Melbourne

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Southbank featuring a river or creek, a high rise building and a bridge
Southbank featuring a river or creek, a high rise building and a bridge
Brighton Beach featuring a city, a sunset and a beach
Flinders Lane
Melbourne showing a city, a sunset and landscape 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
This unique rock formation can be found at Number 16 Beach in the Mornington Peninsula, which is about an hour and a half drive from Melbourne. Be sure to visit at low tide for the best viewing. #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
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
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
Rosebud showing a sandy beach

Rosebud

Unique features of Rosebud include the golf courses and hot springs. Make a stop by Rosebud Beach or Peninsula Stand Up Paddle while you're exploring the area.

Rosebud
The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

5 out of 5
One Southgate Avenue Southbank VIC
The price is AED 704 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 704
AED 775 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,206 reviews)
The Melba breakfast buffet !!!! And it was centrally located

Reviewed on 29 January 2026

The Langham, Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street Melbourne VIC
The price is AED 311 per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
AED 311
AED 342 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,215 reviews)
Room was clean every day and staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Reviewed on 28 January 2026

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

4.5 out of 5
328 Flinders Street Melbourne VIC
The price is AED 438 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 438
AED 482 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
I love art deco, and this hotel provided not only the architecture but also the mood of an 1930s hotel. The room was nice and the amenities were all fine. And the location was also excellent. The Tram stop was literally outside an the main streets less than 100m away. Perfect.

Reviewed on 26 January 2026

Rendezvous 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.
Meriton Suites Melbourne

Meriton Suites Melbourne

5 out of 5
140 King St Melbourne VIC
Book a stay at this 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! (865 reviews)
So glad we stayed at the Meriton suites during our time in Melbourne for the Australian open. Great location to everywhere, lots of cafes and restaurants around with delicious coffee. The suite itself was spacious, clean, well appointed. However, what stands out the most is the amazing staffs, we ...

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

Meriton Suites Melbourne
Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Pegasus Apart'Hotel

4 out of 5
206 A'Beckett Street Melbourne VIC
Stay at this aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (8,280 reviews)
All staff were friendly and helpful. Great location and close to transport and supermarket and lots of convenience stores. Quiet and room had everything you need.

Reviewed on 26 January 2026

Pegasus Apart'Hotel
Liberty One

Liberty One

2.5 out of 5
9 Neilson Pl Footscray VIC
Stay at this aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Marvel Stadium and Melbourne ...
8/10 Very Good! (312 reviews)
Great service every expense was well explained and the policy regarding damages and having extra guests was very helpful. The room was excellent, well cleaned, tidy, more amenities then needed was a great stay, will be booking there again.

Reviewed on 19 January 2026

Liberty One
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

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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.