Arrow on Swanston
488 Swanston St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
Why you'll love Arrow on Swanston
- Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD and Melbourne's Educational Hub
- Flexible event spaces, accommodation and catering options
- Equipped with an outdoor pool, a fitness room and coin-operated laundry
Arrow on Swanston serviced apartment hotel is situated in the very heart of Melbourne CBD and Melbourne’s education hub, offering you true value accommodation in this great cosmopolitan city. At the doorstep are the Queensbury tram stop, RMIT, Melbourne University and an array of eateries and cafes. This location makes it a superb venue for your corporate events, meetings, conferences, training, seminars, trade shows, weddings or special events. Our flexible function rooms and catering options will ensure we meet your every need for a successful outcome. Speak with our expert team to help design your event.
Arrow on Swanston Function Rooms

Urban Garden
The size of the area is 150 sqm, it can cater 150 guests for theatre-style set-up, 200 guests for a cocktail function or seated. This venue offers catering options for food and beverage requirements and function room amenities to ensure t...

Heroes
The total size for this space 80 sqm suitable for 70 guests' theatre style. If you like to have an intimate meeting it could be transformed to board room set-up and can accommodate 20 guests seated. This venue offers catering options for ...

Achievers
The total size for this function room is 50 sqm suitable for theatre style for 40 guests. This venue offers catering options for food and beverage requirements and function room amenities to ensure they meet your every need for a successf...

Excellence 5
The space size is 20 sqm can accommodate 20 people for theatre style. This venue offers catering options for food and beverage requirements and function room amenities to ensure they meet your every need for a successful outcome of your e...

Excellence 1
The total size of this function room is 30 sqm it can accommodate 30 guest theatre style. This venue offers catering options for food and beverage requirements and function room amenities to ensure they meet your every need for a successfu...

Winners Hall
The total size for this hall is 128 sqm and can hold 100 guests for theatre-style set-up. This venue offers catering options for food and beverage requirements and function room amenities to ensure they meet your every need for a successfu...

Champions Ballroom
This ballroom has a total size of 570 sq for theatre style it can cater 650 guests It has a Stage, Foyer, 2 Breakout Rooms (64 sqm each) This venue offers catering options for food and beverage requirements and function room amenities to ...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Arrow on Swanston?
Events at Arrow on Swanston start from 500.00.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Arrow on Swanston?
The following types of events can be held at Arrow on Swanston Street:
- Meeting
- Workshop
- Corporate Retreat
- Corporate Offsite
- Executive Retreat
- Networking Event
- AGM
- Conference
- Corporate Function
- Function
- Product Launch
- Seminar
- Training
- Trade Show
- Trivia Night
- Residential Conference
- Christening
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Private Dining
- Ceremony
- Gala Dinner
- Exhibition
- Hens Night
- University Ball
- Wedding
- School Formal
- Awards Dinner
- Baby shower
- Bar Mitzvah
- Bat Mitzvah
- Bucks Night
- Bridal shower
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Arrow on Swanston Street is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Arrow on Swanston is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Arrow on Swanston is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Arrow on Swanston?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Arrow on Swanston Street:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
- External Catering
- BYO Drinks
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Arrow on Swanston?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Arrow on Swanston Street and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Arrow on Swanston, Melbourne Australia to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Arrow on Swanston Apartments Melbourne Australia to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Arrow on Swanston Street if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
Where is Arrow on Swanston located?
Arrow on Swanston is located at 488 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia.
What are the popular attractions nearby Arrow on Swanston?
Arrow on Swanston puts you in the heart of Melbourne, located on Swanston Street, Melbourne city, surrounded by the city's top entertainment, tourist attractions and sporting venues. Located in Melbourne CBD, Arrow on Swanston is within just a 10-minute stroll of Lygon Street and Queen Victoria Market. With easy access to tram stops just outside our doors, Arrow on Swanston is exactly what you're looking for.
What are the facilities and services available at Arrow on Swanston?
Arrow on Swanston offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's an on-site restaurant, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. The business amenities of Arrow on Swanston include a business centre and a meeting room, while public spaces have free WiFi and air conditioning.
What type of accommodation rooms can I book at Arrow on Swanston?
Arrow on Swanston offers comfortable and affordable Serviced Apartments in Melbourne. The Bedroom Apartments are all fully furnished with everything you need for a short or long stay in Melbourne. All accommodations are equipped with a kitchenette, microwave, toaster, tea/coffee, bar fridge, stove top, open window and walk-in shower.
Choose from the following room types:
-Studio Apartment
-Two Single Bedroom Apartment
-One-Bedroom Apartment
-Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment
-Two-Bedroom Apartment
-Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment
-Spacious Family Apartment
-4-Bedroom Penthouse Apartment
-Deluxe King Apartment
-Luxury Family Penthouse Apartment
-One-Bedroom Penthouse Apartment
-Unique Large Apartment
For more details on the affordable serviced apartments of Arrow on Swanston, you may visit this website or contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arrow on Swanston?
Check-in at Arrow on Swanston is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
How far is Arrow on Swanston from the city centre of Melbourne?
Arrow on Swanston is 0.6 miles from the centre of Melbourne.
What are my parking options at Arrow on Swanston?
Self-parking is available for a surcharge at Arrow on Swanston.
What are the capacities of the venue hire at Arrow on Swanston?
The venue hire at Arrow on Swanston has the following capacities:
-Champions Ballroom
Theatre style - 650 pax
-Champions 1
Theatre style - 350 pax
-Champions 2
Theatre style - 180 pax
-Winners Hall
Theatre style - 100 pax
-Heroes Room
Theatre style - 70 pax
-Achievers Room
Theatre style - 40 pax
-Excellence 1
Theatre style - 30 pax
-Excellence 5
Theatre style - 20 pax
-Urban Garden
Theatre style - 150 pax