manger, was told they would call, never recived call.
This place is no fit for people to stay in.
Extremely disappointed in yhe rooms condition.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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Adam
6
Pros:

Apartment was in a good location. Close to Lygon Street restaurants.

I did require parking and and while the hotel description said there was off site parking nearby for $20 per night, the check in staff could not tell me where that was. I was left to find a park myself, which ended up costing $50 overnight. So although the accommodation was slightly cheaper than near by hotels, the fact the parking cost so much, it would've worked out better to stay at one of the more expensive hotels, that had on site parking for $20 - $30.

I had planned on watching the football on TV, however the TVs do not have regular TV antenna connection. Only limited streamable content, which did not include the live tv channel apps.

Shower setup was weird, with the door opening inwards and covering the taps, making it impossible to turn the water on from out of the shower to get temperature right, before stepping in, so the risk of burning yourself is very real. Water also leaked out through the shower door, making the floor very wet and slippery once you step out. Pretty low quality, flimsy towel supplied for drying yourself also.

Room was clean though and fairly comfortable, although the bed was a little firm for my liking.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
P
Peter
4
Pros:

shower recess needed a good clean , no comp tea/coffee, milk. bed was comfortable .

2025-08-03 via Nuitee