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lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Melbourne Central

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A modern office space with a long counter, glass walls, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a long island, seating area, and a visible 'BOND' sign on the wall.
Meeting facility
A hotel entrance with a clear view of the street, a sign for 'On Elizabeth Melbourne,' and a visible address '489 Elizabeth Street.'
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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489 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, RMIT University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

One of a Kind

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One of a king Plus (Balcony)

One of a king Plus (Balcony)

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

One of a Kind Plus

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Interior

One of a Kind Plus (Accessible)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Side by Side

Side by Side

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite Lyf

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Melbourne

Heart of Melbourne.At this Melbourne Central Business District hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, both within a 5-minute walk. Collins Street and Marvel Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Queen Victoria Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • RMIT University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State Library of Victoria - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 19 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bratwurst Shop & Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪St. ALi & The Queen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Victoria - ‬1 min walk

About this property

lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne

4-star hotel near Melbourne Central
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne also features a fitness center, laundry facilities, and an elevator.

This 4-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 8 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 8 to 35 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

How close is lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne to the airport?

Lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne is 9.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne.

How close is lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne to the beach?

This hotel is 5.7 mi (26-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 8.7 mi (31-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 8 and 35 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne have a pool?

Lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne does not have a pool.

Does lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne to downtown Melbourne?

Lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne is 0.5 mi away from Melbourne.

lyf on Elizabeth Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiong choon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and modern. The location was great. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenience location. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly and helpful staff. No tea and coffee facility in the room itself. We weren't advised of the facilities in Level 1 which would have been nice to know about. Overall great visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Long Dinh

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner not working then change to another room then Leaking water in bathroom No hot water Death safe. Took 3 days to open I have never been experienced hotel with terrible facility like that
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bronya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Hayley

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

wei-chieh

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026