Moving on from Sydney, in the next part of our series of Australia luxury hotel guides, we will be focusing on luxury hotels in Melbourne, the second largest city in Australia.
The capital of the Australian state of Victoria, Melbourne is also the second largest city in terms of population in Australia and the country’s cultural capital. There are lots to see and do in the city, with some of the country’s best galleries, museums, numerous retail outlets featuring boutique and international brands, great cafes, bars, and restaurants to keep visitors occupied.
For readers intending to visit Melbourne, here are our picks for luxury Melbourne hotels (in no particular order) :
The Hotel Windsor – Historic Hotel with a Great Location
Built in 1883, The Hotel Windsor is a historic hotel that combines classic style with modern facilities. Adjacent to the famous Princess Theatre, and opposite the grand Parliament House, The Windsor Hotel is just a short walk from Melbourne’s theatres, luxury boutiques, and Chinatown. Melbourne’s only UNESCO world heritage site, the Royal Exhibition Building, is also within walking distance.
The hotel is located in central Melbourne, on Spring Street. The closest airport, Melbourne Airport (MEL) is about a 40-minute drive away. The nearest tram stop is Bourke St/Spring St. (Tram No.35).
The Windsor Hotel features 180 rooms and suites with views of either Bourke Street, Parliament House, or the Treasury Gardens.
The hotel houses four dining establishments, consisting of three restaurants, and a bar. One Eleven offers both breakfast and afternoon tea while The Cricketers Bar serves a menu of Australian bar favorites for lunch and dinner. SUNDA and Aru are restaurants managed by the hotel offering Southeast Asian cuisine that is a short walk away from the property.
Address:
111 Spring Street, Melbourne 3000, Victoria, Australia
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins – Tallest Hotel in Melbourne
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins is located at the Paris end of Collins Street, in the heart of the city’s main shopping, dining and theatre district. There are a total of 363 rooms in the hotel which starts from the 36th floor, with views of the Yarra River and Port Phillip Bay from its guest rooms.
The hotel’s central location means that major tourist attractions such as Flinders Street Station, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), and Block Arcade Melbourne are all within easy walking distance.
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins is approximately a 40-minute drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL). The nearest tram stop is Spring Street – Stop 8 (accessible via Free Tram)
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins has a restaurant and a bar. No35 Restaurant is the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant and showcases modern French cuisine. Atrium Bar On 35, attached to the restaurant and opens in the evenings, offers stunning decor and views, alongside a long list of local wines, and boutique beers with light meals.
Club rooms at the hotel are situated from the 47th floor and offer its guests club benefits such as personalized express check-in and check-out at Club Sofitel, breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening drinks with canapés in the lounge, as well as other benefits.
The hotel has a large fitness centre with massage chairs but does not have a pool.
Address:
25 Collins Street, 3000 Melbourne
QT Melbourne – Former Cinema Turned Boutique Hotel
QT Melbourne is a former cinema that was turned into a boutique hotel that exudes a relaxed Parisian elegance. The hotel has a total of 188 rooms, including some that are pet-friendly.
The property is located on Russell Street, which is just steps from the shopping area of Collins Street and attractions such as The National Gallery of Victoria, Queen Victoria Market, and Federation Square are just a short walk away.
QT Melbourne is approximately a 30-minute drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL). The nearest tram stop is Swanston St/Bourke St #6 (trams 86, 96).
QT Melbourne has one restaurant and a few bars. Pascale Bar & Grill, a European style bistro with an open dining room and kitchen, is where breakfast is served while Rooftop at QT and Bar 133 are the hotel’s rooftop and cocktail bar respectively.
Address:
133 Russell Street, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
Crown Metropol Melbourne – Connected to Crown Entertainment Complex
Crown Metropol Melbourne is a hotel that is part of an integrated resort with a casino, entertainment facilities, numerous restaurants, and retail outlets.
The hotel is located on Whiteman Street, Southbank, next to the Crown Entertainment Complex, and opposite the convention centre. Its Southbank location makes it close to the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Aquarium, and Eureka Tower which are within walking distance of the hotel.
The property is approximately a 30-minute drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL). The nearest tram stop is City Rd/Clarendon St (Tram no. 12).
Crown Metropol Melbourne has 658 rooms spread over the 28 floors of the Crown Tower, including the loft and apartments. Each spacious room has stylish modern decor and spectacular views.
Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options at the Crown Tower, which features 24 restaurants and bars, including cuisines such as Japanese, French, Cantonese, Italian, and more. The hotel has two swimming pools, a relaxation lounge on the interior terrace, and a gym with a wide range of machines and weights.
Address:
Whiteman Street, Southbank, 3006 Melbourne, Australia
W Melbourne – Trendy New Luxury Hotel
W Melbourne opened in February 2021 and the hotel’s design draws inspiration from the street design of Australia’s cultural capital. Located on Flinders Lane, Immigration Museum, Rialto Towers and St. Paul’s Cathedral are within walking distance of the hotel.
The hotel is approximately a 25-minute drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL). The closest tram stop to the hotel is Market St/Flinders Lane (Tram No.58).
W Melbourne features 294 rooms with city views. Guests can also choose from 29 suites, four WOW Suites, and the ultra-luxurious Extreme WOW penthouse suite on level 15.
There are five restaurants and bars on site. LOLLO serves modern Australian cuisine using high-quality local, seasonal ingredients. CULPRIT is a deli while WARABI is a Japanese restaurant that presents an evolving nine-course menu that explores Kappo’s culinary philosophy in an Omakase setting. CURIOUS is a bar with an impressive cocktail list and WET® features a poolside bar with panoramic views of the Melbourne skyline
Address:
408 Flinders Lane, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
Park Hyatt Melbourne – Luxury Hotel with Tennis Court
Surrounded by Fitzroy Gardens to the east, St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the north, and the Parliament House to the west, Park Hyatt Melbourne offers exclusive luxury accommodation in the heart of the city. In addition to attractions immediately adjacent to the hotel, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Royal Exhibition Building, the Melbourne Museum, and some of the best boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and theatres are also within walking distance of the hotel.
The hotel is approximately a 35-minute drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL). The nearest tram stop to the hotel is Albert Street – Stop 11 (Tram No. 11, 12, 109).
Park Hyatt Melbourne features 245 rooms and suites with city views. The hotel offers some of the largest rooms in the city with lead-in category rooms starting from 48sqm (517 sqft).
There are two restaurants and bars on site. Tea Lounge & Garden has an all-day dining menu as well as traditional High Tea in the afternoon. Radii Restaurant & Bar is an art deco inspired restaurant which also serves as the hotel’s breakfast venue.
Facilities wise, the hotel has a 25 metre indoor swimming pool and an outdoor tennis court on the 9th floor.
Address:
1 Parliament Square, off Parliament Place, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3002
Location Map of Melbourne’s Luxury Hotels
We have created a map that pinpoints the location of our top luxury hotel picks on Melbourne’s transport network for your easy reference:
From the top left corner of the maps above, anticlockwise (excluding our top picks):
- Stamford Plaza Melbourne
- InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto
- Crown Towers Melbourne
- Lancemore Mansion Hotel
- The Langham, Melbourne
- Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Do let us know if we have missed out on any luxury hotels in Melbourne. We would love to hear from you too if you have stayed at any of the luxury hotels listed and would like to share your thoughts!
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