IMAGINE MARCO, Melbourne – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
42-48 Balston Street,
Melbourne,
Australia,
3006,
Victoria
Rooms & Amenities
Imagine Marco offers 1 and 2-bedroom apartments with timber floors, private balconies, and self-contained kitchens. Sky Apartments (Level 20+) include city or bay views. All units have in-room laundry, complimentary WiFi, and Smart TVs with streaming. Executive options feature king beds and dual balconies.
Dining Options
No on-site restaurants, but Southbank Promenade-a 3-minute walk-has over 50 eateries, including fine dining at Nobu and casual riverside cafes. Woolworths supermarket is adjacent for self-catering. Reception staff provide personalized dining recommendations.
Leisure & Entertainment
The hotel is 500m from Crown Casino and Arts Centre Melbourne. Rap Jumping (building descents) operates nearby. Eureka Skydeck, the Southern Hemisphere's highest observation deck, is 1km away. The Yarra River offers sightseeing cruises.
Location & Transport
Located in Southbank, 1km from Flinders Street Station. Walking distances: National Gallery of Victoria (5 mins), Rod Laver Arena (15 mins). Tram stop 200m away connects to Melbourne CBD. Airport is 27km via SkyBus.
Services
Weekly cleaning for long stays. Grocery pre-stocking available. Business services include a meeting room with an 8-seater marble table and AV equipment. No spa or gym, but passes to local fitness centers can be arranged.
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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Grocery shopping service
Children
Cots
Spa & Leisure
Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Washing machine
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
42-48 Balston Street,
Melbourne,
Australia,
3006,
Victoria
Map view
street view
42-48 Balston Street,
Melbourne,
Australia,
3006,
Victoria
City landmarks
Casino
Crown Melbourne
3800 ft
Stadium
Melbourne Cricket Ground
1.6
mi
7 Riverside Qy Southbank
Eureka Skydeck
2800 ft
Gallery
National Gallery of Victoria
5200 ft
Aquarium
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
4200 ft
Botanical Garden
Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
1.5
mi
Birdwood Ave
Shrine of Remembrance
1.1
mi
btwn Spring & Elizabeth Sts
Collins Street
4300 ft
Market
South Melbourne Market
4800 ft
Gallery
Arts Centre Melbourne
3400 ft
Square
Federation Square
4800 ft
Mall
Block Arcade
5200 ft
Flinders Street Federation Square
Acmi
5000 ft
Museum
Immigration Museum
3600 ft
Museum
Old Melbourne Gaol
1.3
mi
Church
St Paul's Cathedral
4900 ft
Parking area
Docklands Stadium
1.3
mi
Park
Fitzroy Gardens
1.3
mi
Park
Carlton Gardens
1.5
mi
Library
State Library Victoria
1.5
mi
Stadium
Rod Laver Arena
1.4
mi
Hosier Lane
Hosier Lane
1.0
mi
Mall
Southbank
4200 ft
Event hall
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
4400 ft
River
Yarra River
3800 ft
Little Bourke Street
Chinatown
1.4
mi
Degraves Street
Degraves Street
4700 ft
Theatre
Malthouse Theatre
2400 ft
Gallery
NGV Design Store at Federation Square
5300 ft
Theatre
State Theatre
3600 ft
Nearby
Gallery
Australian Centre for Contemporary Art
1200 ft
Restaurants
Vegie Kitchen
800 ft
113 Queens Bridge St Southbank
Pot au feu
1100 ft
54 Kavanagh St Southbank
A Treat of France
1700 ft
269 City Rd
Mesh - Crown Promenade
1900 ft
8 Whiteman Street
Circolo
2000 ft
58 Clarke St Shop 1
Malthouse Theatre Bar & Kitchen
2400 ft
113 Sturt St Southbank
My Goodness Pizza and Burgers
1800 ft
186 City Rd Southbank
Dee Casa
1700 ft
139 City Rd
Maori Chief Hotel
2700 ft
117 Moray St
Dead Man Espresso
2600 ft
35 Market Street
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
80%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Convenient Location
Friendly Staff
Cigarette Smell
Traffic Noise
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
6.3
Location
8.1
Service
7.9
Dining
6.4
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 7 reviews
7.7
7.7/10 based on 4520 reviews
Reginald
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at Imagine Marco. The rooms were gorgeous and very comfortable, although they were not serviced throughout my 11-day stay. The service was a mixed bag, with some staff being great and offering amazing customer service while others were not very helpful or accommodating. The location was great for exploring, with easy access to supermarkets, Southbank, and the city, although it was not the best for just hanging out comfortably. The dining options were convenient, allowing me to make my own continental breakfast, but they were not exactly as advertised. The facilities were decent overall.
Rooms
8.0
The room was gorgeous and very comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and very helpful, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The location was great, close to supermarkets, Southbank, and the city, making it easy to explore.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was convenient, allowing me to prepare my own continental breakfast, although not exactly as expected.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good and met my basic needs during my stay.
Ivan
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is in a convenient spot, with close proximity to Southgate promenade and Flinders Station. The rooms were spacious and nicely located, though there was a persistent cigarette smell likely from the previous guest. Noise from the Burnley Tunnel traffic could be disruptive for rooms facing the freeway or bay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious, though with a cigarette smell and noise from the traffic nearby.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with a very responsive and friendly staff.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, just a short walk to Southgate restaurants and with Woolworths conveniently across the road in the other complex.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were not as advertised, but the ability to purchase breakfast items on-site was convenient.
Facilities
8.0
Convenient Location
Cigarette Smell
Simon
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.2/10
The hotel offered a mix of excellent features like clean and spacious rooms, friendly and professional service, while being conveniently located close to city attractions. However, the dining options fell short of expectations and the balcony was disappointing. The value for money was reasonable considering the amenities provided.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very nice and clean with ample space in the living areas.
Service
9.0
The staff was very professional, helpful, and friendly, making the stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, being within walking distance of the city and other amenities.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience would be improved with more variety and accurate information.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were great with all required amenities and convenient onsite free car parking.
William
United States,
October
2023
6.0/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The location was great, close to attractions and the river, but the rooms were poorly equipped and not very clean. The service was friendly overall, but there were some communication issues. The dining options were limited, and the facilities were basic.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were poorly equipped and could have been cleaner. The balcony had some issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
6.0
The staff, though friendly, had some difficulty understanding English. They were generally efficient but lacked a compassionate approach at times.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was good with easy access to Southbank promenade and the Casino. However, it was surrounded by building development.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was limited, with options to buy and prepare your own continental breakfast, different from what was advertised.
Facilities
6.0
Ben
United Kingdom,
September
2023
6.2/10
The hotel is located right next to the motorway, offering convenient access, but the rooms were disappointing being dirty and very dated. The service was accommodating and friendly, making the stay pleasant. The location was handy to various attractions, but some aspects left room for improvement. The dining experience was not as expected, lacking variety and accuracy. Despite some downsides, the hotel provides good value for money.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were dirty and very dated.
Service
8.0
The service was accommodating and friendly.
Location
6.0
The location was handy but had some drawbacks.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not as advertised, lacking variety.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities were basic.
friendly staff
dated rooms
Duncan
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.2/10
The hotel is conveniently located with easy access to supermarkets, cafes, and attractions while offering clean and tidy rooms with a spacious dressing room. The service provided was exceptional with quick issue resolution, though amenities weren't always replenished without request.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean and tidy, with a large dressing room despite some layout challenges like the squished bed space.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, especially with quick issue resolution, though amenities needed reminders for replacement.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally situated close to supermarkets, cafes, and with easy access to major attractions while offering both peaceful surroundings and proximity to the bustling areas.
Dining
7.0
The option to purchase onsite for a continental breakfast provides convenience and saves time hunting for food in unknown areas.
Facilities
8.0
The property offers useful facilities like laundry service and grocery shopping assistance to enhance guest experience.
Andy
United States,
July
2023
6.6/10
The hotel was a mixed experience for us. The rooms, although smaller than expected and not entirely clean, were not a comfortable place to wait in for the two hours. On the bright side, the location was convenient for us, with easy access to Southbank and Flinders station.
Rooms
5.0
The room, though smaller than anticipated and showing signs of lack of cleanliness, was not a cozy spot to wait in for an extended period.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and accommodating, which was a plus. However, we expected better manners from a relatively expensive hotel.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient for us, allowing easy access to Southbank and Flinders station.
Dining
7.0
We appreciated the option to purchase breakfast onsite, providing a solution for cold mornings in an unfamiliar area.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had some useful facilities, like grocery shopping service, but overall, it lacked comfortable waiting areas during room preparation.