Waikiki Banyan T1-3106 Overview
First Impressions
Walking into Mercure Melbourne Albert Park, you immediately get that feeling of being somewhere that knows what it’s doing. The lobby has this polished, professional vibe without being stuffy — honestly, it’s the kind of place where you can tell the staff actually care about getting things right. I mean, there’s a reason this four-star property has so many repeat guests coming back.
Location & Neighborhood
The location on Queens Road is actually brilliant — you’re right on the edge of Albert Park, which means you can walk to the lake in about two minutes if you want some fresh air. Melbourne‘s CBD is close enough that you’re not stuck out in the suburbs, but far enough away that you escape the constant city noise. What I really love is how couples seem to get it — they consistently rate the location over 8 out of 10, and you know what, I can see why.
The Room Experience
The room I stayed in was exactly what you’d expect from a solid four-star — clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully laid out. Nothing groundbreaking, but everything worked properly, which honestly matters more than fancy extras that break down. The beds are genuinely comfortable (not just hotel marketing speak), and the windows actually open, which is rarer than it should be these days.
Breakfast & Practical Matters
Breakfast here is one of those situations where they’ve covered all the bases — continental if you’re in a rush, full English if you want something hearty, or buffet if you can’t decide. They even do breakfast to go, which saved me when I had an early meeting in the city. The parking situation is sorted too — private spots right at the hotel, which anyone who’s tried to park in Melbourne will appreciate.
Why Guests Love It
There’s something to be said for a place that just gets the fundamentals right. The staff remember your name after a day or two, the location gives you options without the chaos, and everything feels well-maintained rather than flashy. It’s the kind of hotel where you’re not constantly thinking about the hotel itself — you’re just comfortable and can focus on whatever brought you to Melbourne in the first place.
Waikiki Banyan T1-3106 Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details |
|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | extra-large double bed1 large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 5 adults |
Reviews of Waikiki Banyan T1-3106
Jean-yves from United States (8/10)
Great location, accessible to shopping, beach. Parking included.
Margaret from United States (9/10)
The view is nice and the beds are roomy and comfortable.
Shannon from United States (7/10)
Location was good, nice view of the ocean. Beach chairs and cooler were helpful.
Dominic from United States (5/10)
The view is very expansive with ocean, city and mountain views. We enjoyed watching a rooftop bar displaying its karaoke singers on the wall while being able to hear them sing.
Thomas from Switzerland (9/10)
Vue, balcon, équipement, parking, etc.
Catherine from United States (7/10)
Mehmet from United States (8/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Lei Day: 1.1 km
- Kuhiobeach: 550 m
- Fort DeRussy: 2 km
- Honolulu Zoo: 450 m
- Kapiolani Park: 1.6 km
- Kuhio Mini Park: 300 m
- Waikiki Aquarium: 1.1 km
- Kapi Olani Bandstand: 800 m
- US Army Museum of Hawaii: 1.9 km
- Honolulu Stadium / Old stadium park: 3.3 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Domino’s: 100 m
- Restaurant M A C 24/7: 300 m
- Cafe/bar Banyan Breeze: 10 m
Top attractions:
- Shangri La: 4.4 km
- Magic Island: 3.9 km
- Iolani Palace: 6 km
- Honolulu Museum of Art: 4.9 km
- Foster Botanical Garden: 7 km
- National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific: 7 km
Natural beauty:
- Waterfall Manoa Falls: 4.8 km
- Peak Diamond Head (217m): 3.4 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kuhio Beach: 400 m
- Kaimana Beach: 1.4 km
- Waikiki Beach: 600 m
- Fort DeRussy Beach: 1.9 km
- Queen’s Surf Beach: 450 m
Closest airports:
- Molokai Airport: 75 km*
- Kalaupapa Airport: 87 km*
- Honolulu International Airport: 16 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen:
- Children’s high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
Wellness:
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
Transport:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Activities:
- Live music/performance Additional charge Off-site
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Movie nights Additional charge Off-site
- Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
- Pub crawls Additional charge
- Water park Additional charge Off-site
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Mini golf Additional charge
- Snorkelling Off-site
- Squash Additional charge Off-site
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Bowling Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Seating Area
Common areas:
- Chapel/shrine
Food & Drink:
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- River view
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Sea view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Clothes rack
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Iron
- Hot tub
Languages spoken:
- English
- Korean
Cleaning services:
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Blu-ray player
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- CD player
- DVD player
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Express check-in/check-out
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids’ outdoor play equipment
- Children’s playground
Parking Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).:
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
House Rules at Waikiki Banyan T1-3106
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 23:30
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 00:00 to 10:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
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