Alston Apartments Hotel is offering a mix of architecturally designed Studio and Two Bedroom apartment-style accommodation for corporate, families, couples, and leisure travelers. Whether you are here for 1 night, a week, or a month - with Woolworth supermarket (between central Lygon/Drummond St) so close and our well-equipped kitchenettes in your apartment, you can prepare and cook your own simple meals at anytime. All apartments have the following features to ensure your stay is enjoyable and pleasant. • Modern well-equipped Kitchenette with pot, pan, plates, bowls, cups, cutlery & utensils, wine glass, mugs, fridge, two burner stove, built-in dishwasher, microwave, grill, convection oven, tea-coffee making facilities, toaster and kettle plus rice cooker upon request. • FREE and unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the building • Prestige Queen Size beds (with pillow top) to ensure you have a comfortable rest • Large 82 cm LCD TV, and DVD player on request • Individually controlled heating/air-conditioning system in your apartment • En-suite bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries • Double glazed windows throughout plus windows open to let in fresh air. All windows come with full black out blinds. • Individual hot water unit in each apartment • Dining table and Chairs • Writing desk and Chair in the apartment (subject to availability) • Private balcony/ in-room patio in most apartments (subject to availability) Within the hotel we also have: • Onsite Laundry room with commercial Washing machines and Dryers • Lift access to all floors • CCTV cameras throughout the Building for added security • Large rooftop terrace with CBD views • In-door patio area • Pleasant and friendly Staff who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure your stay is pleasant Where are we? We are positioned in the food haven of Melbourne - the cosmopolitan Carlton and Lygon St, otherwise known as Little Italy due to its selection of delicious Italian Restaurants. Located at 138 Elgin Street, a short 2 minutes walk to Lygon Shopping Centre where you will find the NOVA Cinema, Woolworth Supermarket, the popular Brunetti Cafe, and a selection of fashion stores. Alston Apartments Hotel is a heritage building with modern apartments on the inside. The apartments are on Level 1 and 2 and all rooms are double glazed, therefore if you are seeking a quiet place to rest, this is it. Furthermore, at the ground floor we have CAMPOS Cafe who brewed their own coffees early in the morning- perfect for those who know their Coffees. Please note. The building is strictly Non-Smoking. However, guests who wish to smoke are encouraged to book an apartment with balcony/or open patio and firmly close the sliding doors. Otherwise, there is an indoor patio area. Alston Apartments Hotel is located very close to the following fantastic Melbourne icons: Carlton Gardens (and Children's playground), Royal Exhibition Building, CBD, Melbourne Museum, Imax Theatre and Melbourne University (8 mins walk), and major hospitals. The closest Tram stop is at the intersection of Lygon and Elgin Street - only 2 mins walk away, and the Tram will take you directly to CBD via Swanston Street. Tram number 1 or 8. Bus Stops are located right outside our property. In a nutshell:- •Campos Cafe/ Restaurant located at Alston Apartments Hotel ground floor -Dine, Shop, and meet up at the famous "Lygon Street". •Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Zoo is just a tram ride away. •City centre: 2 - 3 minute car drive or 25-30 minute walk. •CITY Tourist Bus around the corner, only 2 minute walk from the apartments. •Carlton YMCA Fitness Centre (swimming pool, Gym, Weights, Sauna, & Spa) is only 4-5 mins walk. •Melbourne Museum (12 mins walk) •IMAX cinema (12 mins walk) •Melbourne University (8 mins walk) •Royal Exhibition Building (10 mins walk) •Carlton Gardens (10 mins walk) •St Vincent Hospital (10 minutes walk). •Royal Melbourne & Children Hospital (5 mins drive) •Dental Hospital & old Royal Women's Hospital (10 mins walk) We have plenty of brochures on Tour packages, attractions, Things to Do in Melbourne, and activities, we can recommend you the places to visit, and shop. Overall, our friendly Staff will go the extra mile to ensure your stays are pleasant.