Pre-booking Monthly and Daily Parking in Docklands

There is limited option for daily parking in Docklands. Most on-street parking in Docklands is metered and timed. It costs $4 an hour for the first hour and a maximum time limit of 2 hours. From there forward, if there’s no time limit on the signs, it costs $1 an hour. You can pay for on-street parking using the Council’s PayStay app or at a parking meter or ticket machine.

If you don’t want to try your luck with street parking, there are a few nearby car parks but remember that these facilities have very limited spaces available and are often expensive.

District Docklands provides the first 90 minutes of parking free of charge. However, it's important to note that weekday parking rates can be relatively high, ranging from $16 to $49 per day.

There’s also a number of car parks that only allow you to stay for 1 to 2 hours, so you’ll need to make sure you move your car periodically to avoid a parking ticket and a corresponding fine.

Central Pier car park, which operates 7 days a week and offers access to Etihad stadium, offers a flat rate of $17 during the day but you need to be out by 4pm.

You can also opt for 717 Bourke Street Car Park located on Mayfield place, but hourly and daily parking fees in this facility can be steep, with prices going up to $65 for more than four hours of stay.

So how much can you save on daily parking costs using Parkhound?

Off-street Daily Parking Costs in Docklands

Based on these rates, you can save up to 40% on daily parking rates if you choose to rent a parking space with Parkhound. And unlike traditional operators, your daily parking space is reserved for you and you have access 24/7.

Monthly parking in Docklands typically falls within the range of $360 to $450, but these prices can vary based on current availability and whether you choose an unreserved or reserved parking space. For a reserved space, you are looking at around $90 a month extra.

While you can find permanent parking options at shopping centres such as The District Docklands, you will need to get in contact with the car park managers to get a quote.

There are no council operated car parks in Docklands, but there are several commercial operators including Marvel Stadium.

Due to limited on-street supply, the City of Melbourne does not have a residential permit parking scheme in Docklands. Unfortunately for apartment residents, this means that they don't have a parking space included in their lease, parking can get difficult and expensive.

Monthly parking costs in Docklands

Based on these rates, you can save around 40% to 50% on monthly parking fees in Bondi and your parking options are not limited to pricey car parks.

With Parkhound, you have multiple monthly parking options available. Our Host’s will typically respond within 24 hours, allowing you to secure your long-term parking arrangement quickly. There’s no lock in contract and if the space is not as described, you’re protected by our money back guarantee.

In addition to big savings, there are other perks of using Parkhound. Access times are not restricted, so you don’t have to cut short your trip just to avoid bearing heavier parking charges.

This means additional time and money saved by avoiding parking fines and circling the block. There’s also no extra membership fees, so the price you see on the map is how much you’ll pay.

While some spaces might require coordinating an access device exchange, we've got you covered with our Instant Book feature for those last-minute bookings.

This feature is especially convenient for spaces like driveways and carports, where you don't need any special access device or additional steps to secure your spot.

For other space types, like covered commercial parking, access is typically managed through QR codes or Bluetooth using the Parkhound app.

at don't need an access device.

With Docklands being such a busy area, even Parkhound’s parking options can fill up quickly.

Luckily, new ones are added daily, so simply place your name and requirements on our Waiting List. You’ll be notified when an appropriate listing becomes available.

Also, our friendly team members are happy to assist, so use our email, social media, live chat or phone number to talk to us. We’re available 7 days a week!