Our picks for where to stay in Australia’s most liveable city.
Melbourne is a splendid place to live and a beautiful city to visit.
With its grand architecture, magnificent landscaped gardens, world-class museums, art galleries, unique cafes, classy restaurants, vibrant street art and vivid nightlife scene, as well as an extensive range of tourist attractions, it’s no surprise that Melbourne is booming and remains the country’s top destination.
In fact, Melbourne prides itself on being everything to everyone. There’s lot to see, do and eat, so spending at least one night is recommended.
Packed with plenty of great places to stay, you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to choosing your accommodation. From budget friendly beds to cheap chains and luxurious hotels.
I’ve sifted through countless properties to bring you a list of the best hotels to stay in Melbourne.
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BEST HOTELS IN MELBOURNE
You can be sure that all the listed hotels are located within Melbourne city centre (CBD) with close proximity to the FREE City Circle Tram, public transport system, major attractions and restaurants.
This makes your visit to Melbourne fun and hassle-free. Wandering around the city in the early morning and late at night without worrying about getting back to your hotel. So let’s take a closer look…
Best Budget Hotels in Melbourne
United Backpackers Melbourne
Enjoy free pancake breakfast (with maple syrup) in the morning, join the FREE walking tour and explore the city from this perfectly central location in the afternoon; at night, chill out at the Lost & Found basement bar.
Friendly social atmosphere, great location, comfortable beds with free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel, tour desk and free events program, this is a perfect base for exploring Melbourne.
What to love: Great value, Best location
Address: 250 Flinders St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Flinders Street Station
Price starts from: $20
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Space Hotel
Each bed will be equipped with individually adjusted reading lights, power points and lockable locker. Private rooms with clean ensuite bathroom are also available, giving you utmost privacy while still sticking to a budget.
There’s free movie room, rooftop space, gym room, kitchen, laundry, BBQ space, travel desk as well as Blue Moon Bar for party lovers. The rooftop terrace is unmissable.
Enjoy the spectacular city view, soak up the sunlight or simply relax in the swim spa. Staying in cheap basic accommodation doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice experience!
What to love: Rooftop Jacuzzi, Great views
Address: 380 Russell St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: State Library Victoria
Price starts from: $20
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Melbourne Central YHA
Because of its great location, you can easily explore Melbourne city on foot. Just a short walk to Melbourne’s main attractions such as Docklands, Yarra River, Melbourne Aquarium, Federation Square, Eureka Skydeck 88 and more!
If you get tired from all the walking, jump on a tram for free, and will bring you to the main tourist attractions in Melbourne, including the Princess Theater, Parliament House, and Federation Square. Even better, the FREE City Circle Tram stops right in front of the hostel!
They offer 24-hour reception, travel desk, free internet, kitchen,laundry, game room, cozy lounge, heating in winter, air-con in summer and almost everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay.
What to love: Great value
Address: 562 Flinders St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Melbourne Aquarium
Price starts from: $20
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Best Mid-Range Hotels in Sydney
Looking for a place to stay that’s close to everything? Look no further. Located in the heart of CBD, Ibis Melbourne Central is a budget-friendly hotel that’s close to all the action. 3-minute walk to Hardware Lane where you’ll discover hidden gems of the Melbourne food scene.
After all the walking, coming back to a modern room with a comfy bed, hot shower and free high-speed Wi-Fi are nothing short of a blessing. There’s also a cafe, restaurant and bar, on-site.
What to love: Great value
Address: 399 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Melbourne Aquarium
Price starts from: $55
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Pegasus Apartment Hotel
The 4-star hotel rooms are spacious and include well-equipped kitchenette.
Whether you’re a business or leisure traveler, Pegasus has different accommodation options to suit all needs and budgets: a studio for two, a family studio, executive apartment, 1 bedroom apartment and 2-Bedroom Family Apartment with themed children’s bedroom.
The bonus here is the facilities: the hotel has an indoor swimming pool, spa, fitness center, restaurant, bar, car park, event lounge and self-serve laundry. And its rates are surprisingly affordable.
What to love: Great value
Address: 206 A’Beckett Street, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Queen Victoria Market
Price starts from: $60
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Ovolo Laneways
From the smart concierge-style reception, walk through a dimly lit hallway with brightly painted doors and arrive at one of the hotel’s 43 trendy guest rooms.
Apart from all the basic room amenities, The Ovolo takes it one step further, offering loads of awesome freebies – loot bags on arrival, free self-serve lolly bar in the lobby, free minibar (restock every day with beer, wine, soft drink and water). You’ll absolutely love your stay here.
What to love: Ambience, freebies
Address: 19 Little Bourke St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Princess Theatre
Price starts from: $115
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Treasury On Collins
Perfectly situated in the city’s historic heart, Treasury On Collins is a rare find! The spacious rooms feature well-appointed kitchenette and laundry facilities, free Wi-Fi and free Netflix access. This is a great base for exploring and welcome respite at the end of the day.
What to love: Great value, large rooms
Address: 394 Collins St (enter via Queen St), Melbourne
Closest landmark: Melbourne Aquarium
Price starts from: $140
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Best Luxury Hotels in Melbourne
The Hotel Windsor
Stay at one of the 180 traditional rooms, tastefully decorated with antique mirrors, desk, lights and other accessories, it’s definitely a one-of-kind experience.
Plus, the free trams, landmark attractions are all within a comfortable walking distance.
And don’t forget to pamper yourself at the famous Afternoon Tea, one of the best spots for high tea in Melbourne, located inside the building.
What to love: Great value
Address: 111 Spring Street, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Queen Victoria Market
Price starts from: $100
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
QT Melbourne
Right in the thick of the shopping, bars and restaurants of CBD sits Melbourne’s trendiest boutique hotel, QT Melbourne.
This elegant five-star boutique hotel boasts 188 contemporary rooms decorated with industrial style touches. Not to mention, this luxury hotel is home to one of the best rooftop bars in the city. When the sunset, head to the amazing rooftop bar, Rooftop at QT. Nothing says relaxing like enjoying a pint while overlooking breathtaking skyline from atop.
What to love: Fantastic rooftop bar, view and vibe
Address: 133 Russell St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Melbourne Aquarium
Price starts from: $140
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
The Langham, Melbourne
Situated on the scenic Southbank Promenade, The Langham offers luxury amenities, with magnificent views overlooking the Yara River and Melbourne skyline at an extremely competitive price.
All rooms are kitted out with marble bathrooms, sumptuous carpets, and sophisticated decor. With modern facilities, spectacular views, impeccable hospitality and serene ambience, you probably won’t want to leave your room, albeit top attractions and sights are all within walking distance.
There’s an indoor swimming pool, spa, gym and numerous dining options along the beautiful riverbank.
What to love: Superb location, luxurious amenities
Address: 133 Russell St, Melbourne
Closest landmark: Melbourne Aquarium
Price starts from: $150
Check prices & availability: Agoda, Hostelcombined
Conclusion
World-famous cities like Melbourne is definitely a wonderful place to visit. As such, it comes as no surprise that Melbourne boasts a huge selection of accommodation options for travellers on any budget.
However, finding hotels that bring you the best value for your time and money can be a daunting task.
I hope this list helped you find the best hotel in Melbourne for your upcoming vacation.
What do you think?
What’s your favorite place to stay in Melbourne?
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