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CHAPTER 11 . MELBOURNE
south block are older in style but still have contemporary furnishings. Those in the
north block are new and a little more upscale; they’re set farther back from the
road, too. More than half the units have a tub, but specify when booking to make
sure. Another option to consider is the well-placed Oakford on Lygon , on
Lygon Street (& 03/8341 4777; about a 10 min. walk from the city center). The
rooms here have no kitchen but offer great value, and I highly recommend them.
24 Little Bourke St., Melbourne, VIC 3000. & 1800/818 237 in Australia, or 03/9663 2888. Fax 03/9639
1537. www.oakford.com. 82 apts.A$105–A$115 (US$68-$75) studio;A$125 (US$81) 1-bedroom apt;A$211–
A$145 (US$137–US$155) 2-bedroom apt; A$226–A$325 (US$147–US$211) split-level 3-bedroom apt. Extra
person A$22 (US$14).Ask about weekend packages, corporate rates, and long-term stays.AE, DC, MC,V. Parking
A$10–A$20 (US$6.50–US$13). Amenities: Restaurant; small outdoor pool; exercise room; spa; sauna;
business center; room service (7am–10pm); dry-cleaning; nonsmoking rooms. In room: A/C, TV w/pay movies,
dataport, kitchen, minibar, fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron.
Ramada Melbourne Opened in 2003, this compact four-star hotel opposite
the Flinders Street Railway Station offers light and comfortable rooms at a
good price. It’s quiet and pleasantly welcoming and is a short walk to the main
shopping streets. It’s also a stroll away from the new Federation Square, the
Crown Casino Entertainment Complex, and the Southbank district. You can get
some wonderful value packages here, including a weekend package for A$145
(US$94) per night with breakfast.
270 Flinders St., Melbourne, VIC 3000. & 1300/726 232 in Australia, or 03/9654 6888. Fax 03 9654 0368.
www.ramadamelbourne.com.au. 179 units. A$340 (US$221) standard room; A$350 (US$227) with water
views. Extra person A$45 (US$29). Check for packages. AE, DC, MC, V. Parking A$20 (US$13). Amenities:
Restaurant, bar; business center; 24-hr. room service; nonsmoking rooms. In room: A/C, TV w/pay movies,
minibar, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, safe, high-speed Internet.
Toad Hall Value “It’s one of the best in Australia” is what one well-traveled
guest said of Toad Hall. I agree; this 1858 mansion is an excellent value. It’s just
down the road from Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Central train/tram station,
and only a few minutes’ walk to the main shopping areas. Dorms are segregated
by sex, with four to six bunk beds in each. Doubles and twins are small,
but like the dorms, are clean and quite comfortable, with springy beds. I really
liked the large communal kitchen, dining room, and outdoor courtyard.
441 Elizabeth St., Melbourne, VIC 3000. & 03/9600 9010. Fax 03/9600 9013. www.Toadhall-hotel.com.au.
85 dorm beds in 16 rooms; 8 doubles, 4 with bathroom; 12 twin rooms, 2 with bathroom. A$60 (US$39) double/twin
without bathroom; A$90 (US$58) double/twin with bathroom. A$25 (US$16) dorm bed. MC, V. Parking
A$6 (US$3.90). Amenities: 3 TV lounges; tour desk; coin-op laundry; nonsmoking rooms; roof garden. In
room: Fridge, coffeemaker.
IN CARLTON
Albert Heights Executive Apartments For good, moderately priced
accommodations with cooking facilities to cut down on meal costs, you can’t go
wrong with the Albert Heights, a favorite of American travelers. It’s in a nice area
of Melbourne, a few minutes’ walk from the city center. There are parks at each
end of the street. Each self-contained unit in this brick building is large and
attractive. If you want your own space, or are traveling with your family, you can
use the sofa bed in the living room. Each unit comes with a full kitchen with a
microwave (no conventional oven), dining area, and large bathroom.
83 Albert St., East Melbourne, VIC 3002.& 1800/800 117 in Australia, or 03/9419 0955. Fax 03/9419 9517.
www.albertheights.com.au. 34 units. A$130 (US$85) double. Extra adult A$20 (US$13), extra child A$15
(US$13). Ask about special deals. AE, DC, MC, V. Free parking. Tram: 42 or 109; or a 10-min. walk to city.
Amenities: Spa; tour desk; car-rental desk; babysitting; dry cleaning; laundry service; nonsmoking rooms. In
room: A/C, TV, dataport, kitchen, fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, safe.