Family Accommodation in Melbourne CBD
Travelling with kids is easier when everyone isn't crammed into one hotel room. Havenly Escape gives families spacious residential apartments in the Melbourne CBD at West Side Place: private bedrooms with closing doors, two full bathrooms for smooth mornings, chef's kitchens for fussy eaters and early breakfasts, in-unit laundry for spills, and resort-style pools, private cinemas, and gardens for relaxed family downtime.
Havenly Escape provides luxury 2-bedroom (sleeps up to 6) and 3-bedroom (sleeps up to 8) apartments designed specifically for families at West Side Place (260 Spencer St, directly opposite Southern Cross Station). Our apartments offer step-free pram access, full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryers, and heated indoor swimming pools. For larger groups, book both a 2-bedroom for up to 6 and a 3-bedroom for up to 8, subject to availability. Bookings are confirmed securely on Airbnb.
Space to Breathe
Why Families Choose an Apartment Over Two Hotel Rooms
Hotels force a choice on families: squeeze into one room or split across two and spend the night texting between them. An apartment removes it. Kids get their own room, parents keep theirs, and the living area stays available after 7:30pm bedtime — with the double sofa bed absorbing an extra child or grandparent when needed. Two bathrooms mean school-holiday mornings don't start with a queue.
The kitchen and laundry quietly save the holiday budget. Breakfast at home, snacks on hand, dinners in when the kids are done with restaurants — with Coles at Southern Cross Station a minute away for restocking. And when someone drops spaghetti on their only warm jumper, the washer-dryer inside the apartment fixes it overnight.
- Full Kitchen & Dining Area
- Internal Washer & Dryer
- Smart TVs & Fast Wi-Fi
- Unbeatable Central Location
Apartment Options for Families
Choose the perfect configuration for your family's size and luggage preferences in the heart of Melbourne CBD.
2-Bedroom CBD Apartment
Sleeps up to 6 Guests
Ideal for families with 1 to 4 children. Features two private bedrooms (2 queen beds), two full bathrooms, and a double sofa bed in the living area. Located directly opposite Southern Cross Station with Level 6 heated lap pool and Coles across Spencer St.
3-Bedroom Sky Residence
Sleeps up to 8 Guests
The ultimate sanctuary for larger or multi-generational families. Three private queen bedrooms, two full bathrooms, expansive sunset lounge, free secure parking space, and dual access to Level 6 facilities and the Level 11 sky pool and club lounges (3-bedroom only).
Family Logistics Made Effortless
Designed for Prams, Toddlers & Stress-Free Days
100% Step-Free Pram Access
West Side Place features wide, automatic street-level entrances, spacious high-speed elevators, and level thresholds. Low-floor accessible trams (Routes 86, 96, 11, 48) stop directly outside, allowing seamless roll-on roll-off pram travel without folding buggies.
Groceries & Family Essentials
Never panic about running out of milk or nappies. Coles at Spencer Outlet Centre, open 6am–midnight daily, is a short walk across Spencer St, with Chemist Warehouse and pharmacy options also located conveniently close.
Parks & Playgrounds Nearby
Flagstaff Gardens is just a short stroll north with fenced play equipment, open lawns, and mature shade trees. Ron Barassi Snr Park in Docklands features an adventure playground with water-play pumps and climbing structures.
Visiting During Melbourne School Holidays
Melbourne is Australia's cultural and family playground. Having your own full kitchen and multi-room apartment turns school holiday travel from chaotic to relaxing.
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
A flat pram stroll down Spencer Street along the Yarra River. Explore penguins, giant sharks, and interactive ray pools — an essential school holiday highlight for toddlers and primary schoolers.
Melbourne Museum & Children's Gallery
Take the #86 or #96 tram from Spencer Street straight to Carlton Gardens. The Pauline Gandel Children's Gallery offers world-class hands-on sensory exploration, dinosaur bones, and outdoor excavation pits.
Scienceworks & Planetarium
Catch a train from Southern Cross Station to Spotswood (Williamstown/Werribee lines). Scienceworks features interactive science arenas, lightning room demonstrations, and fulldome space shows.
Marvel Stadium Family Events
A short walk across the pedestrian footbridge. Enjoy weekend AFL matches, Disney on Ice, Monster Jam, or major holiday family exhibitions without ever needing to coordinate parking or public transit home.
Rainy-Day Plan, Built Into the Building
Melbourne weather is famously indecisive, but our amenity floors mean a wet day is never a lost holiday. Swim in the heated indoor 25-metre lap pool (kids welcome with adult supervision), enjoy virtual golf or private cinema rooms, or stay cozy in the lounge with streaming TV and board games. When the sun returns, the Free Tram Zone right outside makes museums and Federation Square a free, step-free ride.
More Value Than a Standard Hotel
Cost Effective
Avoid the expense of booking two or three interconnecting hotel rooms. Our apartments offer shared living for one simple price.
Safety & Convenience
Keep your family secure under one roof. With multiple bathrooms and a kitchen, morning routines with kids are much smoother.
Dedicated Downtime
Put the kids to bed in their room and enjoy a glass of wine in the lounge while watching the city lights.
Sleeping Arrangement Note
At West Side Place, our maximum guest capacities (up to 6 guests in the 2-bedroom, and up to 8 guests in the 3-bedroom) are achieved by utilizing the double sofa bed located in the main living room. For larger groups, we offer a 2-bedroom for up to 6 and a 3-bedroom for up to 8; book both for larger groups, subject to availability.
Please note that for groups of 5-6 at the 2-bedroom or 7-8 at the 3-bedroom, the final two guests will sleep in this shared lounge space rather than a private bedroom. We provide all the necessary, high-quality linen for the sofa bed, making it a very popular and comfortable arrangement for children or teens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a baby cot available for young children?#
A baby cot is available.
How do the sleeping arrangements work for a family?#
Our 2-bedroom at West Side Place sleeps up to 6 (two private queen bedrooms plus a double sofa bed in the lounge). The 3-bedroom sleeps up to 8 with three queen bedrooms and the sofa bed. Both apartments feature two full bathrooms, eliminating morning queues. For larger family gatherings, book both a 2-bedroom for up to 6 and a 3-bedroom for up to 8, subject to availability.
Can children use the building pools?#
Yes — pool access is included for all guests with adult supervision. West Side Place features a 25m heated indoor lap pool on Level 6 (and the Level 11 sky pool and club lounges for the 3-bedroom only).
Is the location practical and accessible with a pram or stroller?#
Very. West Side Place features 100% step-free street entrances, wide corridors, and spacious high-speed elevators. Free Tram Zone stops directly outside have level low-floor boarding, and flat paved promenades lead along the Yarra River to SEA LIFE Aquarium and Docklands.
Where do we get groceries and baby supplies?#
Coles at Spencer Outlet Centre, open 6am–midnight daily, is a short walk across Spencer St. Chemist Warehouse and pharmacy essentials are also located directly opposite inside and around Southern Cross Station.
What playgrounds and parks are within walking distance?#
Flagstaff Gardens (a short walk north) offers a fenced playground, shade trees, and lawns. Ron Barassi Snr Park in Docklands features an adventure playground and water play pumps.
What should families know when booking for Melbourne school holidays?#
Melbourne school holidays (Easter in April, Winter in July, Spring in September/October, and Summer in December/January) experience high demand due to major family exhibitions at Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks, and Marvel Stadium. We recommend reserving well in advance to secure preferred dates.
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