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Birches Serviced Apartments

3.5 star property

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Close to Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena, Birches Serviced Apartments provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment - Twin

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment - Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Boutique One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Superior Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Deluxe One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Queen One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard One Bedroom Apartment Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Located in East Melbourne, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, Birches Serviced Apartments is near a metro station. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Collins Street and Bourke Street Mall. Check out an event or a game at Rod Laver Arena, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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160 Simpson Street, East Melbourne, VIC, 03002

What's nearby

  • Fitzroy Gardens which includes a garden
    Fitzroy Gardens
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Melbourne Park which includes a sporting event
    Melbourne Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Princess Theatre featuring a city, a skyscraper and street scenes
    Princess Theatre
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rod Laver Arena
    Rod Laver Arena
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Epworth Freemasons Hospital
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • North Richmond Station
    5 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station
    11 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Good Bean Collingwood
    7 min walk
  • The Commons Reading Room
    8 min walk
  • Square & Compass
    7 min walk
  • Jinda Thai Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Roccella Restaurant
    7 min walk

About this property

Birches Serviced Apartments

Along with self parking, this aparthotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Each apartment provides an LCD TV with cable channels, plus a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a sitting area, and other amenities include free WiFi and a pillowtop bed. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Birches Serviced Apartments offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and DVD players. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchens or kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Melbourne aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (AUD 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 30 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total
  • Fee: AUD 35 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 24 units
  • 3 floors
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
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 are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 35 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: AUD 20 per night
  • Pet fee: AUD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.2 per cent

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Birches Serviced Apartments East Melbourne
Birches Serviced East Melbourne
Birches Serviced Apartments Apartment East Melbourne
Birches Serviced Apartments Apartment
Birches Serviced Apartments
Birches Serviced Apartments Aparthotel
Birches Serviced Apartments East Melbourne
Birches Serviced Apartments Aparthotel East Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

Is Birches Serviced Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of AUD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Birches Serviced Apartments?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birches Serviced Apartments on 22 Mar 2026 start from AU$161, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Birches Serviced Apartments?

Self-parking is available for AUD 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Birches Serviced Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Birches Serviced Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Birches Serviced Apartments located?

Located in East Melbourne, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Fitzroy Gardens and Melbourne Cricket Ground. Collins Street and Princess Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km). North Richmond Station is 5 minutes by foot and West Richmond Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Birches Serviced Apartments Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 627 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 627 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 627 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 627 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 627 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was clean and comfortable, parking was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jacky

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Room was basic and a bit run down, but clean and comfortable. Parking was very easy and secure. Great option for anyone looking for affordable accommodation near the cbd. Amazing price, especially considering it has a full kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
property was clean and tidy, but a bit tired in areas. Great location, easy access to hospitals for family visits, cafes, walk to city, good security, and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Some cobwebs at the top of curtains / roof. Otherwise brilliant rooms / cleanliness / location and parking. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Communication
Great value for money and fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bed was comfy. close to aami park. walking distance to shops. secure parking. quiet. only downfall was bath needed a good scrub and no shampoo or conditioner was provided. However I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoy staying at the Birches for its location, off street parking and customer service.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well set out, air-conditioning worked well. Nice comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a great place to stay by the MCG. Clean spacious rooms with a surprising amount of coffee options for the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy going and light filled apartment. Very good location and CBD is an easy walk. Clean place and easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location for our purpose was excellent (hospital nearby), but property was quite dirty with very poor services. Staff were very pleasant to deal with but they could not clean the apartments or fix tv’s.
Stained mugs
Filthy carpet
Washing liquid squirted over blind
Shower over filthy bath
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well appointed units, lots of natural light, very clean in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Convenient Location

Last minute overnight stay; staff very accommodating. Shopping, restaurants, and transportation nearby. Excellent location although not the fanciest place, but fine for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Yasser

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had a short stay at the property to make it easier to access the St. Vincents Private hospital. Reception staff were attentive and rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Loved it

Clean and tidy apartment with everything that you need to a good stay. Close to shops, restaurants and public transport (tram, bus and train). And just 35 minutes walk in to the city this place is perfect. Close enough to the city but far enough out to be quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rimma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We were in a walk distance from the Rod Laver Arena. The room and beddings were spotless clean. We had everything we needed. Thank you! Leask family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location is excellent. It was a bit difficult with a baby and pram and STUFF to be on the top floor with no lift, but aside from that the Birches staff were helpful and accommodating and it's so easy to get everywhere from there!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Footy at the MCG

Stayed here due to its proximity to the MCG and great location for MCG access. Room is tired, small bathroom, stayed one night was ok for a shower and bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Have stayed here twice. Great value for money. Clean, spacious apartment, kitchen, lounge and bathroom. Beautiful big windows! On site parking right at the door and an outdoor area with bbq. The staff are so lovely and accomodating-early checks ins, late check outs and even storing my items safely that I accidentally left behind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Found the staff very friendly and accommodating. Beautiful hot shower and very comfortable bed. Great location to hospitals, city and public transport. The only complaint was the carpet. Alot of stains and needed a steam clean. Would recommend the property otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the security entry, the bathtub , the decoration piece in the towels a really nice touch; very clean,and wonderful staff ~ very understanding; bed very comfortable - I slept best I have in a while ~ fantastic that pets are welcome ~ only criticism I have is extra fee for parking when there is a car park attached to property- makes it very expensive when adding this ~ should be included in price ~ other than that I would be back in a heartbeat
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Communication
Property does need updating and the cleanliness was a bit ordinary. Staff at reception were very nice.? The fact that my dogs could be there was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023