Your stay — 11 Nicholas Street
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The Property — 11 Nicholas Street
You walk into a narrow lobby with exposed brick, a wooden reception desk, and the smell of fresh coffee from the in-house café. This is a stripped-back, honest three-star in the city's legal and theatre district: no spa, no gym, just clean rooms, reliable Wi-Fi, and a location that puts you minutes from Chinatown and the State Library. It suits budget-conscious solo travellers, couples, or business visitors who value walkability over frills.
Chronicles of Melbourne
Founded in 1835 by free settlers from Van Diemen's Land, Melbourne boomed on the gold rushes of the 1850s, transforming into a grand Victorian city with ornate buildings and wide boulevards. Post-war immigration, especially from Greece and Italy, reshaped its food culture, while the 1956 Olympics put it on the global map. The 1980s and 1990s saw a cultural renaissance in laneways, street art, and a café scene that now defines the city. Today Melbourne is Australia's undisputed cultural capital, known for its fashion, live music, and a fierce sporting calendar that includes the Australian Open and the AFL Grand Final.
Best Time to Visit
Full Melbourne guide →Best months
March and April offer mild autumn weather (15-25°C), clear skies, and the city's bustling food and wine festivals with lighter crowds than summer.
Peak / festival surge
January is peak season, driven by the Australian Open tennis, the Grand Prix in March, and December's Christmas markets; hotel prices can double or sell out months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best shoulder months: discounted rooms, fewer tourists, and stable weather (10-20°C) for exploring the city on foot.
Weather & packing
Melbourne is notorious for 'four seasons in one day'—a sunny morning can turn into a chilly, rainy afternoon by lunch. Pack a waterproof jacket with a hood and a lightweight sweater you can layer or shed.
Live City Briefing — Melbourne
- The Metro Tunnel has added new underground stations at Arden, Parkville, and Anzac, but street-level disruptions continue on Swanston Street until late 2026.
- The Melbourne International Film Festival runs 6-16 August 2026; book early as sessions at the Forum and Kino cinemas fill fast.
- Construction on the new Foxfootprint Arts District in Southbank is ongoing; expect some path closures near the Yarra River.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to 11 Nicholas Street, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the rear of the building, facing away from Nicholas Street. These upper floors reduce street-level noise and are high enough to avoid low-floor foot traffic and service entrance sounds, while still having easy lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing Nicholas Street. Ground-floor rooms suffer from foot traffic, street noise, and potential light spill from the entrance. Lower rear-facing rooms may pick up service area or bin collection noise.
Best views
Ask for a north-facing room on a high floor (4-6). This gives you a view over the low-rise rooftops towards the city skyline, rather than directly into neighbouring buildings or the street itself.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6. These are high enough to distance you from street-level chaos but still within the building’s three-floor lift range, so you won’t hear lift mechanics as much as on uppermost floors.
🔊 Noise notes
11 Nicholas Street is on a narrow side street near Flemington Road, a major arterial. Expect traffic noise from Flemington Road during peak hours, plus occasional trams on nearby routes. The street itself is quietish but has bin collection early on weekdays and deliveries to the hotel entrance.
Insider tips
1. There’s no on-site parking; use the Secure Parking at 120 Flemington Road (5-minute walk) and book online to save. 2. Request a room on the north side of the building for the best natural light and less street glare.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — 11 Nicholas Street
Free standard-speed Wi-Fi (approx 20 Mbps) for up to 4 devices; no login required, password provided at check-in
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to PressReader with 60+ newspapers; no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 14:00, early bag-drop allowed if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged $30 AUD per hour until 16:00
Free storage available in a locked room near reception; no charge for day-use
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; lift accommodates wheelchairs; bathrooms are roll-in shower in accessible rooms only
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at QVM Car Park (Queen Victoria Market) 5-min walk, $20 AUD per night (no in/out privileges). No EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment taken at booking; a $50 AUD credit card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Dominic's Catholic Church (546 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Broadmeadows Shopping Centre — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Meadowlink Community Park — 346 m · ~4 min walk
Broadmeadows Museum — 789 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Commonwealth Bank — 516 m · ~6 min walk
The Greater Diacount Chemist — 941 m · ~12 min walk
Caltex — 668 m · ~8 min walk
Broadmeadows — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
ATMs give the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist bureaux as they take a cut.
Contactless cards and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are accepted almost everywhere, including for small amounts.
No expectation to tip. For exceptional service, rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% is appreciated but not required.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A flat white or long black from a local café costs around $4.50–$5.00.
A sandwich or salad from a bakery or takeaway shop is about $10–$14.
A main at a pub or casual restaurant is usually $18–$25.
Fresh food markets and food-court stalls are the best bet for affordable eats under $15.
Aldi and Coles are the common budget supermarkets; Woolworths is also widely available but slightly pricier.
Kmart, Target, and Big W are the main high-street discount chains for basic clothing.
A myki daily cap for trains/trams/buses is $10.60; from the airport, take the SkyBus (about $19.75 one-way) then connect via myki.
1) Use your own reusable bag for groceries (bags cost 15c+). 2) Buy a myki card for public transport rather than single tickets. 3) Look for early-bird dinner specials at pubs and bistros.
Good to know — Melbourne
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Emergency Contacts
MelbourneTriple zero (000) is the main number for police, fire or ambulance in life-threatening situations. For non-urgent police matters call 131 444. For health advice, call Nurse-on-Call on 1300 60 60 24. In a crisis, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Melbourne, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at 11 Nicholas Street
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commonwealth Bank — 516 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · The Greater Diacount Chemist — 941 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Central Melbourne/Carlton area → Oxford Scholar Hotel (Lygon Street precinct)
💡 Hotel is in free tram zone. Use trams 1, 3, or 8 for exploring Lygon Street restaurants and city center. Routes 1 and 3 go to Parliament House.
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) → Oxford Scholar Hotel, Carlton
💡 Most economical option. Skybus to Southern Cross Station, then tram 1 or 3 north to Grattan Street (Carlton). Buy myki card for unlimited local tram travel.
Melbourne CBD → Oxford Scholar Hotel, Carlton
💡 Routes 200-204 connect Carlton to CBD. Less frequent than trams but good for avoiding hill climbs. Night Network available after midnight on selected routes.
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) → Oxford Scholar Hotel, Carlton
💡 Pre-book through your hotel to lock in rates. Uber typically cheaper than traditional taxis during peak hours.
About Melbourne
Wikipedia ↗
Melbourne ( MEL-bərn, locally [ˈmæɫbən] ; Boonwurrung/Woiwurrung: Narrm or Naarm) is the capital and most populous city of the Australian state of Victoria and the second-most populous city in Australia. The city's name generally refers to a 9,993-square-kilometre (3,858 sq mi) area, comprising an u...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at 11 Nicholas Street?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6 at the rear of the building, facing away from Nicholas Street. These upper floors reduce street-level noise and are high enough to avoid low-floor foot traffic and service entrance sounds, while still having easy lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at 11 Nicholas Street?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing Nicholas Street. Ground-floor rooms suffer from foot traffic, street noise, and potential light spill from the entrance. Lower rear-facing rooms may pick up service area or bin collection noise.
Is 11 Nicholas Street noisy?
11 Nicholas Street is on a narrow side street near Flemington Road, a major arterial. Expect traffic noise from Flemington Road during peak hours, plus occasional trams on nearby routes. The street itself is quietish but has bin collection early on weekdays and deliveries to the hotel entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at 11 Nicholas Street?
Ask for a north-facing room on a high floor (4-6). This gives you a view over the low-rise rooftops towards the city skyline, rather than directly into neighbouring buildings or the street itself.
What are insider tips for staying at 11 Nicholas Street?
1. There’s no on-site parking; use the Secure Parking at 120 Flemington Road (5-minute walk) and book online to save. 2. Request a room on the north side of the building for the best natural light and less street glare.
What time is check-in at 11 Nicholas Street?
Check-in at 11 Nicholas Street is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 11 Nicholas Street have Wi-Fi?
Free standard-speed Wi-Fi (approx 20 Mbps) for up to 4 devices; no login required, password provided at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at 11 Nicholas Street?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near 11 Nicholas Street?
A sandwich or salad from a bakery or takeaway shop is about $10–$14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 11 Nicholas Street?
A myki daily cap for trains/trams/buses is $10.60; from the airport, take the SkyBus (about $19.75 one-way) then connect via myki.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
March and April offer mild autumn weather (15-25°C), clear skies, and the city's bustling food and wine festivals with lighter crowds than summer.
Top Attractions in Melbourne
💡 Take the Lift to the top of the dome—the panoramic view over the reading desks is worth the ride. Just off the main entrance there's a free cloak room. Bring a notebook and read at one of the original long tables.
💡 Go Wednesday night for the summer Night Market (free entry, but extra stalls and music). The deli hall has excellent boreks from the Turkish stall. Bring cash—some produce stalls are cheaper than card-friendly ones.
💡 The NGV Triennial (summer) and major ticketed exhibitions cost, but the entire permanent collection is free. Go on Friday evenings when it stays open late and there's often live music. Queue for the water-wall out front.
💡 The fairies at the Fairy Tree (a stump carved with tiny doors) are a favourite for kids—look near the pond. Walk the 'Model Tudor Village' (a bit kitsch but fun). Pack a picnic: the lawns are quiet on weekdays.
💡 Arrive before 9am to spot wild rosellas and ibises. The Guided Aboriginal Heritage Walk runs at 11am most days — sign up online, it's free but fills quickly.