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4.6 out of 5

"Overall the room was clean and comfortable. I was a little disappointed that I couldn’t get a little oat or soy milk to the room for a cup of tea. " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 20 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Melbourne awaits you at Clarion Suites Gateway. You'll find SEA LIFE Melbourne a few steps away and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool, and a bar/lounge.

This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour business center and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-star Melbourne Central Business District hotel include Crown Casino and Melbourne Central.

Studio Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$181* Per night/room 28 Apr. - 29 Apr.

Studio Room - River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

One Bedroom Suite - River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

One Bedroom Queen Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Three Bedroom River View Suite

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Two Bedroom Suite

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Clarion Suites Gateway ratings based on 273 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.6 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Clarion Suites Gateway

Everyone (110) Couples (72) Family (56)
5 out of 5
Great staff

Posted by on 22 Apr. 2024

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23 Apr. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Kathryn,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed your stay with us during your recent trip to Melbourne and that our rooms and service meet your expectations. May we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on your next visit to our lovely City. Kind Regards Customer Service Team

5 out of 5

Posted by on 21 Apr. 2024

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23 Apr. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Aileen,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed your stay with us during your recent trip to Melbourne and that our rooms and service meet your expectations. May we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on your next visit to our lovely City. Kind Regards Customer Service Team

4 out of 5
Overall the room was clean and comfortable. I was a little disappointed that I couldn’t get a little oat or soy milk to the room for a cup of tea.

Posted by on 20 Apr. 2024

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21 Apr. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Jodie,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed your stay with us during your recent trip to Melbourne and that our rooms and service meet your expectations. After careful consideration and planning, we are thrilled to announce the reopening of our hotel restaurant, bringing back the joy of dining experiences within our establishment.We are open 7 days for Breakfast Lunch and Dinner (trading hours vary on Sundays and Public Holidays) Our team is pleased to be at your service for all Food and Beverage requirements.We hope we will have the pleasure of your company the next time you visit our lovely city.Kind Regards,Customer Service Team

5 out of 5
Lovely staff - clean and convenient

Posted by on 25 Mar. 2024

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26 Mar. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Liz,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, we strive to provide exceptional service and create memorable experiences for all our guests, and your feedback reaffirms that we are on the right track. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest, and we would be absolutely delighted to welcome you back for another unforgettable stay whenever your travels bring you back to Melbourne. Should you need any assistance or have any special requests for your next visit, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.We look forward to seeing you return in the future.Kind Regards Customer Service Team

5 out of 5
Staff were great, a bit noisy, parking was easy. Thanks

Posted by on 20 Mar. 2024

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21 Mar. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Jackie,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed your stay with us during your recent trip to Melbourne and that our rooms and service meet your expectations. Therefore, we apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment that you experienced during your recent stay with us, although, all our bedrooms are double glazed, we do recognize personal sensitivity to noise intrusion; therefore, we do recommend our internal suites, which are not exposed to Flinders St.May we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on your next visit to our lovely City. Kind Regards Customer Service Team

5 out of 5
Always accommodating and very clean. Great views and very convenient location, close to everything you could want.

Posted by on 13 Mar. 2024

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14 Mar. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Lisa,Thank you for choosing Clarion Suites Gateway for your vacation in Melbourne. It is pleasing to read that you enjoyed our location, our suite, as well as the fantastic views overlooking Southbank precincts, the Yarra River and Casino Gas Brigades of eight towers which are recognized as the largest fireball flames that shoot into the evening skyline, a spectacular experience.May we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on your next visit to our lovely City. Kind Regards Customer Service Team

5 out of 5
The staff at this hotel were EXCEPTIONAL!!! They greet you with the biggest smile and are incredibly helpful!! We had car issues which required the car to be towed, they helped us with late check out while we organised everything and could not have been more helpful or obliging!! Well done!!

Posted by on 28 Feb. 2024

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4 Mar. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Christine,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed your stay with us during your recent trip to Melbourne and that our rooms and service meet your expectations. The team at Clarion Suites Gateway is delighted to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay with us. We look forward to seeing you return in the future.Kind Regards Customer Service Team

4 out of 5
I didn’t like that there wasn’t an area for breakfast. Didn’t like that we didn’t have a nice view. Staff were great and it was good we could park in B1 with our car being taller. Didn’t like that we had to pay for it though

Posted by on 25 Feb. 2024

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25 Feb. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Brett,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is always lovely to receive positive feedback. We apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment that you experienced during your recent stay with us in relation to the room allocation.Our Yarra River & casino fireball views are very much in demand, generally it is a challenge to upgrade to this category room type, of course upon making the reservation one can request this facility, however, we do recommend to book this room type when making your reservation to avoid disappointment on arrival.We are pleased to announce that our restaurant's renovation is in its last stage and the reopening date is just weeks away, it will be followed by the room renovations during 2024 allowing us to serve you even better in the future. We hope to have the pleasure of your company when we have refurbished.Kind Regards,Customer Service Team

3 out of 5
For $500 a night, I’d expect the rooms to be nicer. They are tired looking- a little update is needed and the curtains replaced coz they were pretty dirty looking. Balcony in the room but closed off to access. The best thing is the location. Tram stops just outside (straight to the MCG!), short walk to Southbank, casino, train stations and City Centre.

Posted by on 19 Feb. 2024

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20 Feb. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear Elli,Thank you for choosing Clarion Suites Gateway, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed our location, our suite, and our service. I hope that you had an opportunity to visit Southbank’s & Southgate’s entertainment precinct, offering trendy cafés, international restaurants, nightlife, and Crown Casino Entertainment Complex, and enjoyed the free tram zone and city circle tram on the hotel street corner.We are pleased to announce that our restaurant's renovation is in its last stage and the reopening date is just weeks away, it will be followed by the room renovations during 2024 allowing us to serve you even better in the future. We hope to have the pleasure of your company when we have refurbished.Kind Regards,Customer Service Team

5 out of 5

Posted by on 14 Feb. 2024

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15 Feb. 2024 by Customer Service Team

Dear April,Thank you for taking the time to review our Hotel, it is pleasing to read that you enjoyed your stay with us during your recent trip to Melbourne and that our rooms and service meet your expectations. May we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on your next visit to our lovely City. Kind Regards Customer Service Team

About the Clarion Suites Gateway

Location 1 William Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An indoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Clarion Suites Gateway. Parking is available for a fee. This 4.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Southern Cross Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Metro station: Flagstaff Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Clarion Suites Gateway offers 122 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. 48-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Sitting area
  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

William's Bar & Cafe - Onsite restaurant.

Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: AUD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: AUD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Clarion Suites Gateway
  • Clarion Suites Gateway Hotel
  • Clarion Suites Gateway Hotel Melbourne
  • Clarion Suites Gateway Melbourne
  • Melbourne Clarion
  • Clarion Hotel Melbourne
  • Clarion Melbourne
  • Clarion Suites Gateway Hotel
  • Clarion Suites Gateway Melbourne
  • Clarion Suites Gateway Hotel Melbourne

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.