Hotels near Block Arcade, Melbourne

👍 The Ibis Melbourne Central Hotel's location is absolutely perfect! It's super convenient for transport, being so close to the central station and all the major attractions. The hotel facilities are new, the room is spacious and bright, and the bedding is comfortable. The front desk staff are very enthusiastic and promptly helped solve any issues. Plus, the breakfast is great!

Location: Just a few hundred meters from Southern Cross, with convenient stores, restaurants, and tram stops nearby. Transportation is very accessible. Room: Spacious, clean, and comfortable. Service: Below even the most basic guesthouses. Some of their policies are unbelievable for a hotel apartment in 2026. They seem dedicated to turning essential services into paid items. Unless you have no other choice, I don't recommend it. 1. The front desk isn't 24-hour. Don't book here if you arrive after 8 PM local time, as there's an extra service charge. 2. If you forget your key and need someone to let you into the apartment, there's an extra service charge. 3. If everything goes smoothly during check-in, you're a customer. If there's a problem, they act like they're royalty. A normal response would be to help solve the issue, but they seemed annoyed that it was delaying their shift, and their attitude was terrible. Amenities: Kitchenware, refrigerator, washing machine – everything you need. Just remember to bring your own toothbrush, toothpaste, and slippers.

At first, they gave me the room at the corner and which had high frequency noise from air conditioning. The front desk staff was very nice, he helped me to change another room at once. Even that the room was smaller than the old one, but brighter, feel more comfortable and more quiet. I can’t imagine if I need to sleep in the old room for 6 night. This hotel is very convenience which place at the free tr zone in the city centre.

The room was clean and tidy, and the breakfast was good. The hotel entrance is located on Melbourne Walk, which isn't very obvious but easy to find with navigation. The location is convenient for getting around. Turning left out of the hotel brings you to Bourke Street, a very lively area. Nearby, you can catch the free trams No. 86 and No. 96. It's only three stops to Southern Cross Station, where you can take the SkyBus to the airport for about 25 AUD, which is very convenient. Chinatown, the State Library Victoria, and the University of Melbourne are all nearby. Turning right out of the hotel brings you to Little Collins Street, and within a few minutes' walk, you'll reach Federation Square, Flinders Street Railway Station, Graffiti Street, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Yarra River. The area is bustling with many dining options and supermarkets like Metro and Coles.

So close to everything! Absolutely amazing service by reception. I will 100% recommend to friends and family. Affordable and great service and really great spaces in the room. Only thing I’d nitpick is the shower pressure (and temperature - it’s hard sometimes to find the perfect temperature sometimes too hot sometimes too cold), and the bed frame was flimsy. But! If it’s a short stay and you want great service, convenient location and excellent space then this is the place to be!

The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient for both dining and getting around. There's a free tram service within the loop line. We stayed in a comfortable two-bedroom apartment with a living room, and it came fully equipped with a refrigerator, cabinets, stove, and dishes. The only downside was the lack of an in-room washing machine, and the communal laundry machines were often in use.

We stayed here for two nights and three days. The main advantage of this location is its proximity to Queen Victoria Market. Unfortunately, we visited around Easter, and the market was only open on the Saturday in between. Luckily, we made it on that day; otherwise, staying here would have felt a bit pointless. Regarding the room: 1. Space and amenities (a) We booked a triple room with two beds (one double, one single). (b) The overall flow of the room felt a bit cramped, with a table, luggage rack, and wardrobe. (c) The fridge provided a complimentary bottle of milk daily, seemingly for coffee. You could request more if needed. 2. Bathroom facilities The bathroom was fairly standard, nothing particularly special. However, it did have a shower screen for wet/dry separation, which kept the bathroom fresh. 3. Downsides The single bed wasn't properly fixed; any movement or sitting on it would cause the entire bed to shift. Overall, the location is still great. On this trip, I booked three hotels in different parts of the Free Tram Zone. In this area (the northern part), you can find many Asian restaurants and supermarkets, as well as the market. Due to heavy rain during our stay, we didn't venture further north to Melbourne University. Near there, you'll find the Old Melbourne Gaol and Lygon Street (Little Italy), which has many Italian restaurants that I’d highly recommend. Regarding hotel service: While the hotel offered a buffet, we didn't purchase it and opted to eat out. A minor regret is that the service here was just average. As it's an Ibis, part of a large hotel group, the prices are relatively affordable, and they handle a high volume of guests daily. Consequently, the staff's attitude felt rather indifferent during check-in or when storing our luggage. That pretty much sums it up; I'll leave the rest for others to experience.

The location of the room was absolutely perfect, 100/100! It was super convenient for getting around and sightseeing. We could easily walk to the riverbank to see the night view, enjoy a city walk, or catch public transport. Just perfect. The facilities were new and spotlessly clean. They even left a handwritten service card, which made the experience even better than a five-star hotel in Cairns. Right across the street is the iconic station. I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Melbourne.

Close to the train station, restaurants and attractions. Clean room, comfortable bed, well functioning shower. The staff are all friendly and helpful. Suggestion: free water for guests and a rack or tray to put guest shampoo or soap.

The hotel manager provided absolutely amazing service. I left some clothes behind at the hotel, which also had a lot of cash in them. When I called, the manager immediately located my items and kept in constant contact with me to verify my details, ensuring everything would be returned safely to me.