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Laneways by Ovolo

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel in Melbourne with a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby lounge
Creator video - submitted by Nancy Sevilla
Front of property
Memphis Terrace | Balcony view
Lobby sitting area
Laneways by Ovolo sits in Melbourne's bustling center, offering a refined urban sanctuary. Guests connect easily with in-room WiFi while the hotel's multilingual team provides luggage storage, dry cleaning, tour assistance, and concierge services throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Downtown Studio Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Downtown Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Downtown Studio | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Downtown Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Memphis Penthouse

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

Memphis Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Downtown Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Memphis Penthouse

  • Sleeps 4

Memphis Terrace

  • Sleeps 4

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Downtown Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

Uptown Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

What's nearby

  • Princess Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Vincent's Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Melbourne - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 2 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Imperial Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spring Street Grocer - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Anda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪City Wine Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Traveller - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Laneways by Ovolo

Upscale boutique hotel near Princess Theatre
Located close to St. Vincent's Hospital and Carlton Gardens, Laneways by Ovolo provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Laneways by Ovolo boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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

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 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Laneways by Ovolo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Laneways by Ovolo?

Self parking is available for AUD 27 per day.

What time is check-in at Laneways by Ovolo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Laneways by Ovolo?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Laneways by Ovolo located?

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre, Carlton Gardens, and St. Vincent's Hospital. Melbourne Central and Fed Square are also within 15 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 2-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 14 minutes.

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Laneways by Ovolo Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 712 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phillida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this property and always stay here. Great rooms for families and close to everything. Great staff too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convienet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast check-in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffs were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, Location, Location and friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all exceptionally helpful Hotel ideally placed near theatre and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very unique hotel with personalized service .A fabulous location and whisper quite .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, super helpful and professional staff with a great location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adam Grey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, easy checking and out
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t wait to visit again! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel, staff were all excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and a fun vibe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

iain

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alternative vibes, not the usual hotel experience

Funky and full of character. No cooking facilities in the terrace suites, just be aware. Worth the experience. Lovely staff who go the extra mile. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcoming and helpful staff. Some really nice touches like free ‘happy hour’ and free laundry. Close to trams so easy to get around and plenty of reasonable restaurants nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky . Nice little touches. Jelly beans are always good. Ta
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms compact. Wifi is spotty. Apart from that brilliant location. Very friendly ladies on reception
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Melbourne Laneway hotel!

Funky little laneway hotel. Awesome location. Plenty of restaurants & bars nearby and walking distance to Rod Laver. Super cool fit out & generous sized rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was exactly as advertised. Comfy beds, spacious, great location. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very thankful , we arrive from LAX and they let us checked in early which was very helpful after a 15-16 hrs direct flight . Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities for families
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best properties that i have stayed in a while and i travel a lot. Very well done, great amenities, room was super clean and just the right size. Right outside chinatown and felt really safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is by far our favourite place to stay in Melbourne! Hotel is fantastic, staff go above and beyond every time and the location cannot be beat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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