Laneways by Ovolo

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4.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Melbourne elegance steps from vibrant life

Unique boutique design captures the essence of Melbourne's laneways, placing you steps away from theatres, cafes, and vibrant bars. Enjoy super comfy beds, free 'little extras' in the foyer, and exceptional service that makes every stay memorable.

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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Laneways Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

Laneways Penthouse

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

Downtown Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Downtown Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Midtown 1 Bedroom Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Uptown 2 Bedroom Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

APARTMENT STANDARD

  • Sleeps 10

QUADRUPLE THREE BEDS

  • Sleeps 6

QUADRUPLE PENTHOUSE

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Laneways by Ovolo is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Princess Theatre and Fed Square are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Melbourne Central. Traveling with kids? Make time for Melbourne Arts Centre, or check out an event or a game at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
Map
19 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

What's nearby

  • A grand building with large columns and a flag on top.
    Parliament House of Victoria
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic theater with ornate architecture and a large marquee.
    Princess Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture, including a balcony and a sign for Her Majesty's Theatre.
    Her Majesty's Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A circular metal framework with a brick building at its base.
    Melbourne Central
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A modern building with a geometric facade and a glass structure in the background.
    Fed Square
    8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Secret Kitchen Chinatown
    2 min walk
  • Dolly
    2 min walk
  • Venom Brewing
    1 min walk
  • Imperial Hotel
    2 min walk
  • Patricia Coffee Brewers
    3 min walk

About this property

Laneways by Ovolo

  • Upscale boutique hotel near Princess Theatre
  • Located close to St. Vincent's Hospital and Carlton Gardens, Laneways by Ovolo provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
    • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
    • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Laneways by Ovolo boast perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
    • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: EarthCheck. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.2 miles (AUD 27 per day); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (AUD 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 27 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 27 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Laneways by Ovolo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 27 per day.

What time is check-in at Laneways by Ovolo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Laneways by Ovolo?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Laneways by Ovolo located?

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Princess Theatre, Carlton Gardens, and St. Vincent's Hospital. Melbourne Central and Fed Square are also within 15 minutes. Parliament Station is only a 2-minute walk and Melbourne Central Station is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Laneways by Ovolo Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1000 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great customer service and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice funky hotel in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff very helpful and cute hotel with a safe, friendly vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A boutique hotel in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing stay! Perfect location to explore. Clean and comfortable room. Great free coffee machine in lobby as well as free lollies and a happy hour with wine and chips! Staff was so friendly and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Best Stay ever.. my new favourite hotel in Melbourne. The staff and roof are fantastic.. cant wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We love this property and always stay here. Great rooms for families and close to everything. Great staff too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff are the heroes here, very warm, inviting and friendly. The property is spacious and decor is nice, but it felt in need of a lick of paint. Suite room was comfortable, overall a nice stay. Water took minutes to get hot though… but the blackout blinds/curtains were much needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was very spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely staff and convenient location, right beside light rail service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay, super helpful and professional staff with a great location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and facilities for families
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Location, Location, Location and friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Staff were all exceptionally helpful Hotel ideally placed near theatre and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fast check-in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great boutique hotel, staff were all excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location close to shops and the theatre. It is always a fun place to stay with friendly, helpful staff, lovely decor and comfy beds. I love the happy hour drinks, coffee machine and the lollies!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, very helpful friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staffs were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for restaurants, very clean with everything you need. Only downside was very small basin in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, easy checking and out
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were extreamly helpful. Rooms were neat & tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is by far our favourite place to stay in Melbourne! Hotel is fantastic, staff go above and beyond every time and the location cannot be beat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024