What stood here in 1888
πŸ›ŽοΈ HotelCommercial AccommodationCompleted 2010

Citadines Melbourne On Bourke

131-135 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

  • 84 m tall Β· #153 in Melbourne
  • 25 floors
  • 380 serviced apartments
  • 36 car spaces

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16 years standing

Built in 1 yr 5 mths

  1. Aug 2008Construction started
  2. 2010Completed
  3. TodayStill standing

20 building permits Β· 5 news storiesFull timeline ↓

About Citadines Melbourne On Bourke

Citadines Melbourne On Bourke is a 25-storey serviced residence that the council classes as commercial accommodation. Completed in 2010, it was designed by Woods Bagot and developed by Devine Limited. It has won TAA Victoria accommodation awards, including Apartment Accommodation of the Year in 2016.

At a glance

Key facts

Building type
πŸ›ŽοΈ Hotel
Completed
2010
Height
76 m Unconfirmed We don't have data to 100% confirm this data point as yet. to the top
84 m Unconfirmed We don't have data to 100% confirm this data point as yet. to the roof
#153 of 1596 in Melbourne
Floors
25
Footprint
1,967 mΒ²
Architect
Woods Bagot Unconfirmed We don't have data to 100% confirm this data point as yet.
Serviced apartments
380
Car spaces
36
Strata plan
TP777974 Β· 1 lots
Planning zone
CCZ1
Permits on record
20

Score cards

πŸš† Transport8/10

Parliament Railway Station 5 min walk Β· 11 tram stops within 400 m

β˜• Everyday amenities9/10

160 cafΓ©s, 6 grocers, 11 medical within 250 m

🌳 Greenery7/10

74 street trees within 150 m Β· park 192 m away

✨ Activity10/10

2,859 people pass daily nearby Β· 112 licensed venues within 200 m

Calculated from PTV timetable stops, the City of Melbourne business census, street trees, pedestrian sensors and liquor licences.

The building team

The people and companies behind the design, construction and management of Citadines Melbourne On Bourke.

πŸ—DeveloperDevine LimitedreportedDeveloper of the apartment-hotel project, per Skyscraper CenterSource: Skyscraper Center (CTBUH) β†—
πŸ“ArchitectWoods BagotreportedDesign architectSource: Skyscraper Center (CTBUH) β†—
🏦OwnerThe Ascott Limited2008–2015verified2008-2015Source: TravelDailyNews Australia β†—
πŸ”‘Building managerThe Ascott Limited2015–presentreportedCurrent Β· 2015-present Β· Operator and manager of the Citadines serviced residenceSource: TravelDailyNews Australia β†—
🏦OwnerCapitaLand Ascott Trust2015–presentverifiedCurrent Β· 2015-present Β· Current owner, listed as the ownership platform for the propertySource: CapitaLand β†—
+Were you involved?Builders, architects, developers and managers can claim their role

Location & neighbourhood

Getting around

πŸš†Parliament Railway Station
Train station
5 min Β· 372 m
πŸš†Parliament Station
Train station
5 min Β· 373 m
πŸš‹Russell St/Bourke St #7
Tram stop
1 min Β· 69 m
πŸš‹101 Collins St/Collins St #7
Tram stop
2 min Β· 174 m
πŸš‹Swanston St/Bourke St #6
Tram stop
3 min Β· 267 m

Straight-line walking estimate. Source: PTV GTFS, CC BY 4.0.

Within a 3-minute walk

160β˜• CafΓ©s & eateries
6πŸ›’ Grocers
4πŸ‹οΈ Gyms
11🩺 Medical
5πŸ’Š Pharmacies
1🧸 Childcare
35🍷 Pubs & bars

Who lives in Melbourne (CBD)

Residents37,341
Median age26
Households renting70%
Households without a car75%
Walk to work40%
Public transport to work43%

ABS Census 2016 via City of Melbourne (CC BY).

Timeline

Everything that has happened at Citadines Melbourne On Bourke: listings, news, works, planning and history.

2024πŸ› 
Works
1 certificate Β· about $182k of new works
Largest: Remove existing ACP cladding and replace with new compliant cladding
2020πŸ› 
Works
1 building permit Β· about $35k of new works
Largest: Retail Tenancy Fitout
20 Jun 2016πŸ“°
News
Citadines on Bourke Melbourne wins TAA Victoria Apartment Accommodation of the Year (2016)
The property won the TAA Victoria Apartment Accommodation of the Year award at the 2016 accommodation awards, which the trade report described as its third win in the category.
Covered by 2 outlets
2016πŸ› 
Works
1 building permit Β· about $380k of new works
Largest: Ground, 1st and 2nd floors, Proposed alterations to existing hotel building
29 Jun 2015πŸ“°
News
Ascott Residence Trust acquires Citadines on Bourke Melbourne for $158.5 million
Ascott Residence Trust acquired the 380-unit Citadines on Bourke Melbourne from The Ascott Ltd for $158.5 million, and Ascott continues to manage the property.
28 May 2014πŸ“°
News
Citadines on Bourke Melbourne wins TAA Victoria Best Apartment/Suite Accommodation award
The property won Best Apartment/Suite Accommodation of the Year at the 2014 TAA (Victoria) State Awards for Excellence. The article said it was the third time the property had won the category, after 2011 and 2012.
2011πŸ”„
Use change
Council census records it as commercial accommodation, 25 floors
Name recorded: Citadines Melbourne On Bourke
2011πŸ› 
Works
1 building permit Β· about $30k of new works
Largest: Shop fitout to newsagency
2010πŸŽ‰
Milestone Β· Completed
Citadines Melbourne On Bourke completed: 25 floors
Derived from Skyscraper Center (CTBUH)
1 Jul 2010πŸ“°
News
Citadines Melbourne on Bourke opens as Ascott's first Citadines in Melbourne
The 380-unit serviced residence at 131-135 Bourke Street opened in mid-2010 as Ascott's first Citadines property in Melbourne, with Ascott reporting an investment of A$168 million.
Covered by 3 outlets
2010πŸ› 
Works
2 building permits Β· about $223k of new works
Largest: Fitout to tenancy 1 - restaurant/bar
2009πŸ› 
Works
8 building permits
Largest: Construction of a new Building Basement. Stage 12: Architectural works
Aug 2008πŸ—
Milestone Β· Construction started
First major construction permit issued
Derived from City of Melbourne building permits
28 Jan 2008πŸ“°
News
Ascott announces A$136 million serviced residence for Bourke Street
Ascott announced an investment of AU$136 million to develop a 398-unit serviced residence in Melbourne's CBD, with completion then expected in the second half of 2010. The article names Ascott as investor and does not name a developer or builder.
2008πŸ”„
Use change
Council census records it as unoccupied - under construction, 1 floors
2008πŸ› 
Works
5 building permits Β· about $71.5m of new works
Largest: Construction of a new Building Basement. Stage 4: First Floor Slab.
2002πŸ“‹
First census
First council census entry: entertainment/recreation - indoor, 3 floors
1996πŸ› 
Works
1 building permit Β· about $100k of new works
Largest: Refurbish restaurant including new shop front ground Floor
1995πŸ› 
Works
1 building permit Β· about $50k of new works
Largest: timber partitions for Spa and sauna centre on Level 1
1888πŸ—Ί
History
The site on Mahlstedt's fire insurance plans
See what stood here in 1888, further down this page.

Planning & heritage

Planning controls

ZoneCAPITAL CITY ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 (CCZ1)
DDO1Design and Development Overlay: limits on building height, setbacks and design
DDO2Design and Development Overlay: limits on building height, setbacks and design
DDO2-A7Design and Development Overlay: limits on building height, setbacks and design
PO1Parking Overlay: controls on how much car parking new development can provide

Vicmap Planning, Β© State of Victoria (Department of Transport and Planning), CC BY 4.0. Plain-English summaries are ours. Check the planning scheme for exact controls.

Subdivision & permits

Plan of subdivision
TP777974
Lots on the plan
1
Owners corporation
Not recorded
Building permits on record
20
Estimated cost of works
About $72.5m
1995New works by year (estimated)2024

Costs are estimates declared on permits, not amounts spent. Stages of a project repeat its value, so we group them and count each project once. A value can cover a project spanning several buildings. Our calculation from City of Melbourne building permits, CC BY 4.0.

History of the site

What stood here in 1888. Mahlstedt & Gee's fire insurance plans, sheet "Bourke Exhibition Collins Russell". City of Melbourne (CC BY); originals at the State Library Victoria.

How it's been recorded over time

2002Entertainment/Recreation - Indoor Β· 3 floors
2008Unoccupied - Under Construction Β· 1 floors
2011Commercial Accommodation Β· 25 floors Β· "Citadines Melbourne On Bourke"

City of Melbourne Census of Land Use and Employment, since 2002.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Citadines Melbourne On Bourke residential or commercial?

Citadines Melbourne On Bourke is a hotel or serviced apartments. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as commercial accommodation.

When was Citadines Melbourne On Bourke built?

Citadines Melbourne On Bourke was completed in 2010.

How many floors does Citadines Melbourne On Bourke have?

Citadines Melbourne On Bourke has 25 floors above ground.

Does Citadines Melbourne On Bourke have hotel or student accommodation?

The City of Melbourne records 380 serviced apartments at Citadines Melbourne On Bourke.

Who designed and built Citadines Melbourne On Bourke?

Devine Limited developed Citadines Melbourne On Bourke and Woods Bagot designed it. The building team section has the sources.

How tall is Citadines Melbourne On Bourke?

About 84 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 153 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.

What public transport is near Citadines Melbourne On Bourke?

Parliament Railway Station is the nearest train station, about 5 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Russell St/Bourke St #7, about 1 minute's walk.

What is the planning zone for Citadines Melbourne On Bourke?

The site is in the Capital City Zone - Schedule 1 (CCZ1).

Does Citadines Melbourne On Bourke have an owners corporation?

Plan of subdivision TP777974 has 1 lot.

Has any work been done on Citadines Melbourne On Bourke recently?

The City of Melbourne has issued 20 building permits for Citadines Melbourne On Bourke since 1995. The most recent was in June 2020.

Compare with nearby buildings

BuildingTypeDistanceFloorsCompleted
Citadines Melbourne On BourkeHotelβ€”252010
The CoromandelMixed use19 m162011
Uniting Church CentreCommercial33 m81967
121 Exhibition StreetCommercial61 m392006
111 Bourke StreetCommercial61 m222009

That's Built compiles information from public records, research and contributions. Details are checked against multiple sources where possible but may contain errors and aren't professional advice. Sources: City of Melbourne building permits (CC BY 4.0), CLUE building information (CC BY 4.0), CLUE business establishments (CC BY 4.0), Development Activity Monitor (CC BY 4.0), Geocoded National Address File (G-NAF) (Open G-NAF EULA (CC BY 4.0 based)). Street View and business details Β© Google Maps.

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