Hotels and accommodation near Rod Laver Arena Melbourne
Accommodation Near Rod Laver Arena
Rod Laver Arena anchors Melbourne Park as the home of the Australian Open and a venue for international concerts, family entertainment and special events year-round. Many travellers look for hotels near Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, or apartment-style accommodation near Rod Laver Arena, because staying nearby makes it easy to enjoy an event and get back to the city’s dining, shopping and nightlife afterwards. Brady Hotels & Apartments offers central Melbourne accommodation close to Rod Laver Arena, with five properties connected to Melbourne’s sporting precinct by tram, train and on foot.
Brady Apartment Hotel Hardware Lane
Distance from Rod Laver Arena:
2.4km, 33 minute walk or 25 minute tram ride
How to get to Rod Laver Arena:
Walk to Flinders streets to catch tram 70 toward Melbourne Park.
At 388 Lonsdale Street, this apartment accommodation features one and two bedroom apartments designed for long stays. Full kitchens, laundry facilities, and separate lounge and dining areas make it a comfortable base for a few days or a longer visit. Trams from the CBD connect directly to Melbourne Park, where Rod Laver Arena sits. It’s a good pick for families and groups who want the extra space.
Brady Hotel Central Melbourne
Distance from Rod Laver Arena:
2.4km, 34 minute walk or 25 minute tram ride
How to get to Rod Laver Arena:
Walk or catch a tram (e.g. tram 70 via Flinders Streets) toward Melbourne Park, or take a short train + walk via Southern Cross / Jolimont / Richmond. Public transport is frequent.
Located at 30 Little La Trobe Street in the free tram zone, this boutique hotel accommodation near Rod Laver Arena combines style with easy public transport access. Rooms have Juliette balconies, contemporary bathrooms and quality bedding. You’re also close to Melbourne Central, Emporium and Queen Victoria Market.
Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street
Distance from Rod Laver Arena:
2.4 km, 34 minute walk or 18 minute tram ride
How to get to Rod Laver Arena:
From Flinders Street, you can walk through the city or along the Yarra toward Melbourne Park, or take tram 70 from Flinders Street toward the stadium precinct.
At 550 Flinders Street, this apartment hotel takes around 15 minutes by tram or a short tram ride away to Rod Laver Arena. For travellers seeking hotels close to Rod Laver Arena Melbourne, it offers studios and one bedroom apartments with kitchens or kitchenettes, generous living areas, and modern bathrooms. The location also places you near Crown Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, SEA LIFE Aquarium, and the Yarra River. Families and groups find the extra space particularly convenient.
Brady Hotel Jones Lane
Distance from Rod Laver Arena:
2.0km, a 27-minute walk or short tram ride
How to get to Rod Laver Arena:
Walk down to Flinders Street and take tram 70 straight to the Rod Laver Arena stop, or walk through the city and Yarra Park in about 25 minutes.
At 111 Little Lonsdale Street, Brady Jones Lane sits close to Chinatown and Melbourne’s theatre district. This hotel accommodation offers comfortable rooms, a guest gym and 24-hour reception, with restaurants, dumpling houses and small bars right on the doorstep. Grab a meal or a drink before heading to the arena for a match or concert.
Brady Hotel Elizabeth Street
Distance from Rod Laver Arena:
2.0km, a 25-minute walk or short tram ride
How to get to Rod Laver Arena:
Walk down to Flinders Street and take tram 70 straight to the Rod Laver Arena stop, or walk through the city in around 25 minutes.
At 278 Little Lonsdale Street, this accommodation near Rod Laver Arena sits in a 32-storey tower in the heart of the city. Rooms are modern with opening windows and walk-in showers, and the upper floors have skyline views. There’s a guest lounge on level 8, and Melbourne Central and the State Library are a few minutes’ walk away.
Guest Facilities and Perks
- Complimentary high speed Wi-Fi and Chromecast in every room
- Modern bathrooms, secure safes, tea and coffee facilities
- Apartments with kitchens and generous living areas
- Gym access available at select hotels
- Discounted parking through partner carparks
Reasons to Choose Brady Hotels for a Rod Laver Arena Trip
- Independent Melbourne brand established in 2014
- Five locations across the CBD with quick transport access to Rod Laver Arena
- A mix of boutique hotel rooms and serviced apartments
- 24 hour reception and attentive local staff
- Member Discounts and direct booking benefits
Have questions or need help finding accommodation near Rod Laver Arena? We’re happy to help with bookings, enquiries or anything else you need for your stay.
Benefits for Brady Members
By booking direct you receive:
- 8% off flexible rates with free cancellation
- Early 1pm check in and late 11am check out
- Priority upgrades subject to availability
- Discounted local parking
These benefits make every stay easier. In town for one night to catch a match at Rod Laver Arena, or staying longer for work or leisure, Brady has convenient hotels near Rod Laver Arena to suit.
Explore the area around Rod Laver Arena
Rod Laver Arena sits within Melbourne Park alongside Margaret Court Arena and John Cain Arena. Brady’s five properties are some of the most central places to stay near Rod Laver Arena, and from any of them you can reach plenty of nearby CBD attractions on foot or by tram, including:
- Federation Square and Flinders Street Station
- The Yarra River dining promenade
- Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
- Bourke Street Mall and Emporium
- Chinatown and the East End theatre district
Reserve Your Stay Near Rod Laver Arena
Brady Hotels & Apartments combines comfort, location and value for anyone after accommodation in Melbourne CBD near Rod Laver Arena. Reserve directly for member benefits and enjoy central Melbourne accommodation close to the tennis, concerts and year-round events. For longer visits, ask about our long stay accommodation rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
All five Brady properties are around 2 to 2.4km from Rod Laver Arena, which is roughly a 12 to 18-minute tram ride on route 70 from Flinders Street, or a 25 to 35-minute walk through the city. Brady Jones Lane and Brady Elizabeth Street are the closest at about 2km.
Yes. The walk from Brady accommodation to Rod Laver Arena takes roughly 25 to 35 minutes through the city or along the Yarra, depending on the property. If you’d rather not walk, tram 70 from Flinders Street runs straight to the Rod Laver Arena tram stop at Melbourne Park.
Yes. Our reception teams can store your luggage on the day if you arrive before check-in or need to head to an event after check-out. Just ask at the front desk when you get in.
Yes. Every Brady property has 24-hour reception, so you can check in at any hour, handy when you’re getting back from a late concert or a five-set final. Brady Members also get late 11am check-out the next morning when booking direct.
Brady Flinders Street and Brady Hardware Lane offer one and two bedroom apartments with kitchens and living areas, a good fit for families attending events at the arena.
See our family-friendly accommodation options for more.
Brady Central Melbourne and Brady Jones Lane include gym facilities for guest use.
Brady Hotels & Apartments offers central boutique hotels and serviced apartments with straightforward transport links to Rod Laver Arena. The right fit depends on your trip, apartments at Brady Hardware Lane and Brady Flinders Street suit families and longer stays, while the hotel rooms at Brady Central Melbourne, Brady Jones Lane and Brady Elizabeth Street work well for shorter visits.