Your stay — Quest Apartments Ivanhoe
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The Property — Quest Apartments Ivanhoe
Quest Apartments Ivanhoe is a straightforward, functional apartment-hotel in a quiet northern suburb, not a flashy city-centre stay. It works best for travellers who want a kitchenette and separate living space rather than a standard hotel room. The vibe is practical and calm — think clean, beige-toned lobby with polite staff, aimed at long-stay business visitors or families who value easy street parking and proximity to the Yarra River parks.
Chronicles of Melbourne
Founded in 1835 by John Batman and John Pascoe Fawkner as a pastoral outpost, Melbourne boomed after the 1850s gold rush, which funded its grand Victorian-era buildings like the Flinders Street Station and the Block Arcade. The city later reinvented itself around manufacturing and then finance, with a 1950s modernist skyline shaped by architects like Roy Grounds. Contemporary Melbourne is defined by its grid of lanes, European-style coffee culture, and a fierce sports rivalry between Australian rules football and cricket at the MCG.
Best Time to Visit
Full Melbourne guide →Best months
March and April for settled autumn weather, plus November for spring blooms and fewer crowds than summer.
Peak / festival surge
December to February are peak summer months, driven by holiday travel, the Australian Open tennis (late January), and the Grand Prix (late March). Hotel prices double in December and January; book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
February is the budget shoulder month: still warm, crowds thin after the tennis, and rates drop sharply from January highs.
Weather & packing
Melbourne's climate is famously volatile — you can get four seasons in one day, including sudden cool changes even in summer. Pack layers: a waterproof jacket and a light sweater every single day, regardless of forecast.
Live City Briefing — Melbourne
- The Metro Tunnel project is still closing parts of Flinders Street and Swanston Street until late 2026; check tram route diversions before heading into the CBD.
- The Queen Victoria Market's night market returns for the winter season on Wednesday evenings through August, with food stalls and live music.
- State government has extended free tram travel within the Free Tram Zone until July 2028 — only the CBD and Docklands, not Ivanhoe.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Quest Apartments Ivanhoe, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the courtyard or rear of the building. These have less street noise and a calmer outlook.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor, especially those at the front, as street noise from Melbourne's arterial roads can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms directly above the lift or service areas.
Best views
Rooms at the rear or upper floors offer decent city skyline or courtyard views, avoiding the main street frontage.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest, balancing distance from street and service noise.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main Melbourne road, so front-facing rooms get traffic noise, especially during peak hours. Lift and service corridors can also be a source of internal noise.
Insider tips
If you're driving, confirm parking availability in advance; many apartments rely on limited off-street parking. Check-in may be contactless, so look out for key collection details in your booking confirmation.
- 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 — Quest Apartments Ivanhoe
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) for up to 4 devices; paid premium tier (25 Mbps, A$10/day) available
Lift serves all floors (3 storeys); no stairs-only sections
Digital newspapers via QuestApp (limited titles); no physical papers. No notable heritage quirks (modern building from 2016)
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 12:00 for A$50 (subject to availability, request by 10:00) – weekend baggage holding is same as weekday
Free for day-of-arrival and day-of-departure; ask at front desk
Step-free access from street to lobby; lift to all floors; wheelchair-accessible rooms on ground and first floors; no accessible parking space on-site
On-site secure parking A$15/night (limited to 20 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park at Ivanhoe Train Station (450 m away, A$5/day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required at booking; A$100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Mary Immaculate Catholic Church (136 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Ivanhoe Uniting Church (302 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Ivanhoe Baptist Church Chapel (420 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. James' Anglican Church (785 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Ivanhoe Plaza — 251 m · ~3 min walk
Nellie Ibbott Park — 534 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Commonwealth Bank — 242 m · ~3 min walk
Chemist Warehouse — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Journey To The East Asian Mart — 344 m · ~4 min walk
Ivanhoe — 517 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at airports or tourist bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) and contactless payments (tap-and-go) are accepted almost everywhere; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) is common.
Tipping is not expected. Round up for good service in restaurants or taxis; hotel staff don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A flat white from a local café costs about AUD 4.50–5.50.
A sandwich or poke bowl from a takeaway spot costs around AUD 12–15.
A main at a pub or casual restaurant is typically AUD 20–28.
Food courts in shopping centres (e.g. Melbourne Central) and market stalls (e.g. Queen Victoria Market) offer affordable Asian and Middle Eastern eats.
Aldi and Coles are the budget supermarket chains.
H&M, Uniqlo, and Kmart in the CBD provide affordable high-street clothing.
A myki day pass costs AUD 10.60 for unlimited travel on trams, trains, and buses within zones 1+2 (all inner Melbourne). From the airport, take the SkyBus to Southern Cross Station (AUD 19.75 one-way).
Fill a water bottle at public taps (water is safe and free). Look for 'early bird' dinner specials before 6:30pm. Free tram zone in the city centre covers most attractions.
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 Quest Apartments Ivanhoe
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Commonwealth Bank — 242 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Chemist Warehouse — 213 m · ~3 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 Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the courtyard or rear of the building. These have less street noise and a calmer outlook.
Which rooms should I avoid at Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor, especially those at the front, as street noise from Melbourne's arterial roads can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms directly above the lift or service areas.
Is Quest Apartments Ivanhoe noisy?
The hotel is on a main Melbourne road, so front-facing rooms get traffic noise, especially during peak hours. Lift and service corridors can also be a source of internal noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
Rooms at the rear or upper floors offer decent city skyline or courtyard views, avoiding the main street frontage.
What are insider tips for staying at Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
If you're driving, confirm parking availability in advance; many apartments rely on limited off-street parking. Check-in may be contactless, so look out for key collection details in your booking confirmation.
What time is check-in at Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
Check-in at Quest Apartments Ivanhoe is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Quest Apartments Ivanhoe have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (5 Mbps) for up to 4 devices; paid premium tier (25 Mbps, A$10/day) available
Is there a city or tourist tax at Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
A sandwich or poke bowl from a takeaway spot costs around AUD 12–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Quest Apartments Ivanhoe?
A myki day pass costs AUD 10.60 for unlimited travel on trams, trains, and buses within zones 1+2 (all inner Melbourne). From the airport, take the SkyBus to Southern Cross Station (AUD 19.75 one-way).
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
March and April for settled autumn weather, plus November for spring blooms and fewer 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.