Apartment hotels in Melbourne CBD
Our apartment hotels
The best apartment hotels in the Melbourne CBD give you the space and independence of a fully equipped apartment, with all the service and reliability of a well-run hotel. At Brady Hotels & Apartments, that combination is what we’ve done best since 2014.
We’re a Melbourne apartment hotel group with five properties across Melbourne’s CBD. Our apartment hotels in Melbourne include dedicated apartment properties at Hardware Lane and Flinders Street, offering full kitchens, separate living and dining areas, daily housekeeping, and 24-hour reception. Central Melbourne, Jones Lane and Elizabeth Street also offer studio and family apartments with kitchenettes for guests who want self-contained accommodation.
We’re Melbourne-owned, independently operated, and run by a team that knows this city inside out.
Our Apartment Hotel Room Types Across Melbourne CBD
Hardware Lane Studio Accessible
An accessible studio apartment at Brady Hardware Lane on Lonsdale Street, with a king bed, open-plan living space and a fully equipped kitchen. The step-free accessible bathroom, built-in wardrobes and quality linen make it a comfortable, easy-access base in the heart of the CBD.
Hardware Lane One Bedroom Apartment
A spacious one bedroom apartment at Brady Hardware Lane with a separate bedroom, living and dining area, and a full kitchen, ideal for couples or longer stays. Choose from a queen or king layout, a twin with two single beds, a version with a separate study, or an upper-level apartment with a private balcony on levels 12 to 18.
Hardware Lane One Bedroom Apartment with Study
A one bedroom apartment at Brady Hardware Lane with a separate bedroom, a dedicated study, living and dining area, bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen. The added study gives you a quiet space to work, set on the lower levels, a strong fit for business travellers and longer stays.
Hardware Lane Two Bedroom Apartment
A two bedroom apartment at Brady Hardware Lane with two separate bedrooms, a living and dining area and a full kitchen, set up for families and groups. Options include a standard layout on the lower levels, a version with a garden balcony above level 12, and a top-floor apartment with two king bedrooms and city-view balconies on levels 13 to 18.
Hardware Lane Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment
The two bathroom option at Brady Hardware Lane, with a king bedroom, a twin bedroom, two bathrooms and a full kitchen. Set on levels 7 to 11, it suits two couples or colleagues sharing who want their own bathroom each.
Flinders Street Studio King Apartment
A contemporary studio at Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street with a king bed, walk-in shower, work desk and a kitchenette with a microwave, mini fridge and tea and coffee facilities. A neat, self-contained base for business or a short city break, with the level 15 pool, spa and sauna on hand.
Flinders Street One Bedroom Apartment
A one bedroom apartment at Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street with a separate bedroom, open-plan living and dining, a full kitchen, in-room laundry and opening windows. Choose from the standard queen layout, a king version with a private balcony, or a twin with two single beds.
Flinders Street Two Bedroom Apartment
An 80sqm two bedroom apartment at Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street, built for families, with a king bedroom, a twin bedroom, open-plan living and dining, an in-room washer and dryer and a full kitchen. Adds a 49 inch smart TV with Chromecast, air conditioning and a work desk, plus access to the level 15 pool.
Jones Lane studio apartments
A studio apartment at Brady Jones Lane in the East End Theatre District, with a kitchenette, dining area, private balcony and walk-in shower. Apartment-style living with a smaller footprint, for guests who want self-contained space in a boutique hotel setting close to Chinatown and Parliament.
Central Melbourne Studio Apartment
A self-contained studio at Brady Hotel Central Melbourne with a fully equipped kitchenette, desk, modern ensuite and juliette balcony, plus free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, in-room safe and mini fridge. Available with a queen or a king bed, tucked into a laneway next to Melbourne Central.
Central Melbourne Two Bedroom Apartment
A two bedroom apartment at Brady Hotel Central Melbourne with two separate bedrooms in a king or twin layout, a spacious living area, kitchenette, dining table, modern bathroom and juliette balcony. Room for families or groups in the middle of the city, steps from the State Library and Queen Victoria Market.
Central Melbourne Two Bedroom Executive Apartment
The largest apartment at Brady Hotel Central Melbourne at 80sqm, with two separate bedrooms in a king or twin layout, a spacious living area, an extra-large furnished balcony and a fully equipped kitchen with a full-size fridge and oven. Room to spread out for families, groups or longer stays in the heart of the city.
Facilities at our apartment hotels
An apartment hotel in Melbourne, Australia gives you the independence of a private apartment with the backup of professional hotel services. At Hardware Lane and Flinders Street, every apartment includes a kitchen with cooktop, microwave, full-size fridge, and all the cookware and utensils you need, along with a separate lounge and dining area, LED Smart TV with Chromecast, queen or king bed with quality linen, modern ensuite, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, climate-control air conditioning, in-room safe, a dedicated work desk, and access to laundry facilities.
Daily housekeeping, 24-hour reception, and tea and coffee-making facilities come standard across all our properties.
We offer serviced apartments in Melbourne CBD as well, for guests looking for flexible arrangements.
Who stays with us
Our Melbourne apartment hotels welcome a wide range of travellers. Families appreciate separate bedrooms, a kitchen for meals and snacks, and a living room where everyone can spread out at the end of the day. Flinders Street is a favourite for families, with Sea Life Aquarium just around the corner.
Business travellers benefit from a dedicated work desk, fast Wi-Fi, and a full kitchen for early mornings and late nights. If you’re looking for a Melbourne city apartment hotel close to corporate hubs, Hardware Lane is well-positioned in the central business district and Jones Lane sits in the East End Theatre District near major offices. As an apartment hotel in Melbourne, Australia that’s independently run, we also offer competitive corporate rates for regular bookings.
For extended stays of a week or more, Hardware Lane is purpose-built for longer visits, with spacious apartments and everything you need for day-to-day living. Groups travelling together can share a 2-bedroom apartment, split the cost, and still have separate bedrooms and a shared living area.
Why stay at Brady Apartment Hotels
When you’re comparing hotel apartments in Melbourne CBD, a few things set Brady apart. We’re independently owned by Tony Brady, who founded the business in 2014, and every decision is made locally by a team that genuinely cares about the guest experience. That independence means we can be flexible, responsive, and personal in a way that larger chains simply can’t.
Our staff know Melbourne. They’ll recommend the best coffee within a five-minute walk, point you towards a laneway bar you’d never find on your own, and keep you informed about upcoming events. That insider knowledge is what guests mention most in their reviews, and it’s something we take real pride in.
If you’re after hotel apartments in Melbourne CBD with real local character, Brady has five properties in the heart of the city and a team that makes every stay feel personal.
Hotel Apartments in the heart of Melbourne city
As apartment hotels in Melbourne city, our properties give guests direct access to some of the CBD’s most iconic precincts. Hardware Lane puts you steps from Queen Victoria Market and the city’s best dining, Flinders Street places you on the doorstep of the Yarra River and Southbank, and Jones Lane sits in the East End Theatre District near Chinatown. Not many apartment hotels in Melbourne, Australia can offer four properties spread across the heart of one city.
All five Brady properties sit within the free tram zone, making it simple to get around the city. Our Melbourne CBD apartment hotels also connect easily to the SkyBus airport service and V/Line regional trains via Southern Cross Station. For visitors looking for hotel apartments in the Melbourne CBD with easy access beyond the city, all four properties are well-placed for day trips to regional Victoria as well.
Accommodation Details
Check-in is at 2pm (1pm for Brady’s Members) and check-out is at 10am (11am for Brady’s Members). All four properties are approximately 20km from Melbourne Airport, with SkyBus running from Southern Cross Station. Brady’s Members receive discounted parking at nearby carparks. Pets are not permitted at any Brady property.
Book direct for the best rate
When you book through our website, you can sign up as a Brady’s Member for free and unlock 8% off the Flexible Rate with 24-hour cancellation, free early check-in from 1pm, late check-out until 11am, priority room upgrades, and discounted parking at local carparks. It’s the best rate we offer, available exclusively when you book direct.
Frequently Asked Questions
An apartment hotel provides full hotel services like daily housekeeping, 24-hour reception, and on-site facilities alongside self-contained apartments. A serviced apartment offers similar space but may include less frequent cleaning or limited reception hours. Brady’s Hardware Lane and Flinders Street properties operate as full apartment hotels with daily services included. We also offer serviced apartments for guests looking for flexible options.
Yes. All apartments at Hardware Lane and Flinders Street have fully equipped kitchens with a cooktop, oven, microwave, full-size fridge, and all the cookware and utensils you need. Central Melbourne’s two-bedroom Executive apartment also has a full kitchen with oven and dishwasher, while the standard two-bedroom apartment and studio apartments feature kitchenettes. Jones Lane studio apartments also have kitchenettes. Queen Victoria Market is a 5-minute walk from Hardware Lane if you want to stock up on fresh produce.
Hardware Lane is our top recommendation for extended stays. The apartments are spacious, the kitchens are fully equipped for daily cooking, and the Lonsdale Street location puts you close to everything you need for day-to-day living. It’s our most popular Melbourne CBD apartment hotel for guests staying a week or more. As our most booked Melbourne CBD apartment hotel for extended visits, we offer competitive long stay rates.
Yes. Our two-bedroom apartments give families separate sleeping areas, a kitchen for preparing meals, and a living room with space for everyone. Hardware Lane, Flinders Street, and Central Melbourne all offer two-bedroom family apartments. Flinders Street is particularly popular with families, with the heated pool on-site and Sea Life Aquarium a 4-minute walk away. You can also explore our family-friendly accommodation options.
Book directly through our website and sign up as a Brady’s Member. Membership is free and gives you 8% off the Flexible Rate, free early check-in from 1pm, late check-out until 11am, priority upgrades, and discounted parking. It’s the best deal you’ll find on hotel apartments in Melbourne.
All five Brady properties sit within the free tram zone. Our apartment hotels in Melbourne, Australia at Hardware Lane and Flinders Street are both well-connected, and Flinders Street is a 5-minute walk from Southern Cross Station for SkyBus airport services and V/Line regional trains.
If you’re looking for a Melbourne CBD central apartment hotel with genuine local character, Brady offers something different. We’re independently owned and operated, our team knows the city inside out, and we’re focused on delivering an authentic Melbourne experience rather than a chain hotel stay. With five properties across the CBD, from hotel rooms to long stay and short stay apartments, we can match the right stay to your trip.
All five Brady properties are conveniently located as apartment hotels Melbourne CBD, just a short distance from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine). The SkyBus runs regularly from Southern Cross Station, only a 5-minute walk from our Flinders Street property, with travel times typically between 25 and 40 minutes depending on traffic.
Yes. Flinders Street’s apartments include an in-room washer and dryer. Hardware Lane, Central Melbourne, Jones Lane and Elizabeth Street all have self-serve laundry on-site, with washing machines and dryers available to guests throughout their stay.