Le Cordon Bleu Australia Accommodation

Le Cordon Bleu Australia is a private higher education provider with a focus on culinary arts, patisserie, and hospitality. Its history dates back to Paris in 1895, and the wider Le Cordon Bleu network now has campuses in several countries.

The Melbourne campus opened in 2015 through a partnership with Holmesglen Institute. It is based in Moorabbin, where you’ll study in professional facilities within the Holmesglen precinct.

For a culinary student, the campus setup is a major part of the experience. You’ll have access to professional teaching kitchens, a bakery, and a training restaurant as part of your studies.

The Melbourne campus offers programmes across different levels. These include the Grand Diplome, which combines cuisine and patisserie, as well as the Diplome CordonTec and Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management. Postgraduate study is also available in areas related to business and hospitality management.

Your experience will be quite different from studying at a large public university. The campus has a specialist focus, so your timetable and daily routine will revolve heavily around culinary and hospitality training.

Your studies will naturally have a strong culinary focus, but life outside the classroom matters too.

Moorabbin and its neighbouring suburbs give you plenty of local options, while central Melbourne is available when you want a bigger choice of restaurants, events, and entertainment.

Student Support

Le Cordon Bleu and Holmesglen provide student support services that you can use during your studies.

Since the Melbourne campus is specialist and relatively focused, your student experience will be closely linked to your course, classmates, and the wider Melbourne food and hospitality scene.

Sports and Recreation

The Moorabbin campus has limited dedicated sports facilities, so you can look at local gyms, fitness centres, sporting clubs, and community facilities.

If you enjoy outdoor activities, the bayside location also gives you access to walking areas and beaches further towards the coast.

When you choose accommodation, check how close you’ll be to a gym or sports facility if regular exercise is part of your routine.

Nightlife and Socialising

You’ll find cafes, restaurants, and casual places to meet friends around Moorabbin, Cheltenham, and Bentleigh.

Centre Road in Bentleigh is particularly useful for casual dining and local social plans.

If you want a larger nightlife scene, head towards Melbourne's CBD, Fitzroy, or Collingwood. The city has a much wider selection of bars, restaurants, live music venues, and late-night food spots.

Your course can also bring its own social opportunities. Restaurant services, culinary events, wine dinners, and other hospitality activities can give you a chance to spend time with classmates while getting more familiar with the industry.

Shopping and Markets

Southland Shopping Centre is one of the most useful shopping destinations around the area.

You can use it for groceries, clothes, household items, and everyday essentials. Local shopping strips around Moorabbin, Cheltenham, and Bentleigh can also cover many of your regular needs.

For a bigger shopping trip, Melbourne's CBD has major shopping centres such as Melbourne Central, Emporium Melbourne, and QV Melbourne.

Culture and Events

Melbourne has a strong food and arts scene, which can be especially interesting when you’re studying culinary arts.

You can visit food markets, restaurants, galleries, exhibitions, and live events across the city. The CBD also hosts festivals and cultural events throughout the year.

As your studies progress, spending time around Melbourne's food scene can give you a better feel for the city's hospitality culture.

Healthcare

You’ll find GP clinics, pharmacies, and other healthcare services around Moorabbin and the surrounding suburbs.

International students should keep their OSHC information available and check their policy before using healthcare services.

For routine needs, having a medical center and pharmacy close to your accommodation can make life easier. It’s worth checking these facilities when you compare neighborhoods.

Your accommodation location can make a big difference to your day-to-day routine.

Since your classes are in Moorabbin, the south-eastern suburbs are the most convenient places to start your search. They can give you a shorter commute and easier access to campus.

You can also look towards the CBD if you want a more active city lifestyle. Before signing a lease, compare the rent with the time and money you’ll spend travelling to Moorabbin.

Moorabbin (VIC 3189)

• Distance to campus: Around 0–1.5 km, with some locations within a 5–20-minute walk

• Vibe: Practical suburban area with shops, local services, and transport links

• Best for: You if you want the shortest possible journey to class

• Average weekly rent for a shared room: Around AU$260–370

Cheltenham (VIC 3192)

• Distance to campus: Around 2 km

• Vibe: Relaxed suburban area with shops and local amenities

• Best for: You if you want good shopping options and a convenient train connection

• Average weekly rent for a shared room: Around AU$270–380

Bentleigh (VIC 3204)

• Distance to campus: Around 4 km

• Vibe: Lively suburban area with cafes, restaurants, and shops

• Best for: You if you enjoy having food and social spots close to home

• Average weekly rent for a 3-bedroom house: Around AU$650–900

Mentone (VIC 3194)

• Distance to campus: Around 3 km

• Vibe: Relaxed bayside suburb with shops and access to the beach

• Best for: You if you want a quieter home environment with a coastal feel

• Average weekly rent for a 3-bedroom house: Around AU$600–850

Sandringham / Bayside (VIC 3191)

• Distance to campus: Around 5 km

• Vibe: Beachside, residential, and more upmarket

• Best for: You if you want a coastal lifestyle and have a larger accommodation budget

• Average weekly rent for a 3-bedroom house: Around AU$700–1,000

Budget pick: Moorabbin is a practical choice if you want to keep your commute and everyday transport costs low.

Premium pick: Sandringham can suit you if a beachside lifestyle matters to you and your budget allows for higher rent.

Rent will usually take up a large part of your weekly student budget, but you’ll also need money for groceries, transport, bills, your mobile plan, and social activities.

For expenses outside rent, you can use the following figures as a starting point:

Expense	Estimated weekly cost
Groceries & food	AU$110–160
Transport	AU$45–55
Household bills	AU$45–65
Socialising	AU$65–110
Mobile	AU$15–25
Course materials	AU$10–20

Your actual spending can be higher or lower depending on your routine.

Food deserves particular attention for Le Cordon Bleu students. Your course can involve ingredients, equipment, and other practical items alongside your usual groceries. You may also need items such as a uniform or knife kit, depending on your programme.

Check your course information for the equipment and materials you’ll need before setting your budget.

For international students, the Australian government sets a financial capacity requirement for student visas. The figure cited for a single student is AU$29,710 per year, which is around AU$571 per week.

When you search for Le Cordon Bleu accommodation, you’ll come across several room and property types.

Studio Flat

A studio usually combines your bedroom and living area with a kitchenette and private bathroom.

Best for: You if you want your own space and prefer a quieter home.

Budget: Studios are usually among the more expensive options because you have private living and bathroom facilities.

A studio can work well if you need a quiet place to study after practical classes. You’ll have more control over your routine, although you’ll also have fewer opportunities to meet housemates.

Entire Place

An entire apartment or house gives you access to the full property. Depending on the rental, it may have several bedrooms, a kitchen, a living area, and one or more bathrooms.

Best for: You if you’re moving to Melbourne with friends or want more space.

Budget: The total rent can be higher, but sharing a multi-bedroom property can bring the cost per person down.

This option can give you more control over the household. You’ll also need to organise things such as bills, cleaning, and other shared responsibilities with your housemates.

Private Room

A private room gives you your own bedroom while you share common areas such as the kitchen and living room.

Best for: You if you want privacy in your bedroom but still enjoy living with other students.

Budget: Usually more affordable than renting a full apartment or studio alone.

This can be a good middle ground. You get your own personal space while still having people around when you want company.

Shared Room

A shared room means you share your bedroom with another student or resident.

Best for: You if keeping accommodation costs low is your main priority.

Budget: Usually one of the cheaper room options, although availability varies.

You’ll have less personal space, so it helps to discuss things such as sleep schedules, study time, guests, and cleaning with your roommate.

Le Cordon Bleu Australia's Melbourne campus does not provide its own on-campus accommodation. You’ll therefore need to consider private rentals, homestays, or purpose-built student accommodation around Moorabbin and other parts of Melbourne.

Purpose-built student accommodation in Melbourne gives you another option if you prefer a property designed around student living.

Some properties are closer to Moorabbin than others. The cheapest room may also come with a longer commute, so look at the full journey before booking.

Caulfield Place

• Location: 5 Caulfield Boulevard, Caulfield North, VIC 3161

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 9.4 km

• Travel time: Around 42 minutes by public transport or 17 minutes by car

• Starting price: AU$820/week

Caulfield Place gives you a more central location while remaining within commuting distance of Moorabbin.

Caulfield North has plenty of shops, food options, and public transport connections. You can also reach other parts of Melbourne more easily than you might from the outer suburbs.

The starting price of AU$820 per week places this towards the premium end of the options listed here.

It can suit you if you have a larger accommodation budget and want to spend your free time exploring Melbourne beyond Moorabbin.

BELONG Clayton Melbourne

• Location: 2125 Princes Highway, Clayton VIC 3168

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 11.6 km

• Travel time: Around 51 minutes by public transport or 19 minutes by car

• Starting price: AU$900/week

BELONG Clayton Melbourne gives you another option in Melbourne's southeast.

Clayton is further from the CBD and has its own local shopping, dining, and transport options. The location can appeal to students who prefer this part of Melbourne.

At AU$900 per week, the accommodation sits towards the premium end of this list. You’ll need to decide if the property and location fit comfortably within your overall budget.

West Tower, Melbourne Quarter

• Location: 648 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 16.92 km

• Travel time: Around 68 minutes by public transport or 31 minutes by car

• Starting price: AU$700/week

West Tower is a city-based option for students who want to live in central Melbourne.

You’ll have restaurants, shops, entertainment, and public transport close to home. It can also make exploring the city easier during weekends and days off.

The main compromise is the commute. A journey of around an hour or more by public transport can become tiring when you have practical classes and a full study schedule.

At AU$700 per week, it also costs more than some suburban options.

The Archive—Residential Living

• Location: 205 Normanby Road, Southbank, VIC 3006

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 17.95 km

• Travel time: Around 82 minutes by public transport or 30 minutes by car

• Starting price: AU$990/week

The Archive is in Southbank, close to Melbourne's riverside and arts precinct.

This location can suit you if city life is a major part of what you want from your Melbourne experience. You’ll have restaurants, cultural venues, and central attractions within easy reach.

The starting price of AU$990 per week makes it one of the most expensive options in this guide.

The commute to Moorabbin is also longer, so consider this property mainly if you value its location and facilities enough to justify the extra cost and travel time.

WeAreLiving Preston

• Location: 15 Plenty Road, Preston, VIC 3072

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 23.52 km

• Travel time: Around 91 minutes by public transport or 47 minutes by car

• Starting price: AU$455/week

Preston gives you a completely different setting from the bayside suburbs.

It sits in Melbourne's north and has a lively local food and shopping scene. The starting price of AU$455 per week is also lower than several of the central PBSA options.

The main issue is the commute. Around 91 minutes by public transport can add several hours to your weekly travel time.

If you are considering Preston, compare the lower rent against transport costs and the amount of time you’ll spend travelling.

UKO Melbourne Central

• Location: 19 Exploration Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 25.07 km

• Travel time: Around 72 minutes by public transport or 35 minutes by car

• Starting price: AU$620/week

UKO Melbourne Central is another option for students who prefer city living.

You’ll be close to shops, cafes, restaurants, and Melbourne's central transport network. This can make your weekends and free time more convenient.

The journey to Moorabbin is the main compromise. Depending on your timetable and transport connections, you may spend more than an hour travelling each way.

Before booking, think about how that journey will fit around practical classes and study time.

If you want to reduce your accommodation costs, looking further from Moorabbin can give you more choices.

Keep in mind that a lower weekly rent can come with higher transport costs and a longer commute.

UniLodge Park Avenue

• Location: 8 Leonard Street, Parkville, VIC 3052

• Starting price: AU$329/week

UniLodge Park Avenue is in Parkville, in Melbourne's inner north.

At AU$329 per week, the starting price is considerably lower than several of the central PBSA properties in this guide.

The location is popular with students because of its access to universities, parks, shops, and public transport.

For a Le Cordon Bleu student, the main consideration is the journey to Moorabbin. You’ll need to allow more time for your daily commute than you would from Moorabbin, Cheltenham, or Mentone.

UniLodge Lincoln House

• Location: 125 Bouverie Street, Carlton, VIC 3053

• Starting price: AU$449/week

UniLodge Lincoln House is in Carlton, which is known for its student population, cafes, and restaurants.

The starting price of AU$449 per week makes it a more affordable option compared with several premium city properties.

Carlton is well connected to the CBD, so you’ll have plenty to do outside class. The challenge is getting to Moorabbin each day.

If you choose this option, check the complete public transport route and allow enough time between home and your practical classes.

WeAreLiving Preston

• Location: 15 Plenty Road, Preston, VIC 3072

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 23.52 km

• Travel time: Around 91 minutes by public transport

• Starting price: AU$455/week

WeAreLiving Preston is one of the lower-priced options on this list.

Preston gives you access to local shops, food outlets, and public transport, and the weekly starting price is below many CBD properties.

The commute is the main drawback. A journey of around 91 minutes by public transport can become a major part of your daily routine.

UKO Melbourne Central

• Location: 19 Exploration Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000

• Distance from Le Cordon Bleu: 25.07 km

• Travel time: Around 72 minutes by public transport

• Starting price: AU$620/week

UKO Melbourne Central is more expensive than Preston or Parkville, but you’ll be living in central Melbourne.

The location gives you easy access to city shops, restaurants, cultural attractions, and public transport. You’ll have plenty to do outside class.

For your course, though, remember that Moorabbin is a long way from the CBD. A daily commute of more than an hour each way can add up quickly.

La Trobe University Accommodation

Some La Trobe University accommodation listings in Bundoora have starting prices of around AU$250–295 per week, including Chisholm College, North and South Apartments, Glenn College, and Menzies College.

These properties are primarily associated with La Trobe University, so check eligibility and availability before making any plans around them.

They are also a long way from Le Cordon Bleu's Moorabbin campus. Bundoora is more than 30 km away, while Orde House in Flora Hill is much further away and is associated with La Trobe's Bendigo campus.

For a Le Cordon Bleu student, the low weekly price may come with too much travel time to make it practical for regular classes.

Your transport choices will depend heavily on where you live.

If you stay in Moorabbin, walking can be enough for some journeys. Further suburbs will usually require a train, bus, or a combination of services.

Melbourne uses Myki for public transport, so make sure you understand the current fares and travel rules before you start your daily commute.

Trains

Moorabbin railway station is on the Frankston line and is an important transport point for the area.

The station is around 1 km from the Le Cordon Bleu campus, depending on your exact route.

The Frankston line also serves areas such as Cheltenham, Bentleigh, and Mentone. This makes these suburbs useful places to consider if you want to live outside Moorabbin while keeping a straightforward rail connection.

From Moorabbin

If your accommodation is close to the campus, walking may be the simplest option. Depending on your exact address, you could have a journey of around 5–20 minutes. That can be particularly useful if your timetable includes early practical sessions.

From Cheltenham

Cheltenham is around 2 km from campus. You can use the train or local bus services depending on where your accommodation is located. Check the route from the actual property rather than relying only on the suburb name.

From Bentleigh

Bentleigh is around 4 km from the campus and sits on the Frankston line. The train makes Moorabbin accessible from Bentleigh, so this can be a practical choice if you prefer the area's cafes, shops, and residential streets.

From Mentone

Mentone is around 3 km from campus and also has access to the Frankston line. You can use the train to reach Moorabbin, making the suburb a reasonable choice for students who want a bayside setting.

From Sandringham

Sandringham is around 5 km from the campus. Depending on your exact address and timetable, you can use trains and connecting services or local buses.

Check the full journey before signing a lease, as your actual travel time can vary based on connections and waiting periods.

Buses

Buses connect Moorabbin with nearby suburbs and transport hubs.

They can be useful for shorter journeys or for reaching a train station. If your accommodation is further from a railway station, check nearby bus routes before deciding on the property.

Trams

The Moorabbin area relies more heavily on trains and buses than Melbourne's inner suburbs.

You’ll find a much larger tram network closer to the CBD, so a city-based accommodation option may give you more tram choices for everyday trips around central Melbourne.

Cycling

Cycling can work well if you live close to the campus and prefer an active way to travel. It can also reduce your reliance on public transport for shorter journeys.

Before buying or bringing a bike, check the route between your accommodation and campus. Also look at secure bike storage at your accommodation.

Major Transport Hubs

Southern Cross Station

Southern Cross Station is one of Melbourne's main transport hubs.

It connects the city with Metro services, V/Line regional trains, interstate services and coaches. It is also the main CBD point for SkyBus airport services.

If you live in central Melbourne, Southern Cross can be useful for getting towards Moorabbin and for travelling around Victoria during university breaks.

Airport Access

Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

Melbourne Airport is around 20–25 km north-west of the CBD.

If you’re arriving from overseas, you’ll need to plan how you’ll travel from the airport to your accommodation. SkyBus services connect Melbourne Airport with Southern Cross Station.

From there, you can continue towards Moorabbin or your chosen suburb using Melbourne's public transport network.

The airport currently has no direct train connection, so remember to include your transfer when planning your journey.

If you’re arriving with several bags, check your accommodation's check-in time and route before leaving the airport. Having the journey planned in advance can make your first day in Melbourne much easier.