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Laneways by Ovolo

4.0 star property

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Lobby lounge
Reception
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Memphis Terrace | Balcony view

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
19 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Central
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Downtown Studio Suite

Downtown Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite | Living area

Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Downtown Studio

Downtown Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Memphis Penthouse | Living area

Memphis Penthouse

  • 81 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite

Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Memphis Terrace | Private kitchen

Memphis Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

With a stay at Laneways by Ovolo, you'll be centrally located in Melbourne, steps from Princess Theatre and within a 10-minute walk of Carlton Gardens. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Fed Square and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from St. Vincent's Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Princess Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Melbourne Central - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Vincent's Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Melbourne - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 2 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Princess Theatre - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spring Street Grocer - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Imperial Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Primavera - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Secret Kitchen Chinatown - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Laneways by Ovolo

Art Deco hotel in Melbourne with a 24-hour front desk
Laneways by Ovolo offers 43 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 43 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (AUD 27 per day); discounts available
  • Parking on site (AUD 27 per day)

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

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

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: AUD 27 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 27 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The credit card presented at check-in should be the same card used at time of booking. If the credit card holder is not on the reservation, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival to confirm identification

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Ovolo
Ovolo Laneways Hotel Melbourne
Ovolo Hotel Melbourne
Ovolo Melbourne
Ovolo Laneways Aparthotel Melbourne
Ovolo Laneways Aparthotel
Ovolo Laneways Melbourne
Ovolo Laneways
Ovolo Laneways Hotel

Laneways by Ovolo Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 716 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, Location, Location and friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dan, Grand Rapids

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for China town and theater district. Staff was very cheerful and helpful to get assistance from. Laundry on premise free of charge and evening glass of wine. Would start again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all exceptionally helpful Hotel ideally placed near theatre and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catriona

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: location can’t be beat. Tons of bars, restaurants and cafes, free trams in the CBD, near all the points of interest. Comfy beds and nice pillows, 307 faced the back alley and was quiet. Free coffee and happy hour wine, plus the free candy bins was a cute touch. Free laundry? Yes please! Cons: strange layout - apparently the architect has never actually stayed in a hotel. World’s tiniest bathroom, Huge living room, yet nowhere for guest #2 to put their stuff. Spotty wifi. All in all, I would definitely stay here again and hope for a better room layout.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly. Lots of perks. Very modern interior and something a little out of the ordinary. Lively
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very unique hotel with personalized service .A fabulous location and whisper quite .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Melbourne Laneway hotel!

Funky little laneway hotel. Awesome location. Plenty of restaurants & bars nearby and walking distance to Rod Laver. Super cool fit out & generous sized rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denisa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very thankful , we arrive from LAX and they let us checked in early which was very helpful after a 15-16 hrs direct flight . Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcoming and helpful staff. Some really nice touches like free ‘happy hour’ and free laundry. Close to trams so easy to get around and plenty of reasonable restaurants nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Canadians

What a great place to stay. Cool candy bar by the elevator! All the staff were happy and informative! So nice to see. The complimentary wine was amazing. The downtown location was perfect for access to all things Melbourne. We loved it so much that we stayed here twice during our visit to Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Adam Grey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, easy checking and out
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was exactly as advertised. Comfy beds, spacious, great location. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best properties that i have stayed in a while and i travel a lot. Very well done, great amenities, room was super clean and just the right size. Right outside chinatown and felt really safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate, Constitution Hill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really love the experience the Ovolo team delivers. You get such a personal touch which makes the time you spend there so enjoyable. Everyone is so friendly and accommodating and we can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024