The Paramount Serviced Apartments Melbourne : Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions - The Paramount Serviced Apartments Melbourne

How far is Paramount Serviced Apartments from Melbourne Airport?

Paramount Serviced Apartments is located at the Paris end of Melbourne City. It takes approximately a 30 minute drive from Melbourne's Airport at Tullamarine during off peak times and a 50 minute drive during peak times. It costs about AUD$50 per way for taxi service to the airport. Otherwise you can use the Skybus service which is AUD$16 per person per way. From the airport, Skybus will drop you at Paramount's doorstep. For your return way to the airport, we can organise the Skybus or Taxi for you as requested.

What time is check in and check out?

Check in time is 2:00pm and Check out time is 10:00am.

What if I arrive earlier than the standard check in time?

If you arrive at The Paramount before check in time, requests for early check in can be made. However, they cannot be guaranteed. If you arrive early and your apartment is not ready, you may store your bags in our luggage room at our reception storage.

Does the apartment have car parking?

The Paramount provides one free car parking space per apartment. Enter the carpark at 163 Exhibition Street. On checkout day, free parking is provided until 11am. Normal carpark charges apply for parking after 11am.

Are you close to transport?

We are situated in the City almost corner of Bourke Street and Exhibition Street. We are surrounded by shops, restaurants, threatres, walking distance to sporting venues. The taxi rank is directly outside the Paramount building. The nearest train station is at Parliament Station (1 block away). Many Trams stop outside the building (eg. Trams No. 86 and 96).

What star rating is your property?

The property is rated four stars by AAA Tourism.

Does your serviced apartments have internet access for guests?

Yes. We have high speed wireless internet in every apartment powered by Azure Wireless. Prepaid (online) credit cards - Users may purchsse multiple hours (used on a per minute basis) at special rates: 2 hours - $13.20 and each additional 2 hrs @$13.20 as follows: 2 hours - $13.20 4 hours - $26.40 4 hours - $39.60 8 hours - $52.80 10 hours - $66 Or 1 day account (24 hour access) - $20 - limit of 200mb. 2 Day account (48 hours access) $30 - limit of 300mb 3 Day account (72 hour access) - $40 -limit of 400mb 4 Day account (96 hour access) - $50- limit of 500mb 5 Day account (120 hour access) - $60 - limit of 600mb 10 Day account (420 hour access) - $100 limit of 1GB 1 month account - $150 - Limit of 1.5Gb For more information call 1300 552 215 or visit www.azure.com.au. All prices include GST and subject to change.

Are there any tourist attractions near your serviced apartments?

We are situated close to Fitzroy Garden (5minutes walk), Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) (10 minutes walk) and Rod Laver Arena (10 minutes walk). Her Majesty's Theatre is right next door, The Princess Theatre is one block away, and The Regent Theatre is 3 blocks away. It only needs 10 minutes to take you to Queen Victoria Market by tram no. 24. 15 minutes walk or 10 minutes by tram (outside our building) to Crown Casino, South Bank and the Arts Centre.

Where can I find good restaurants?

You will discover many CafÃ©s and Restaurants in Little Bourke St (20metres from the Paramount building) - the entrance to China Town. Or you can enjoy the stylish cafÃ©s and restaurants along Brunswick Street (10 minutes by taxi). Restaurants along Lygon Street, well known for Italian and European cuisine are less than 5 minutes by taxi from The Paramount.

If I want to cook in the apartment, where is the nearest supermarket I can shop?

You can take a 5 minute walk to QV shopping centre and shop at Woolworths Supermarket.

Do I have to pay extra to use any of the facilities?

Our rates include the free use of the in door heated swimming pool, gymnasium, spa, sauna and tennis court. Each apartment has its own washing machine and dryer. There is one complimentary carpark for each apartment. However, if you wish to have more than one car parked with the carpark, standard parking rates apply.

How do I cancel my reservation?

If you have booked online on this website, please click on the above link "Cancel Booking", otherwise please see below for cancellation. Cancellation Policy outside Major Events Period: We require 48 hours notice before arrival time for booking cancellation. Should the reservation be cancelled less than 48 hours before the arrival date, amount equivalent to one night for the number of rooms booked will be charged to credit card provided. For all Major Events: We require a deposit of one night's accommodation at the time of booking. Cancellations must have 30 days notice for full refund to occur. Balance of total accommodation cost due one month prior to the date of arrival. Cancellations made between 30 and 14 days prior to arrival will result in one night's accommodation being charged. Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to arrival date shall have no refund. No refund for early departure after check in. An administration charge of AU$50.00 applies to all cancellations.

Does the carpark take bigger vehicle such a mini bus or van?

The entrance to the carpark has a height restriction of 2 metres. Larger vehicles such as mini bus or large van cannot enter the carpark. The complimentary carparking extends only to cars such as sedans, four wheel drives etc. Larger vehicles need to find alternative parking elsewhere.

I notice rack rates apply over major events. When are the next major events?

Next MAJOR EVENTS 2010 in Melbourne are: Labour Day: Friday 5 March - Monday 8 March / Grand Prix: Thursday 25 March - Sunday 28 March / Easter Weekend: Friday 2 April - Monday 5 April / ANZAC Weekend: Friday 23 April - Monday 26 April / Queen's Birthday: Friday 11 June - Monday 14 June / AFL Grand Final: Friday 24 September - Saturday 25 September / Racing Carnival: Friday 29 October - Saturday 6 November / Christmas: Saturday 25 December - Tuesday 28 December / New Year's Day: Friday 31 December - Monday 3 January 2011 / Australian Open: Monday 17 January 2011 - Sunday 30 January 2011 Please note major event cancellation policy for all bookings over major event period. See Q12 re cancellation policy.

Are there any Medical Suites in the proximity?

Paramount Medical Centre Tel No 9654 9818 at Suites 4 & 5 Upper Bourke Street Level,The Paramount Centre ie on site in the Paramount Building underneath the Paramount Serviced Apartmnets. Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Are there any breakfast places in the building or nearby?

You can have breakfast in The Paramount Food Court. Welcome Stranger 128 Bourke Street (next door to The Paramount) serves breakfast 7am to 11am Monday to Sunday.