Liberty One

After reading multiple reviews I was VERY hesitant about staying at Liberty One. However, I cannot fault the apartment. It was clean, unkept, and matched the photos. It was in a convenient location as I had multiple appointments all over Melbourne. The Footscray Train Station is a 10 minute walk if that. The Footscray Markets is also only a 10 minute walk and you can purchase fresh produce at a reasonable price. I actually applaud the staff on their professionalism, attending to maintenance issues, and their communication. They were honest and gave clear instructions during check-in, as well as instructions on how to find reception as there is construction work next door. I will also add, other people have mentioned that they are “stingy” when it comes to essentials such as toilet paper and so on. All you have to do is speak to reception and they are more than happy to supply what you need.

Nice clean and modern

The bed wasn’t comfortable by American standards. It felt like a hard rock. It was 30 minutes out too far for my destination of seeing the Foo Fighters at AAMI Park. Couldn’t get a taxi to take me back to the apartment complex. BUT. It was a 10 minute walk from restaurants that were open. All the restaurants right by Liberty One were closed permanently. The apartment needs to supply one roll of paper towels. I was using a wash cloth to clean up spills. The door to my apartment was extremely hard to open and close. You had to pull down VERY hard to get the door to work. The front desk needs to put in on the paper they give you that a green button opens the sliding glass door to the outside. I wouldn’t stay here again. The trains kept me up at night too.

I stayed at Liberty one for 6 weeks as I was new to Melbourne. The location was great, close to local amenities in Footscray with easy travel options in to the CBD. The staff were also friendly and helpful. The apartment was a great size and comfortable for what I needed. The noise of the local trains and building works also didn't annoy me too much, as it might do for others.

Modern, new and clean. And comfy bed. Walking distance to eating options.