Glen Waverley | IKON Glen Waverley

Forget cramped hotel rooms!

7 reasons

to stay at

IKON, Glen Waverley

1 Location, Location, Location!

Glen Waverley offers easy access to Melbourne's CBD, highways, and public transport—perfect for business or leisure. At IKON, you're steps from train and bus stations, great dining, and shopping, with Monash Uni (Clayton) and Deakin Uni (Burwood) just 13 minutes away. Catch a train to the CBD or a bus to Chadstone Shopping Centre, or St Kilda.

2 Tourist attractions

Adventure awaits! Discover top Melbourne spots just 30-40 minutes from Glen Waverley, like Peninsula Hot Springs, Yarra Valley, Mount Dandenong, Puffing Billy, and Phillip Island!

3 Foodie Heaven at Your Doorstep

Get ready to satisfy your taste buds! With a fantastic array of restaurants and cafes, you can indulge in everything from gourmet dishes to cosy comfort food.

4 Shop ‘Til You Drop

From trendy boutiques to local faves, The Glen has it all! Treat yourself or stock up at Chinese, Korean, and Indian grocery marts—just a short stroll away.

5 Entertainment and Relaxation

Relax with endless fun—movies, bowling, karaoke, billiards, and pokies! Need a break? Get pampered with a haircut, manicure, massage, or hit the gym!

6 Friendly Vibes

Feel right at home in Glen Waverley, where friendly locals and warm vibes await.

7 Exclusive Perks when you stay with us

Book your stay with us and enjoy special discounts on dining, shopping and more!

Discover

The Neighbourhood

where charm meets your perfect stay.

Coffee → Black Flat Coffee Brewers, Mocha Jo's Restaurant, Piatella Cafe Bar

Asian
- Chinese → Haidilao Hotpot, Shanghai Red, Tina's Noodle Kitchen, Dainty Sichuan, China Bar
- Japanese → Marble Yakiniku, Shira Nui, ICHI KATSU, Shujinko, Sanaicho Buffet
- Korean → Bon Chicken & Beer, BBQ LAB, Gami Chicken, BBQ Code, Yoon's Kitchen
- Malaysian → Laksa King, PappaRich, Laksa King, Nan Yang Kopitiam, O'Town
- Thai → Dodee Paidang, D'elephant Thai Cuisine
- Indian → Elephant Corridor, Meze Restaurant

Modern Australian
- Steak and Seafood → Steak Ministry Bar & Grill, Marble Yakiniku, Wagyu Ya Teppanyaki, The Boiling Crab
- Café and Brunch → Piatella Cafe Bar, Mocha Jo's, The Lucky Guys Cafe, Andzero Cafe, The Coffee Club

Mediterranean
- Greek → Miss Pickle 1971

Italian
- Pizza and Pasta → Scusa Mi! Italiano

Bakeries and Desserts
- Bakeries → Laurent Bakery, Bread King, BreadTop
- Bubble Tea → machi machi, Sharetea, Top Tea, Gong cha, CoCo
- Dessert → YOMG, Piatella Cafe Bar, Bing Chillin, Lukumama
- Ice cream → Kariton Sorbetes, C9 Chocolate & Gelato, Meet Fresh

Fast Food and Casual Dining
- Fast food chains → McDonald's, KFC
- Burgers → YOMG, Grill'd, Betty's Burgers

The Glen Shopping Centre (3-min walk from Ikon) – The main retail hub with a variety of stores such as:
- Department store → David Jones
- Fashion → H&M, Uniqlo, Cotton On, Glassons
- Pharmacy → Chemist Warehouse, Priceline, TerryWhite Chemmart
- Supermarkets → Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, Colonial Fresh Markets
- Asian groceries → Foodle, Tan Hung, Lunar Mart
- Beauty → MECCA, L'OCCITANE, W Cosmetics
- Electronics → JB Hi-Fi
- Gifts → Koko Black, kikki.K, Miniso, T2 Tea
- Jewellery → Pandora, Swarovski
- Telecommunications → Optus, Telstra

Kingsway Strip (1-min walk from Ikon) – A busy street with specialty shops offering shopping, dining and entertainment (bowling and cinema at Century City).

Burwood One Shopping Centre (9-min drive from Ikon)

Chadstone Shopping Centre (15 to 20-min drive from Ikon)

Glen Waverley is surrounded by beautiful parks and nature sights, perfect for outdoor activities and relaxation. Here are some nearby spots:

Jells Park (Wheelers Hill)
- Distance: 9 minutes' drive
- A large and popular park offering scenic walking and cycling trails, picnic areas, BBQ facilities, and a beautiful lake. Perfect for birdwatching and family outings.
Glen Waverley Golf Course
- Distance: 7 minutes' drive
- 18-hole Glen Waverley Golf Course located next to picturesque Jells Park. More than 45,000 rounds of golf a year are played at the public course!
Dandenong Valley Parklands (Mulgrave)
- Distance: 10 minutes drive
- A peaceful reserve with wetlands, walking trails, and opportunities to spot native wildlife. It’s a great spot for nature walks and picnics.
Shepherds Bush Park (Glen Waverley)
- Distance: Within Glen Waverley
- A local favorite for short nature walks along the Dandenong Creek Trail. The park features bushland and birdlife, providing a natural escape in the middle of suburbia.
Nortons Park (Wantirna South)
- Distance: 10 minutes' drive
- Known for its spacious open grasslands, Nortons Park is ideal for picnics, BBQs, and quiet nature walks. Dogs are also welcome off-leash in certain areas.
Lysterfield Park (Lysterfield)
- Distance: 20 minutes' drive
- A vast park surrounding Lysterfield Lake, popular for swimming, kayaking, mountain biking, and picnicking. It’s also a great spot to see kangaroos and emus in the wild.
Koomba Park (Wantirna South)
- Distance: 15 minutes' drive
- A tranquil park along the Dandenong Creek Trail, with wetlands, bushland, and picnic spots. It’s perfect for cycling or walking in peaceful surroundings.

Beauty → Endota Spa, Laser Clinics Australia, Yuki House, Exquisite Brows, The JN.1 Hair & cosmetic beauty

Hair salon → &YOU Hair Design, Smile & Y Hair Salon, Sisu Hair Salon, The JN.1 Hair & cosmetic beauty

Nail salon → Lustre Nail Bar, Prime Nail Salon

Massage → MyPlace Massage & Day Spa, Joy Thai Massage and Therapy, Little Massage Studio

Gym → Anytime Fitness, Fitness First, BFT

Pilates and more → CorePlus, KX Pilates

In the case of a medical emergency call Triple Zero (000) and ask for ambulance.

Hospitals and medical centers:

Monash Medical Centre
- Location: Clayton, approximately 10 minutes away
- A major hospital providing a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, maternity, and specialist services.

Waverley Private Hospital
- Location: Mulgrave, about 5 minutes away
- A private hospital offering surgical, medical, and rehabilitation services.

Glen Waverley Medical Centre
- Location: Glen Waverley
- A local general practice providing a range of healthcare services, including general consultations and health assessments.

Pharmacies:

Chemist Warehouse
- Location: The Glen Shopping Centre
- A large pharmacy offering a wide range of medications, health products, and beauty items.
TerryWhite Chemmart
- Location: Kingsway, Glen Waverley
- A well-known pharmacy providing health advice, medications, and beauty products.
Amcal Pharmacy
- Location: Glen Waverley
- Provides prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and personal care items.

Public transport – Train and bus services (Visit Public Transport Victoria for info and schedule)
Banks – ANZ, Bank of Melbourne, Westpac, Commonwealth Bank, NAB
Currency Exchange – Travel Money Oz, Travelex, Melbourne Currency Exchange The Glen
Post Office – Australia Post

Clothing Alterations – LOOKSMART, Alter It, Scholler Shoe Repairs

Fitness and Exercise (membership may be required) – Anytime Fitness, Fitness First, BFT, CorePlus, KX Pilate, Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre

Glen Waverley Community Centre – A hub for local events, workshops, and community activities.

Glen Waverley Library – A community library with free internet, study spaces, and resources.

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Explore — Shop, dine, play, and relax with top-notch amenities, parks, and vibrant entertainment options. Majority of these locations are within walking distance.

This isn’t an exhaustive list, but it highlights some popular local spots worth checking out.

Getting to IKON, Glen Waverley

From Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour

Take the Tullamarine Freeway (M2) towards the city.
Merge onto the CityLink toll road.
Continue on CityLink and follow signs for the Monash Freeway (M1) towards Dandenong.
Take the exit for the Monash Freeway (M1) towards Dandenong.
Continue on the Monash Freeway and take the exit for Springvale Road.
Turn right onto Springvale Road, then follow it until you reach Glen Waverley.

It's advisable to check for tolls along CityLink and consider using a GPS or navigation app for real-time traffic updates.

Contact Park Avenue

Coffee → Black Flat Coffee Brewers, Mocha Jo's Restaurant, Piatella Cafe Bar

Asian

Modern Australian

Mediterranean

Italian

Bakeries and Desserts

Fast Food and Casual Dining

Jells Park (Wheelers Hill)

Glen Waverley Golf Course

Dandenong Valley Parklands (Mulgrave)

Shepherds Bush Park (Glen Waverley)

Nortons Park (Wantirna South)

Lysterfield Park (Lysterfield)

Koomba Park (Wantirna South)

Monash University (Clayton campus)

Deakin University (Burwood campus)

Getting to IKON, Glen Waverley

From Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour

From Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour

From Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
Travel time: Approx. 1 .5 hours

Getting to IKON, Glen Waverley

From Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) Travel time: Approx. 1 hour

From Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)
Travel time: Approx. 1 hour