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Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Property class: 3.5

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A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, glass railings, and hanging plants. - Great Southern Hotel Melbourne (Melbourne)
A historic building with classical architecture, featuring multiple stories and a prominent entrance. - Great Southern Hotel Melbourne (Melbourne)
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round table, and a view of a building through a large window. - Great Southern Hotel Melbourne (Melbourne)
Located close to SEA LIFE Melbourne and Crown Casino, Great Southern Hotel Melbourne provides laundry facilities and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a mirror.

Standard Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(153 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table.

Mini Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

Superior King room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(122 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Queen Room with No Housekeeping

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a mirror.

Standard Queen Room with No Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(101 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

Superior King Room with No Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(70 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV.

Family Room (No Housekeeping)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a door with a glass panel.

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room with No Housekeeping

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a door with a glass panel.

Superior Twin Room with No Housekeeping

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Mini Double Room (No housekeeping)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table.

Mini Double Room (No housekeeping)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

West Executive Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for West Executive Room (No HouseKeeping)

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

West Executive Room (No HouseKeeping)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

HOUSE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 8

HOUSE SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 8

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is in Melbourne Central Business District, a walkable area in Melbourne with great shopping. Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit SEA LIFE Melbourne. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Marvel Stadium or Rod Laver Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: Flagstaff Station is 15 minutes by foot. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000

What's nearby

  • The Melbourne Aquarium building with a blue and white facade, large windows, and sail-like structures.
    SEA LIFE Melbourne
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A building with a large illuminated sign reading 'CROWN.'
    Crown Casino
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A modern waterfront building with a glass facade and a large, flat roof.
    Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A marina with several boats docked in front of the Marvel Stadium.
    Marvel Stadium
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A circular metal framework with a brick building at its base.
    Melbourne Central
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station
    5 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station
    15 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Quarterhouse
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • Only Coffee Project
    3 min walk
  • Red Rooster
    3 min walk
  • Hardware Société
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 30
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 35

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 20 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 30 per night
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 30 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 35 (subject to availability).

Where is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne located?

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SEA LIFE Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Crown Casino. Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central are also within 1 mi (2 km). Southern Cross Station is only a 5-minute walk and Flagstaff Station is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1047 out of 2498 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 875 out of 2498 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 367 out of 2498 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 2498 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 2498 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic place to stay. Accommodation was exceptional, staff were amazing, and went above and beyond to make certain we were checked in early at no extra cost, and that our stay was impeccably brilliant. Will definitely stay again 💕
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy and the staff was lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, well priced, super handy location. Great price. Staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location but the property is looking a bit tired and overdue for a refit. Friendly staff and easy check-in and check-out.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located near Southern Cross Station. The property was very neat and comfortable. No outside noise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean, Breakfast was excellent, and Staff were polite and friendly. Our receptionist was very helpful and caring regarding our age and needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very quiet given close proximity to city streets
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value CBD accommodation situated close to Southern Cross railway station and trams. Very helpful staff. Very good breakfast available. Hotel is working towards updating facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and amenities are reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, easy check in. Few dodgy looking people around but i had no issues. Beds weren't that comfortable but otherwise, all was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit old and dated, the shower was very hard to adjust . My room was very clean ,the hotel is very convenient to South Bank, transport , the central city, shops and restaurants . Highly recommended if you don’t want expensive and fancy accommodation. I will stay here again .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,great area with sky bus and lots of hotels and places to eat nearby
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, nice restaurant, room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say? The staff are very helpful. The room was very clean. Heating in the room was excellent. Upgrade was even better. The room was tidy. Clean. Very quiet and dark. Just what I needed. Highly recommend for anyone to stay here specially the weary traveller.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great stay for a great price. The location is also amazing being a short walk to southern cross station.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for conference. Room neat and tidy. Bed was comfortable, a necessity after a big day at conference. Location convenient for walking the the Melbourne Convention Centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of checking and out next to restaurant walk to where wanted to go comfy bed and a quiet room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, reasonable shower, cheap breakfast, good location, cheap laundry room
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay! Fabulous location. We had an upper level which was nice and quiet. The king room was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great room and great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable service, and nearer to transportation and shops. But The mattress was comfy, yet the comforter wasn't clean enough, and the air conditioning wasn't functioning properly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. I had asked for two single beds but when I got to my room the single beds were still in a king bed formation, However, a quick call to reception and housekeeping fixed the issue within 10 mins. Very central and close to public transport. Basic but neat and tidy. Beds were comfortable. I didn’t access parking as I travelled on public transport to get there. I would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good And comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely awesome location for public transport, clean, great price and comfortable for everything we wanted to enjoy our weekend in Melbourne
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,good located easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026