Title: Searching Francis Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2261&destination=Melbourne%2C+Victoria%2C+Australia&selected=38508704&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Searching Francis - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A short walk from Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, Searching Francis provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Gym - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Searching Francis Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free apartment building has a fitness centre and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. The apartment provides a washer/dryer and a sofa bed, plus free WiFi and a TV with cable channels. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a balcony and a fridge. Guest accommodation at this apartment offers washers/dryers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes sofa beds. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Recreational amenities at the apartment include an indoor pool and a fitness centre. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Family friendly - Cot ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Gym ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds This property accepts credit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Searching Francis Apartment Searching Francis Melbourne Searching Francis Apartment Melbourne ## About the area Melbourne Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this apartment. Melbourne Central and Melbourne Cricket Ground are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Queen Victoria Market and Bourke Street Mall. Check out an event or a game at Marvel Stadium, and consider making time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, a top attraction not to be missed. 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