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Melrose Apartments is a 500-metre walk from an IGA Supermarket, it is a 5-minute walk from Ministry of Dance and a 10-minute walk from Melbourne Royal Hospital. It is a 7-minute drive from Melbourne Zoo and a 12-minute drive from Melbourne city centre.

Location close to the city, lovely staff and we got upgraded to a bigger room with a HUGE bathroom! Room was clean and in good condition. There was a lift and street parking in a quiet street. They refreshed the room and provided more towels without asking which was a nice bones. A comfortable place to base ourselves.

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9.1
Superb
525 reviews
Price from
£91
per night

Located in a historic 19th century landmark building in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, the boutique Treasury on Collins offers self-contained accommodation, well-positioned for trams, buses and taxis. Guests enjoy free Netflix and free WiFi.

Amazing hotel, great location & staff. A very historic building with creative details.

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9.3
Superb
686 reviews
Price from
£155
per night

The Royce is located on Melbourne’s grand boulevard that connects the city’s finest luxury shopping on Collins Street, to world-class galleries and gardens and further to the beautiful bayside beaches.

We had originally booked a King Room with a balcony , but on arrival for our 36th Wedding we had been up graded to a Superior Suite. The aesthetics and boutique ambience of this Hotel made our stay amazing. The staff were exceptional. The location was a short 5 min tram ride to the city, which made exploring the city really easy. The breakfast in the Terrace Restaurant is a must do...the food is sublime.

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9.3
Superb
160 reviews
Price from
£170
per night

Harbour Escape Apartments is 15 minutes' walk from Queen Victoria Market. The free city circle tram stops just a few metres away. Brunswick Street's boutique shops, secondhand stores and cafes are 20 minutes' drive away.

Great location, close to many cafes, restaurants, supermarkets etc. Smooth check in & out, good facilities and a very nice apartment.

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9
Superb
60 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

Located in the heart of Melbourne, Wyndham on William offers stylish accommodation within 10 minutes' walk of Melbourne's vibrant cafes, restaurants and bars. It features a rooftop heated pool, a fitness centre and a library.

Overall the apartment was excellent, well equipped with all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. the location was excellent. Close to all major attractions and quick access to both Trams and Trains

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8.2
Very good
1,552 reviews
Price from
£109
per night

Brady Hotels Central is a modern, 4.5 star hotel, centrally located in Melbourne CBD. Guests enjoy free high-speed WiFi and access to a cafe, bar and fitness centre. All rooms are styled with quality furnishings, modern bathrooms and Juliette balconies.

The location was pretty central and just everything about the hotel, don’t know weather it was because we had just done a 24hrs flight but the bed was super nice and spacious and comfy!

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8.3
Very good
2,524 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Offering an on-site fitness centre, the parking is included and a scheduled airport shuttle service from Monday to Friday between 07:00 and 20:00, Quest Melbourne Airport is conveniently located within the Melbourne Airport Business Park, just 7 minutes' drive from the airport terminals. It offers modern accommodation with a work desk, free cable TV and NBN WiFi access.

Spacious, clean and recently renovated family room. Staff were wonderfully friendly and helpful. Great spot to stay in transit at Melbourne. Doesn’t get any closer to the airport!

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8.6
Fabulous
1,353 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

WRAP on Southbank is suitable for leisure travellers wanting a city escape or for business guests and features an on-site pool, fitness centre and restaurant. This stylish converted warehouse offers one and two-bedroom apartments with free WiFi and TV with streaming capabilities. A 24-hour reception desk is available.

Convenient place in the City of Melbourne at a great price.

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8.2
Very good
3,873 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Located in the ‘Paris end’ of Collins St Melbourne, and nestled between luxury boutiques, institutional restaurants / bars and iconic sites of Melbourne, Hotel Collins is right in the very heart of the city’s thriving business and entertainment district, and will provide you with endless possibilities right on your door-step.

The room was great, clean spacious, well equipped and a really good location near the centre of the city, next to a theatre and opposite another theatre. Also very good security at the entrance.

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8.1
Very good
3,120 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Boasting an indoor lap swimming pool, a fitness centre, a restaurant and spa treatments, Sheraton Melbourne Hotel is located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, at the Paris end of Little Collins Street. It's luxurious, air-conditioned rooms offer a flat-screen TV.

Little Collins Kitchen serves French cuisine and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can relax with a refreshing cocktail at The Terrace Bar, which boasts stunning city views.

Staff were very friendly and polite, offered useful information, all aspects of stay explained. Room was lovely, we got lunch room service and the food was very tasty and arrived really quickly. Fab selection for breakfast and my partner had a spa treatment which he really enjoyed

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8.2
Very good
1,372 reviews
Price from
£132
per night

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  • InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto, an IHG Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,012 reviews

    Located within a heritage icon, InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto encapsulates the glamour, grace and grandeur of history past.

    Staff were incredibly helpful, polite and friendly.

  • Pan Pacific Melbourne
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,199 reviews

    Pan Pacific Melbourne offers luxurious and stylish accommodation, with panoramic views of the city, Port Phillip bay or Yarra River.

    Very clean and everyone was very helpful and polite

  • Grand Hyatt Melbourne
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,926 reviews

    Located on Collins Street, perfectly positioned in the heart of Melbourne's shopping, dining and theatre centre, Grand Hyatt Melbourne comprises of luxurious guest rooms, and premium suites, all...

    How clean and extremely friendly the entire staff were.

  • Quay West Suites Melbourne
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,815 reviews

    Surrounded by shops and restaurants in Melbourne CBD, this 5-star hotel offers spacious suites with LCD TVs, balconies, and panoramic views over Yarra River.

    The property and staff were amazing. Great location.

  • The Como Melbourne
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,028 reviews

    Featuring an indoor/outdoor pool and well-equipped gym, The Como Melbourne offers stylish and spacious suites located on the popular Chapel Street in South Yarra.

    Rooms are enormous. Very spacious as is the bathroom.

  • Amora Hotel Riverwalk
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,306 reviews

    The luxurious Amora Hotel Riverwalk has a tranquil location on the banks of the Yarra River, yet the Melbourne CBD is only 10 minutes away.

    everything was very comfortable; lovely buffet breakfast

  • Novotel Melbourne Preston
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,170 reviews

    Located in Preston, Novotel Melbourne Preston offers stylish and modern hotel rooms and suites, with most featuring floor to ceiling windows complete with sweeping views of Melbourne City or the...

    Everything was great, the breakfast was exceptional.

  • Alto Hotel On Bourke
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,158 reviews

    Located in Melbourne CBD, this award-winning, eco-friendly boutique hotel features free Wi-Fi and relaxing massage chairs in the cosy lounge.

    Location, very comfy and clean, staff very helpful

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  • Space Hotel
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,182 reviews

    Space Hotel features a rooftop terrace, fully equipped fitness centre and a private cinema room. Some rooms have a private bathroom, and flat-screen TV.

    The facilities The cleanliness The beds The location

  • Seasons Heritage Melbourne
    Budget options available
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 731 reviews

    Situated at the southern end of St Kilda Road, Seasons Heritage Melbourne offer a fitness centre and 24/7 reception.

    Great location. Well set up room. Comfortable beds.

  • Docklands Private Collection - NEWQUAY
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,654 reviews

    Located in the waterfront district of NewQuay, in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne's Docklands Private Collection - NEWQUAY offers stylish, self-contained apartments with a private balcony.

    Stunning water views, huge balcony, comfortable beds.

  • Crown Towers Melbourne
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,097 reviews

    Rising above Melbourne’s vibrant Southbank precinct, Crown Towers offers spacious luxury rooms with views of the city or Port Phillip Bay. Each room features original artworks and marble bathrooms.

    Everything, conservatory for breakfast was amazing.

  • Grand Hotel Melbourne
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,249 reviews

    Located at 33 Spencer Street Melboourne,Grand Hotel Melbourne is a historic Melbourne icon offering fully self-contained apartments with a modern kitchen.

    Denis and staff are wonderful. Location is brilliant.

  • Quest Brighton on the Bay
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 715 reviews

    Located opposite beautiful Brighton Beach and Pier, this hotel is just 10 meters from the Royal Brighton Yacht Club. All accommodation offers a desk and a flat-screen TV.

    Our room was very clean, spacious and comfortable.

  • Apartments on Chapman
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 308 reviews

    Situated just 400 metres from the Royal Children's Hospital, these self-contained Melbourne apartments include fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities.

    Close to Royal Children's hospital for appointments

  • The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 966 reviews

    The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands Serviced Apartments is located in Melbourne’s vibrant waterfront district of NewQuay.

    The view from the 17th floor overlooking Docklands.

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  • The Royce
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 160 reviews

    The Royce is located on Melbourne’s grand boulevard that connects the city’s finest luxury shopping on Collins Street, to world-class galleries and gardens and further to the beautiful bayside beaches...

    It was the best hotel we have stayed in, in Melbourne

  • The Langham Melbourne
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4,306 reviews

    Situated on the banks of the Yarra River, The Langham, Melbourne features an indoor swimming pool with views across the city.

    Good location. Spectacular entrance. Great service.

  • Laneways by Ovolo
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 545 reviews

    Deep within the vibrant heart of Melbourne’s many tangled laneways, lives a little hotel with a big personality. An eclectic inner-city stay infused with rebel spirit that beats to a different drum.

    Great staff- so friendly! Great location and great decor

  • Sofitel Melbourne On Collins
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 918 reviews

    Located at the Paris-end of Collins Street in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins offers 363 luxurious rooms and suites located on levels 36 - 50 of the hotel.

    Great location and comfort. Amazing view to the city.

  • Crown Promenade Melbourne
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8,859 reviews

    Located in the centre of Melbourne, Crown Promenade Melbourne offers an infinity pool, an outdoor terrace and a fully equipped fitness center. WiFi is available.

    Pool ,location ,staff were very friendly and helpful.

  • Caroline Serviced Apartments Brighton
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 785 reviews

    Featuring a private balcony and a flat-screen cable TV, Caroline Serviced Apartments are just 10 minutes’ walk from Brighton Beach. The property features free wired internet.

    Great location A good size room with a very comfortable bed

  • The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,920 reviews

    Conveniently located in Melbourne CBD, The Savoy Hotel is located within 5 minutes' walk of Collins Street and the Southern Cross Railway Station, which offers shops, cafes and restaurants.

    Clean, well appointed, fabulously renovated, quiet

  • Crown Metropol Melbourne
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7,407 reviews

    Crown Metropol offers luxury accommodation on Melbourne’s Southbank. Guests have access to an exclusive lounge (open on select days only) and a bar with panoramic city views.

    We were upgraded to a loft suite which was amazing

  • Art Series - The Cullen
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,199 reviews

    Located in the fashionable Prahran area, this 5-star hotel offers trendy accommodation within walking distance to Chapel Street's popular shopping and dining .

    Room was set out great, the bed was very comfortable.

  • The Prince
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 699 reviews

    The Prince is a boutique hotel with free Wi-Fi and parking, located in cosmopolitan St Kilda, just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach.

    Awesome place in a great location. Really friendly staff!!

  • Hotel 115
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 615 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, bar and micro-brewery, Hotel 115 offers accommodation with a flat-screen LED Smart TV that allows access to your streaming services.

    The location was fantastic. Staff are super friendly.

  • Airport Tourist Village Melbourne
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 880 reviews

    Airport Tourist Village Melbourne is a 5-minute drive from Direct Factory Outlets, and a 10-minute drive from Tullamarine Domestic & International Airport. It offers a free parking on site.

    I love the cleanliness of the room and the comfort

  • Quest Bundoora
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 539 reviews

    Quest Bundoora Serviced Apartments offers secure, on-site paid parking and barbecue facilities.

    convenient location, clean, spacious & friendly staff

  • Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,505 reviews

    Located in Melbourne CBD, Adina Apartment Hotel offers modern self-contained apartments. It features a swimming pool, a sauna and a fitness centre. Guests receive unlimited wifi during their stay.

    THE STAFF THE LOCATION AND THE ROOM WERE EXCEPTIONAL

  • Aligned Corporate Residences Kew
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 147 reviews

    Aligned Corporate Residences Kew offers spacious apartments with balconies only 5 km from Melbourne's CBD.

    Full apartment services. Kitchen, washing machine.

  • Adelphi Hotel
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 904 reviews

    Situated in the heart of the vibrant Flinders Lane shopping and dining precinct, Adelphi Hotel boasts free WiFi, free local phone calls and free in-room snacks and refreshments.

    The devote, the location & the friendly staff.

  • Citadines on Bourke Melbourne
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,323 reviews

    Offering modern apartments in the heart of Melbourne CBD, this award-winning 4.5-star property is only 200 metres from Chinatown.

    Location, cleanliness, amenities and friendly staff.

  • Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,656 reviews

    Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street features leisure facilities which boast panoramic city views, including an indoor heated pool, spa, sauna and expansive...

    Excellent location! Transport, near excellent cafes!

  • Quest East Melbourne
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 668 reviews

    Quest East Melbourne offers 3 levels of unique, refurbished apartments with art-deco design and kitchen facilities. Free WiFi is included.

    generous rooms with a kitchenette - great facilities

  • Middle Park Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 832 reviews

    The historic Middle Park Hotel offers modern rooms with free WiFi and a large flat-screen TV. It is located 10 minutes’ drive from Melbourne city centre.

    Great place to stay. The food, the bar, the location.

  • The Hotel Windsor
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,632 reviews

    Established in 1883, this historic hotel combines classic style with modern facilities.

    Incredibly well located...we could walk to everything

  • Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,825 reviews

    Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel is situated in the heart of Melbourne city, conveniently located within walking distance Melbourne's attractions.

    Location reception staffed 24/7. Clean comfortable

  • Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 7,492 reviews

    Set in the centre of Melbourne, Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands is located 700 metres from Marvel Stadium and 1.2 km from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

    Staff and service good. Also very convenient location

  • The Olsen Melbourne Art Series
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,171 reviews

    Art Series The Olsen is a boutique hotel located in the heart of South Yarra on Chapel Street, just a few minutes' walk from the entertainment and shopping area of Chapel Street.

    Location. cafe/bar. Staff very helpful and friendly

  • Punthill Apartment Hotel - Flinders Lane
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,191 reviews

    Punthill Hotel offers stylish accommodation in Melbourne CBD. Located in the vibrant shopping and dining district of Flinders Lane, all apartments include a fully equipped kitchen and a flat-screen...

    The apartment is comfortable for my daughter and me.

  • The Sebel Melbourne Docklands Hotel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,368 reviews

    The Sebel Melbourne Docklands Hotel is located on the New Quay waterfront. It offers self-contained apartments, most of which have a private balcony overlooking the marina.

    I like location and the convenience of getting around

  • Jasper Boutique Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,154 reviews

    Jasper Boutique Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel offering 4-star accommodation in Melbourne CBD, in the heart of the Market Precinct. It features free WiFi and conference facilities.

    Location for us was excellent, friendly and helpful staff, clean

  • Tolarno Hotel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,367 reviews

    Tolarno Hotel features original local artwork, stylish guest rooms and free WiFi.

    The front counter staff were helpful and welcoming.

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Melbourne

  • Avg. price/night: £132.74
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,388 reviews
    Great design. Modern but with warmth in design. Gorgeous pool and pool area - like a day spa. Excellent breakfast - open kitchen and they would make you an omelet or eggs.
    nicky
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £133.57
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,920 reviews
    An excellent job of honouring the history of the building through the features and interior design in the lobby and the rooms, with a modern influence in line with today's comfort and luxury standards. I was travelling for work and even felt compelled to work in the lobby given how nice the experience was. I stayed in another "4.5 star" hotel the night before and it didn't get close to the Savoy on any level (including price) - It really makes me wonder how the star rating system works as the Savoy is leagues ahead.
    Samuel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £133.57
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,920 reviews
    Super convenient spot over the road from Southern Cross station. Lovely interior design which has contemporary comforts, but takes you back in time with the decor. Great buffet breakfast. Polite and helpful staff.
    Carolyn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £132.74
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,388 reviews
    Great boutique hotel with an awesome vibe. Interior design in earthy tones made it relaxing and stylish.
    M
    Maxine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £119.13
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,815 reviews
    Rooms are great... Views are stuNning... Price was great(booked on the day.). Rooms are modern clean, tidy, stylishly designed... Soundproof was great esp for us... . Air con good. Staff were good. Tenants and peoples we saw in the building g on our way to room were all absolutely lovely...
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £104.17
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,149 reviews
    The best ‘budget’ hotel we have stayed in. It had everything - well designed, clean , super modern , comfortable with attention to all the little details like an extra long bedside table, plugs etc, Good enough breakfast included in the price, and half price drinks at happy hour. Stunning city views from our 2 windows. Large flat screen tv. Loved the bathroom (nice dispensers of soap, shampoo AND conditioner! Good aircon. Staff were lovely. Location superb for our sight seeing trip. well pleased with our choice!!
    PETER
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £82
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,158 reviews
    Alto is such a friendly little boutique hotel in the city. It has authentic designer pieces, the friendliest staff who make you feel like you're staying at a friend's house and sparkling water on tap (ask for a bottle to fill up to take to your room). It's not perfect (the best homes aren't), but it's a lovely bolthole in an awesome section of the city. Plus, the facade is so gorgeous, and the breakfast is great (chef in the mornings).
    Anna
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £109.15
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,501 reviews
    Loved the gorgeous interior design . The hotel had a stylish old world feel to it with attention to detail. The proximity to the city and Flinders Street station.
    Teresa Myers
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,502 reviews
    amazing view, bed linen was stunning, interior designer killed it
    Laura-Jean
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £160.13
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,941 reviews
    Best hotel gym ever- spacious, like a fully equipped gym and clean towels Can actually recycle waste, like all hotels should do. Loved this hotel's interior and exterior designed by award-winning Architects from Melbourne Dyson hair dryer beautiful to use Public lounge areas quiet and very Boutique feeling Gorgeous corner room with large windows Delightful staff were very helpful
    Lisa
    Solo traveller

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