Down by the Dockside at Grand Mercure Apartments

At the western end of the Melbourne CBD, Docklands is a dockside hub with plenty of local residents and visitors to keep it buzzing day and night
Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure Melbourne

One of Melbourne's most prestigious inner city precincts, New Quay at Docklands is the location of swanky Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure.  With over 200 contemporary designed, fully self-contained apartments, Grand Mercure offers 1, 2 or 3 bedroom apartments featuring breathtaking views over Victoria Harbour, marinas and the city skyline.  Additionally, 3 bedroom VIP suites are also available for those wanting a little more luxury. The apartments are dispersed throughout the five towers of New Quay: a group of truly individual properties which are unique, stylish and sophisticated.

The apartments offer guests a unique residential apartment experience. For business or pleasure, it's a home away from home when you're travelling. It's also a convenient location from which to enjoy your Melbourne experience. Local conveniences on your doorstep include a brand new Woolworths supermarket, plus a smaller mini-mart; hairdresser; gift shops; bottle shop; pharmacy; newsagency; juice bar and bakery. All located amidst the excitement of being located smack bang in the middle of Melbourne's latest residential, business and entertainment precinct.

Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure Melbourne    
Each luxury apartment includes a spacious lounge and dining area with flatscreen TV and DVD player.  Air conditioning, internal laundry, private balcony and security intercom are all standard features of each apartment. Fully equipped kitchens with European appliances will satisfy the most demanding of gourmands who like to eat in. But with over 25 Docklands restaurants right at your doorstep why would you bother?

Step outside your Docklands apartment and you'll find the choice of entertainment overwhelming. There's award winning Indian and Moroccan; authentic Malaysian and Cambodian; modern Australian; traditional Italian and Mediterranean; modern Japanese; fresh seafood and much much more.

Take away outlets cater for those wishing for something casual.  Those looking for a quiet bar for a late night drink won't be disappointed either. Allumbra Bar is located waterside for late night partying, while the Lounge or James Squire Brewhouse has plenty of cosy banquettes to while away the hours with friends.
Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure Melbourne

But Docklands is not just about wining and dining, though it offers this in abundance. There is actually plenty of entertainment for all ages. The open air piazza has enormous screens which show live events like the Olympics or other large sporting events. During the summer, there's free outdoor movies on the big screen, just bring your own blanket! There's also an ice skating rink, boat cruises and plenty of parkland and open space for casual meandering. In November 2008, the biggest star of all, the Southern Star Wheel opens to the public. Standing 120 metres above the footpath, the Southern Star Wheel is a stunning addition to the Melbourne skyline that will boast some of the most spectacular views over the city, Port Phillip Bay and beyond.

From high above, it is readily apparent what a large city Melbourne is. But with your Docklands home away from home, you'l find yourself right in the centre of all the essential Melbourne action. Just a short drop punt away is Telstra Dome, home of AFL at this end of the city (as opposed to the MCG which is at the eastern end). Accesing the city with it's enticing shopping is easy via the pedestrian bridge that passes through Southern Cross Station. Plus for those who like the more leisurely pace of a Melbourne tram, there are regular services running from Docklands to just about anywhere. Which makes it even easier to return to 'home' after an exhausting day of Melbourne sights.

Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure Melbourne

Checklist
 
Contact Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure 23 Saint Mangos Lane, Docklands, Melbourne Victoria Ph 1300 789 200
Tariff Tariffs vary depending on days of the week and apartment location. Contact Docklands Apartments Grand Mercure for the latest specials.
When to Go Melbourne has an undeservedly harsh reputation for bad weather. But the secret to coping with those artic winds that sometimes blow in off Bass Strait is to dress accordingly, and nobody dresses better than Melburnians. Take the opportunity to visit during winter and stock up on the latest fashions. But the best time to visit is in Autumn when the trees turn to unashamedly tones of scarlet and orange as they fall to the streets.
Getting Around Trams are the best way to get around Melbourne. They're cheap, reliable and they run all day every day, as they weave 'web-like' across the city and suburbs.
We Adore Melbourne cafe culture - almost every corner has a cafe with resident barista proud of his profession. City laneways are a particular delight. Our favourite is Degraves, just off Flinders Lane.
We Abhor Docklands is still a work in progress (at the time of writing - Sep 08) so construction noise can be a little off-putting.



 Updated March 2009


 
 


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