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The 9-to-5 office grind feels like ancient history for many of us these days. Since the world turned upside down a few years back, remote work has gone from occasional perks to everyday reality. But your workspace matters and that cramped hotel room just won’t do.
When you find the best serviced apartment Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane can offer, you access a hotel’s convenience and the comfort of your own place. You want a proper living room where you can set up shop during the day and actually relax in the evening. A real kitchen means no more sad desk lunches or budget-busting takeout every night, and you can enjoy dependable Wi-Fi, which is an absolute must.
Flexibility is also an important note. When you need to stay an extra week because that project deadline shifted or need housekeeping to skip a few days while you’re in deep work mode, it’s all possible.
Traditional renting can be a nightmare of paperwork, lengthy commitments, and unexpected costs that pop up just when you don’t need them. A 12-month lease is a burden when your work situation might change next quarter.
Serviced apartments provide all the space and independence of a rental without the headaches. You don’t need to worry about utilities, arrange furniture deliveries, or find someone to call when the hot water goes out at midnight.
As a digital nomad, you might be testing out a new city before committing or working on a project that will last for an undetermined amount of time; these time accommodations adapt to your timeline. Everything’s bundled into one simple payment: your fully furnished space, all utilities, reliable internet, and even regular cleaning if you want it.
If, for example, you need the type of service apartment Melbourne loves with easy access to everything, you’re typically placed in neighbourhoods that actually have personality, character, decent coffee, and public transport connections that won’t leave you stranded.
The digital nomad lifestyle represents freedom in its purest form, as you are working from anywhere with just a laptop and decent WiFi. But this freedom comes with unique challenges, particularly finding long stay accommodations that support the work-travel balance.
Serviced apartments cater specifically to the in-between state that defines digital nomadism. They provide that necessary structure without confinement and comfort that avoids the burdens of ownership:
The sticker price can be misleading when comparing serviced apartments to hotels. Hotels lower nightly rates might seem attractive, but on long stays, things can add up:
There is something to be said about peace of mind. Most quality serviced apartments offer 24/7 security systems, including keycard access, CCTV monitoring, and on-site staff, allowing you to focus on work rather than worrying about safety, especially in unfamiliar cities.
Some spaces have dedicated co-working areas with printers and meeting rooms, fitness centres accessible at midnight when you need to clear your head after a long day, and rooftop lounges perfect for video calls with impressive backdrops.
Perhaps most significantly for remote workers, many serviced apartments welcome your four-legged colleagues. Pet-friendly accommodation policies mean no more painful separations from furry family members or costly boarding arrangements.
Punthill Apartment Hotels supports remote professionals seeking that perfect blend of home comfort and professional functionality across Australia’s major business hubs. At Punthill Little Bourke in Melbourne’s vibrant CBD, remote workers enjoy spacious apartments in the heart of the city’s famous laneway culture. The property’s dedicated workspaces and proximity to Melbourne’s coffee scene make those between-meeting breaks particularly refreshing.
Sydney professionals love Punthill Norwest, where the generous apartment layouts provide ample room for proper home office setups. The outdoor pool offers the perfect mental reset after intense work sessions while conveniently connected to Sydney’s business district.
Punthill Spring Hill has spectacular river views and a central location for easy access to business meetings and leisure activities when work winds down. In Canberra, Punthill is right by government offices and provides a quiet, professional environment for focused work.
Each Punthill property shares those critical remote work essentials: reliable, complimentary WiFi, weekly housekeeping that won’t interrupt your workday, fully-equipped kitchens for healthy meal prep, and, importantly—a pet-friendly policy.
At Punthill, all of our hotels’ rates are discounted for long-term accommodation.
Serviced apartments offer flexible stays ranging from a few days to several months. This makes for a cost-effective option for longer stays with discounts for specific bookings, and they’re equally suitable for shorter visits when you need more space and amenities than a standard hotel room.
Most serviced apartments bundle utilities (electricity, water, heating/cooling, and WiFi) into the quoted price. Housekeeping is typically included weekly for longer stays, though frequency can often be adjusted according to your preferences.
In-apartment laundry facilities (washer/dryer) are standard in most serviced apartments at no additional cost. This amenity eliminates the need for expensive hotel laundry services or time-consuming trips to laundromats.
