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Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Collins Street

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Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank sits in Melbourne's bustling center. Guests fuel up with continental breakfast at the Great Room Restaurant, get their heart rates up in the 24-hour fitness center, or find a moment of calm in the area featuring living plant walls.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Free Breakfast)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Free Breakfast) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Free Breakfast)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Free Breakfast) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Free Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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View from room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Free Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Free Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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City view

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View (Botanic, Free Brkfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (High Floor)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (High Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (High Floor)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (High Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (High Floor)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (High Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Southbank, a neighborhood in Melbourne, Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. The area's natural beauty can be seen at St Kilda Beach and Brighton Beach, while SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Zoo are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Rod Laver Arena or Melbourne Cricket Ground.
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Map
35-47 City Road, Southbank, VIC, 3006

What's nearby

  • Collins Street - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Crown Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station - 7 min walk
  • Melbourne Central Station - 19 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aria Bar & Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sopranos Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Protagonist - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Saporito Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪NGV International Members Lounge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

Upscale hotel near Collins Street
Located close to Crown Casino and Rod Laver Arena, Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Great Room Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Secured bicycle storage, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
  • A living plant wall, 4 meeting rooms, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, overall value, and helpful staff
Room features
All 345 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Great Room Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 4 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 22 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2019
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: AUD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG?

Self parking is available for AUD 35 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG located?

Located in Southbank, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Melbourne Skydeck, Collins Street, and Crown Casino. Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and SEA LIFE Melbourne are also within 15 minutes. Melbourne Central Station is 19 minutes by foot and Parliament Station is 21 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1019 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty good location near the river and really quiet good breakfast included
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well priced, location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with location 😊 staff very friendly and helpful Great price also to get breakfast included was great Definitely would book again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoë

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to the tram and shopping and great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit off the main dining area, but also meant you didn’t have to deal with the crowd noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located near the middle of Southbank and just across the river to Melbourne city and Flinders Street location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Amenities
Great location and immaculate rooms. Perfect for a short overnight stay. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay, will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good motel probably a 25 min walk to rod laver
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely breakfast to finish off our stay was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well situated for walking to the river and centre of Melbourne though is not obvious with the entrance down a drive-through between two roads and reception on the 7th floor. Included breakfast was a great bonus for us but we found the bed uncomfortably hot with its plastic section presumably to protect the mattress and the bottom flat sheet being so small it kept rucking up.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, clean modern room with great views, beautiful hotel, easy parking for a $1 add on to stay, can stream movies from phone, good continental breakfast, and all facilities really good. Great stay and convenient in the city
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to CBD, within walking distance. Many eateries to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location - close to arts precinct and to flinders street; clean and comfortable rooms; hearty breakfast included
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great helpful staff and wonderful breakfast with a view of the hot air balloons!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location to many landmarks and night spots. Great clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and great staff, breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Great location to city and Hamer Hall
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderft included breakfast, good price, will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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