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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Urban retreat in Melbourne's heart

Stylish laneways surround this boutique Melbourne hotel with complimentary happy hour wine. Spacious, quiet rooms offer a retreat from the bustling theater district and Chinatown. Friendly staff provide exceptional service, including free laundry and dining recommendations.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $143
$130 nightly
$143 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

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19 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fed Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Memphis Terrace | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Memphis Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Memphis Penthouse | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Memphis Penthouse

  • City view
  • 872 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Downtown Studio | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Downtown Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Downtown Studio Suite | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Downtown Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.1 miles
  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flinders Lane - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fed Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 2 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Imperial Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pellegrini's Espresso Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Secret Kitchen Chinatown - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dolly - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spring Street Grocer - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Laneways by Ovolo

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.
Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
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.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.2 miles (AUD 27 per day); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (AUD 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • 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 fire extinguisher and 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. 707 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and cute hotel with a safe, friendly vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Montana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Doha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

INGRID

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberley

Shower dirty and layout of room annoying. Also expensive mini bar
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Damian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Le

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A boutique hotel in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
*
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Stay ever.. my new favourite hotel in Melbourne. The staff and roof are fantastic.. cant wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a great vibe. Rooms are spacious. Large TV in the lounge area and bedroom. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great location. Car park a very short walk from the hotel and you can go in and out as often as you like. I travel a lot and can strongly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extreamly helpful. Rooms were neat & tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for restaurants, very clean with everything you need. Only downside was very small basin in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location close to shops and the theatre. It is always a fun place to stay with friendly, helpful staff, lovely decor and comfy beds. I love the happy hour drinks, coffee machine and the lollies!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Natimuk

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and convenient location, right beside light rail service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025