Renowned for its famous tourist attractions like the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Crown Melbourne, Royal Botanic Gardens, and National Gallery of Victoria as well as high-end shopping malls, pleasant tropical climate, and multicultural society, Melbourne is an incredible city in Australia and attracts countless tourists every year who come here to admire the various enchanting tourist hotspots or for business reasons. There are plenty of things to do alone or with your family in Melbourne. The city houses plenty of boutique hotels welcoming its visitors with open arms and ensuring their comfortable stay. Boutique hotels in this amazing city boast impressive interiors ensuring luxurious and convenient accommodations and offering a unique, out-of-country experience. Read on to discover the top boutique hotels in Melbourne, Australia.
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1. The Como Melbourne - MGallery (from USD 160)
This boutique accommodation in Melbourne features spacious and luxuriously designed rooms with a lot of natural light. For complete relaxation, guests are encouraged to take a relaxing dip at the heated swimming pool on the rooftop and sweat out their stresses in the sauna. At night, indulge in some barbecue while enjoying the view from the rooftop sun deck. If working out is your idea of a fun afternoon, hit the gym which also has a lot of natural light to invigorate you as you go through your workout routine.
Get your breakfast from The Brasserie, which serves vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options for breakfast, or visit nearby restaurants such as Honey Cafe.
The Como Melbourne This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 630 Chapel Street
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
2. Art Series - The Olsen (from USD 134)
This 5-star hotel in Melbourne, Australia, features paintings by John Olsen, decor inspired by the artwork, and stunning views of South Yarra and Toorak from each suite. Guests also have access to a glass-bottom swimming pool for a relaxing time by the water or a quick dive for relief from the sun. Guests can opt to bask in the sun from the sun terrace as well.
Even the on-site restaurant offers a unique experience! Furnished with new and recycled statement pieces, the restaurant is pleasing to the eye, and the regional produce and seasonal menus serve to satisfy the stomach.
Art Series - The Olsen
Address: 637 - 641 Chapel Street, South Yarra
1.6 km (1.0 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
3. Ovolo Laneways (from USD 166)
Enjoy a comfortable stay by booking one of the elegant rooms in Ovolo Laneways. Located in Melbourne’s Central Business District, the hotel offers suites that are full of bold, beautiful colored art reminiscent of the unique style of Australia’s creative capital. While some of the apartments are small others are huge penthouses replete with amenities like a hot tub on a private rooftop patio, hi-tech Apple TV, free internet access, air conditioning, free minibar, and black-out curtains. Some rooms also come with a full-size kitchen and living room, ensuring a cozy stay. Since the establishment is in the heart of the city’s prime area, commuting to and fro is not a concern at all.
Ovolo Laneways
Address: 19 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
2.25 km (1.4 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
4. Lindrum Melbourne MGallery (from USD 184)
Located in the middle of downtown, this hotel in Melbourne, Australia, is close to a metro station, thus getting around is very easy. The classic Edwardian building served as a billiards hall and dive saloon from the bygone years and has been thoroughly restored to suit the modern taste for all those travelers who like to put their feet up and have an easy holiday. There is a restaurant on site which offers sumptuous food for a good value and the staff is friendly, too! The hotel features a billiards room and a cigar bar with an open fireplace. The rooms are fitted with modern amenities like wide pie-plate shower heads, large comfy beds with fluffy pillows and old-world polished hardwood floors with tall arched windows and ceilings.
Lindrum Melbourne MGallery
Address: 26 Flinders Street, Melbourne
1.62 km (1.1 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
5. Lyall Hotel and Spa (from USD 173)
Considered one of the best boutique hotels in Melbourne, this property is located in the fashionable and cosmopolitan South Yarra area, and minutes away from a metro station. Lyall Hotel and Spa promises a uniquely comfortable experience to its guests and features elegantly designed and brightly colored decor with an Oriental touch in its furnishings. The rooms are attractively designed, complete with kitchens, walk-in closets, a flat-screen TV and a minibar service. The 24-hour room service will cater to your every need. A bunch of dining and shopping options surround this hotel, making it a luxurious yet convenient place to stay. The spa with its array of relaxing massages and treatments is another main draw for travelers looking for a relaxed and rejuvenating stay.
Lyall Hotel and Spa
Address: 14 Murphy Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Australia
1.25 km (0.8 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
6. The Prince (from USD 120)
Another notable new hotel in Melbourne, The Prince offers good dining and room facilities that are modern and chic. This boutique hotel with parking is luxurious and classy, and offers 39 beautifully decorated spacious rooms, each furnished in crisp dark wood and painted a shade of white with fine detailing that just seems perfect.
The rooms are bright and airy with several superb amenities at your disposal. The in-house restaurant, Prince Dining Room, serves savory dining options. Other amenities provided here include a 24-hour front desk, a wellness center, central air conditioning, free WiFi, wake-up services, and a lot more. It also has an amazing view of the city center and is very conveniently located near the metro station.
The Prince
Address: 2 Acland Street,St Kilda, Melbourne
3.59 km (2.3 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
7. Tyrian Apartments (from USD 133)
Another gem in the city of Victoria, Tyrian Apartments is a snug and luxurious accommodation complete with a classy interior and fully modern facilities. The serviced apartments come with large comfy beds, bathrooms with modern rainforest showers, coffee-making facilities and a front desk staff that is on 24-hour duty to take care of your needs. Other amenities include a laundry service, an in-house café, a spa, and a hair salon. Centrally located with a good view of the city center, these are just a few of the reasons why guests choose to stay here for a prolonged time.
Tyrian Serviced Apartments Fitzroy
Address: 91 Johnston Street,Fitzroy, Melbourne
3.58 km (2.3 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
8. Art Series - The Cullen (from USD 118)
Room service from the restaurant downstairs was amazing, close to various dining options.
Reasonable pricing, especially during peak seasons like spring carnival.
Centrally located with easy access to SE suburbs, CBD, trams, trains, and Prahran Markets.
Convenient facilities, kitchenette, well-equipped rooms, and a compact yet well-kept gym.
This glamorous, 5-star luxury boutique hotel in Melbourne welcomes you with its elegance and style and is ideal for a leisure stay. Furnished with eclectic décor, the luxurious state-of-the-art rooms feature free WiFi, a minibar, flat-screen TV which help you stay entertained as well as the added bonus of 24-hour room service. Its vicinity to the nearest metro station and trendy restaurants, shops, and cafes will ease your travel inconveniences.
The hotel also offers a bunch of good dining options which serve authentic Mediterranean and Chinese dishes. There is an on-site gym for health freaks, too. The hotel features on the list owing to its modernity - right from techy gadgets and creative artwork to bright-colored accents and exquisite artwork in the room.
The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 164 Commarcial Road, Prahran
2.1 km (1.4 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
9. QT Melbourne (from USD 173)
Great breakfast. Rooftop bar with fantastic views and well-crafted cocktails.
Incredible value for money. Valet parking a bit expensive.
Perfect location in the heart of Melbourne CBD. Close to restaurants, coffee shops, and retail spaces.
Quirky and well-appointed rooms. Kevin Murphy products in the bathroom.
Located in the center of Melbourne, QT Melbourne is a boutique property that is perfect for those who want to stay close to all the attractions, shopping establishments and trendy restaurants of the city. Regent Theater and Collins Street are at a walking distance from this hotel. Featuring stylish decorated rooms that have marble or tile flooring, modern furnishings, trendy bathrooms and gorgeous city views, this boutique property will appeal to every kind of traveler. From the terrace, take in lovely views of the city or enjoy dinner and drinks at the on-site restaurant and bar.
QT Melbourne This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
Address: 133 Russell Street
2.16 km (1.4 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
10. Treasury on Collins Apartment Hotel (from USD 204)
Delicious and varied buffet breakfast, with complimentary evening wine and snacks
Reasonable pricing with extra perks like complimentary wine and snacks
Centrally located near main shopping areas, restaurants, and attractions like Flinders Street Station and the Yarra River Bank
Spacious, well-equipped rooms with thoughtful extras like kitchen utensils and a snack station
Housed in an iconic 19th-century building, Treasury on Collins Apartment Hotel is a wonderful boutique hotel in Melbourne. The historic hotel offers self-contained heritage rooms and suites that are delightfully modern and comfortable. Enjoy free WiFi, Netflix, and plenty of other amenities in the accommodations at this hotel. Marvel Stadium and several trendy restaurants and bars of the city are just a five-minute walk away. Various city transportation options like trains, trams and buses are also easily accessible from here.
Treasury on Collins
Address: 394 Collins Street
2.23 km (1.4 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
11. Alto Hotel On Bourke (from USD 103)
Delicious and reasonably priced breakfast, with complimentary hot drinks and fruit available throughout the day.
Affordable rates for a CBD hotel, with complimentary amenities like tea, coffee, and lollies.
Prime location within walking distance of Central Station and tram stops, offering easy access to Melbourne's attractions.
Convenient location near Southern Cross station, with comfortable beds, free coffee, and a cozy lounge area.
Stay in an eco-friendly hotel that has won many awards during your trip to Melbourne. Though furnished in a simple manner, the rooms exude elegance and provide a range of in-room amenities like an iPod dock, an LED flat-screen TV, cable channels, and more. Spend some time in the vibrant and chic lounge of the hotel that has plenty of books and massage chairs. Access to a well-equipped fitness center just three minutes’ walk away is also included in your stay. And a mere 10-minute walk will take you to Melbourne Aquarium.
Alto Hotel On Bourke
Address: 636 Bourke Street
2.71 km (1.7 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
12. Zagame's House (from USD 182)
Elegant, contemporary and very chic, Zagame’s House offers quality accommodation in Melbourne. The suites and rooms at this boutique hotel ooze contemporary charm in its modern furnishings, fixtures and decor accents. Most rooms offer a city or inner courtyard view. Guests can enjoy vegetarian or a la carte breakfast each day, work out at the well-equipped fitness center or unwind at the lovely on-site bar. Melbourne Museum and State Library of Victoria are located close to this boutique hotel.
Zagame's House
Address: 66 Lygon Street
3.04 km (1.9 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
13. Coppersmith Hotel (from USD 139)
Excellent meals, beautiful ambience, and friendly staff. Some minor issues with breakfast availability.
Reasonable pricing for modern, clean rooms in a great location.
Convenient location with easy access to CBD and public transport. Quiet area with nearby attractions and dining options.
Stylish boutique hotel with a fantastic bar and bistro. Easy access to public transport.
Stay within driving distance of Melbourne’s CBD by checking into Coppersmith Hotel. Comfortable and elegantly styled in a black and white theme, the rooms offer many luxury amenities like Appelles Black Label toiletries, a Nespresso coffee machine, free WiFi, and more. You can even customize your in-room mini-bar at the time of booking the room. The on-site restaurant and bar offers gourmet dining options. Albert Park is just a six-minute drive away and Melbourne CBD is a 15-minute drive away from this boutique hotel.
Coppersmith Hotel
Address: 435 Clarendon St, South Melbourne
1.72 km (1.1 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
14. Adelphi Hotel (from USD 188)
If you’re looking for cool boutique hotels in Melbourne, then this listing might interest you. Located the heart of the lively Flinders Lane shopping and dining district, Adelphi Hotel has a charming blend of modern and colonial elements, and the interior is newly furnished and modern. Rooms and public areas boast of bold art deco interior designs and fully modern facilities, like a flat-screen TV, mini-bar services, free in-room snacks, iPod docking station, mini-fridge, a work desk, and a coffee machine. The in-house restaurant serves tantalizing à la carte dishes and lip-smacking desserts. Guests can avail of room service. The amazingly conceptualized boutique hotel is just 10 minutes’ from the nearby metro station.
Adelphi Hotel
Address: 187 Flinders Lane
1.88 km (1.2 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
15. Royce Hotel (from USD 203)
Located near the Melbourne Grammar School and the Royal Botanic Gardens, this five-star hotel offers you all modern amenities, such as hi-tech TV, free access to the web via WiFi, air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk, ensuring your cozy stay. The on-site lounge and cocktail bar and restaurant serve scrumptious Australian delicacies and creative cocktails. You can choose to stay in one of the stylish rooms or suites each of which offers spectacular views of Melbourne’s city skyline or a tree-lined St Kilda Road. Major places of interest like Melbourne’s theater district, Federation Square, Melbourne Cricket Ground, and the fashionable Chapel Street, are all within a short tram ride.
The Royce
Address: 379 St Kilda Rd
693 meters (0.5 ft) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
16. Art Series - The Blackman (from USD 109)
Another Art hotel in Melbourne, this property is well-liked by guests for its luxurious amenities. This exclusive boutique hotel boasts of tastefully furnished and modern rooms in an art fusion style. The rooms at the hotel feature a flat-screen LCD TV, a private balcony, an iPod docking station, a small fridge, and a microwave. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, swimming pool, spa and a fully functional gym which caters to the health and wellness needs of its residents. Two on-site restaurants offer classic French food and delicious Italian cuisine in a stylish setting. Guests at the property can also avail the car and bike hire facilities and visit the nearby Melbourne city center, Botanic Gardens, and other popular bars and restaurants.
Porter Club The Kinson
Address: St. Kilda, 452, Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3004
1.04 km (0.7 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
17. The Sebel Melbourne Flinders Lane (from USD 160)
A fantastic hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and friendly atmosphere, The Sebel Melbourne Flinders Lane offers beautiful suites adorned with impressive original art. Whether you are a tourist or a businessman, this boutique hotel will offer you all the necessary advanced amenities and accessories ensuring your convenience. The suites are spacious and exceptionally clean and feature a living area and small kitchen space with a dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator. There is also a fitness center and a sauna. There are plenty of bars, cafes, and restaurants within walking distance.
The Sebel Melbourne Flinders Lane
Address: 321 Flinders Lane
2.04 km (1.3 mi) from Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Melbourne Gardens
Opulent and elegant boutique hotels in Melbourne
Each of the hotels listed above is an outstanding and warm place to count on, no matter how long you plan to tour Melbourne. Be quick and take the plunge. Book your accommodations to ensure that your stay in this city becomes the most memorable. Melbourne is an enchanting and incredible place to visit and offers a range of activities - from romantic things to do to family-friendly attractions.
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