The Islington Collingwood, Sorted
One Bedroom. Zero Boutique Nonsense. Genuinely Good Design.
The Islington is a one-bedroom Collingwood short stay apartment styled by Design + Diplomacy, sitting right in the middle of Collingwood close enough to walk to everything worth walking to. It's not trying to impress you with a welcome basket of artisanal soap. It's just a well-designed, comfortable, properly stocked place to land, with the kind of interior most hotels charge triple for.
Sculptural furniture, a rich, layered palette, art on the walls that isn't a stock print it's all there, but none of it gets in the way of what you actually need: fast wifi, a real kitchen, a comfortable bed, and a location that means you're not stuck in a taxi for your first meeting or your first coffee.



What You Actually Get


One bedroom, one bathroom, fully furnished no compromises on the essentials


Interior styled by Design + Diplomacy proper design, not a rental-flip afterthought


Open-plan living and dining, real kitchen with quality appliances


A velvet sofa you'll actually want to sit on after a long day


heating and cooling comfortable whatever Melbourne throws at you


Secure building, intercom and lift access


Car space on request (it's a stacker we'll sort your induction, no drama)


5-minute walk to Collingwood Station, 10 minutes to the Victoria Street tram


Smith Street and Gertrude Street both an easy stroll away


The Location, Without the Spin
You're 2.5km from the CBD, in the part of Melbourne that actually has a pulse:


Smith Street cafs, bars, live music, independent retail, no chains


Gertrude Street galleries and boutiques, one of Melbourne's best strips


Fitzroy and Abbotsford next door, Yarra trail nearby if you need to move


Coles, Woolworths and decent grocers all within walking distance


Where to Eat (We've Actually Been)


Carlitos for trending, epic sandwiches


Proud Mary one of Melbourne's best brunches and coffee


Easey's a Collingwood icon; burgers served from a converted train carriage five storeys up, heavily themed around trains and graffiti


Molly Rose tucked into a narrow Collingwood warehouse, serving Thai-style dishes like cuttlefish noodles with squid-ink mayo


Smith Daughters innovative, fire-focused vegan cuisine, a must-visit regardless of dietary preference


Parking, Sorted
Car space available on request. It's a stacker system, so guests need a quick induction flag it ahead of arrival and we'll have it ready to go. Maximum Car Dimensions: Length Limit: 4950mm, Width Limit: 2290mm, Height Limit: 1750mm, Weight Limit: 2000kg
Small Dogs Welcome
Bring the dog. Small, well-behaved pups are welcome here just let us know ahead of time. Additional fees apply.

Rates inclusions:


Utilities: water, electricity, gas, and internet


All bed linen and towels, plus extra towels


Departure clean


Interim cleaning services available for an additional fee


Pet Fees: $150.00 per pet



Minimum Stay: 4 nights (21 days), 7 nights (2160 days), 21 nights (60+ days)


Late Arrivals/No Show $150 fee may apply Check-In/check out Every guest enjoys a personalised meet-and-greet service to ensure a smooth and welcoming check-in experience.Check in 3.00 - 6:00pm. Check out 10.00am. Photo ID Credit Card(ID will be required prior to and on arrival )