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Overview of Ovolo Laneways

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Terrace/patio
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Fridge, electric kettle
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Ovolo Laneways

4 out of 5

4.6/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.7/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • 24-hour vacancy between guest room stays

Explore the area

    Popular LocationMelbourne Central12 min walk
    Popular LocationMelbourne Cricket Ground19 min walk
    Popular LocationQueen Victoria Market20 min walk
    AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)27 min drive

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Two Bedroom Terrace Suite

5/5 guest room rating
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

One Bedroom Suite

4.8/5 guest room rating
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Suite

4.8/5 guest room rating
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Penthouse Suite

  • 81 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 King Beds

Studio

4.6/5 guest room rating
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite

4.9/5 guest room rating
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About this area

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne's Chinatown neighbourhood, Ovolo Laneways is in the city centre and near a metro station. Princess Theatre and Melbourne Central are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Melbourne Cricket Ground or Marvel Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Princess Theatre - 1 min walk
  • St Patrick's Cathedral - 7 min walk
  • Melbourne Central - 12 min walk
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 19 min walk
  • Queen Victoria Market - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 2 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Elephant & Wheelbarrow - 3 min walk
  • The Mess Hall - 4 min walk
  • Spaghetti Tree - 4 min walk
  • San Telmo - 4 min walk

About this property

Ovolo Laneways

Family-friendly Melbourne hotel in Chinatown, walk to Princess Theatre
Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free hotel has coffee/tea in a common area and a meeting room. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services and dry cleaning. All 42 rooms feature thoughtful touches such as free minibar items and bathrobes, along with conveniences such as sitting areas and fridges. Complimentary wireless Internet access and rainfall showerheads are standard, as are LCD TVs with cable channels.
Ovolo Laneways offers 42 forms of accommodation with free minibar items and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Hand sanitiser provided
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (AUD 16.00 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily: AUD 15.00 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Family friendly

  • Dry cleaning service
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • English

Business services

  • 1 meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Braille signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar
  • Fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Similar properties

The price per-night is based on the lowest price found within the past 24 hours for the next 30 nights. All prices include taxes and fees and are based on a 1-night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2:00 PM - anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots (infant beds)

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: AUD 15.00 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children (approximately)
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 16.00 per day

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
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
Ovolo Laneways Hotel
Ovolo Laneways Melbourne
Ovolo Laneways Hotel Melbourne

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Ovolo Laneways and receive a full refund?
Yes, Ovolo Laneways offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Ovolo Laneways cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
How much does it cost to stay at Ovolo Laneways?
As of 18 Apr. 2021, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ovolo Laneways on 10 May 2021 start from AU$202, 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.
Is Ovolo Laneways pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Ovolo Laneways?
Self-parking is available for AUD 16.00 per day.
What time is check-in at Ovolo Laneways?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM - anytime.
What time is check-out at Ovolo Laneways?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Ovolo Laneways located?
This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 15-minute walk of Princess Theatre and Melbourne Central. Melbourne Cricket Ground and University of Melbourne are also within 1 mi (2 km). Parliament Station is only a 2-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 13 minutes.

Overall score and ratings

4.6

Wonderful

Rating 5 - Excellent. 616 out of 858 reviews
5 - Excellent 72%
Rating 4 - Good. 191 out of 858 reviews
4 - Good 22%
Rating 3 - Okay. 36 out of 858 reviews
3 - Okay 4%
Rating 2 - Poor. 7 out of 858 reviews
2 - Poor 1%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 8 out of 858 reviews
1 - Terrible 1%

4.7/5

Cleanliness

4.6/5

Staff & service

4.6/5

Amenities

4.4/5

Property conditions & facilities
Write a review

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved how modern and relevant Ovolo Laneways is. Lots of great free Perks to. They have off site parking for $16 a night which is fantastic Staff were all very helpful. The location is fantastic. I look forward to more stays with Ovolo
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great fun hotel located in the east end of the city. Close to parklands, museum and plenty of bars and restaurants. The penthouse is a must and the two bed rooms also well laid out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always such a pleasure staying here. Staff are amazing, especially during these unprecedented times.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment had everything we needed! Free mini bar, coffee and snacks were the extra bonus! Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

1/5 Terrible

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

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