Melbourne

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Southbank featuring a river or creek, a high rise building and a bridge
Brighton Beach featuring a city, a sunset and a beach
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Melbourne showing a city, a sunset and landscape views
State Library of Victoria featuring an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and interior views

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Where to stay in Melbourne

Melbourne CBD showing outdoor eating

Melbourne Central Business District

4.5/5(1,080 area reviews)

Discover a blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture, vibrant street art, and literary culture in this bustling city center. Explore famed alleyways, visit the State Library, and enjoy easy access to public transport hubs.

Melbourne Central Business District
Southbank featuring a bridge, a sunset and a river or creek

Southbank

High-rise development dominates this inner-city suburb, featuring the Southbank Promenade and Southgate Restaurant and Shopping Precinct. Enjoy the art and craft market on Sundays, and explore the area via tram lines or the Capital City Bicycle Trail.

Southbank
Docklands featuring a bay or harbor, night scenes and a skyscraper

Docklands

Striking contemporary architecture meets heritage buildings in this area, where visitors can shop at The District Docklands, ride the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, and explore public art. Diverse dining options, sports courts, and various transport options make it a convenient choice.

Docklands
Sorrento featuring watersports and a beach

Sorrento

Coastal town Sorrento offers charter fishing boats from its pier, a summer ferry service to Queenscliff, and the historic Sorrento Park with a playground and BBQ facilities. Explore limestone buildings like the heritage-listed Sorrento Post Office.

Sorrento
Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula near Rye is a beautiful place to relax and watch the sunset. Try to visit during low tide #SMDdoesOZ #MorningtonPeninsula #Australia

Rye

Beaches, spas, and hot springs highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rye. Make a stop by Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Rye
St Kilda featuring a beach, a city and general coastal views

St Kilda

Inner seaside suburb featuring attractions like Luna Park, St Kilda Pier, the Palais Theatre, and the Esplanade Hotel, perfect for a fun-filled Melbourne visit.

St Kilda
Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
589-599 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is AED 391 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 391
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,243 reviews)
"The convenience of having everything within walking distance. I didn’t like that some days the cleaners did not chance the bed sheets when I had requested it"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins, an IHG Hotel
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is AED 275 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 275
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,101 reviews)
"Location, quiet, cost"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
3.5 out of 5
44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is AED 190 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
AED 190
AED 209 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,913 reviews)
"Clean, tidy and affordable little room, friendly staff, central location, perfect for my one night stay in the Melbourne CBD"

Reviewed on 21 February 2025

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites
Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites
4.5 out of 5
480 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,111 reviews)
"Nice area. And staff very friendly"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites
Meriton Suites Melbourne
Meriton Suites Melbourne
5 out of 5
140 King St, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
"The excellent Meriton standard is always appreciated when travelling."

Reviewed on 21 February 2025

Meriton Suites Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel
Pegasus Apart'Hotel
4 out of 5
206 A'Beckett Street, Melbourne, VIC
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7,698 reviews)
Helpful front desk
"Great checkin assistance with parking. Very nice stay overall. Unfortunately bed a bit soft and low irritating noise from outside as well as neighbouring room. Aircon fan was noisy."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Pegasus Apart'Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Melbourne

4.5
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Despite the closure of almost every attraction, we enjoyed long walks in the Docklands, along the Yarra River, in the many and beautiful parks, through the CBD and neighborhoods.

5/5 - Excellent

Randy

Some of the best Botanical Gardens and river walks in the country

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

There wasn't much to do if you didn't go to Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island. Food and price were good at Crown Casino's restaurants.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A lovely city. I definitely will visit again if I have a chance.

5/5 - Excellent

Jay

Vibrant city with lots to do and great variety of food.

3/5 - Okay

India

Melbourne reminds me of a smaller New York City, very busy, not very clean but has lots of walking and public transport.

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