Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 6-minute walk to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Courtyard view
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb

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44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, SEA LIFE Melbourne
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(137 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Mini Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior King room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(111 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Queen Room with No Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King Room with No Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Room (No Housekeeping)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Superior Twin Room with No Housekeeping

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Mini Double Room (No housekeeping)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

West Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne puts you in the heart of Melbourne, within just a 10-minute stroll of SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Added amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Melbourne Central Business District hotel include Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium.

What's nearby

  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Schmucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Mercato Centrale - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Hotel with a restaurant, 6-minute walk to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Melbourne hotel.

  • 285 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne offers 285 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 150 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 21 for adults and from AUD 21 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)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site 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
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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

As of 7 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne on 11 Feb 2026 start from AU$94.5, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Yep, Great Southern Hotel Melbourne has a self car park for AUD 30 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

The closest beach to Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is St Kilda Beach (5.8 km).

Does Great Southern Hotel Melbourne serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers adore the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

No, Great Southern Hotel Melbourne does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

No, pets are not allowed.

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 997 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 885 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 361 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 2448 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 88 out of 2448 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher, Greensborough

Liked: Cleanliness
Cheap and cheerful. Great location if traveling in from regional Victoria overnight. Romm was clean and bed comfortable. Very close to Southern Cross Station
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Damien

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good staff. God/Standard rooms BUT with USP power points! Bathroom shower was in a bath - if actual shower my rating would be higher. Appreciate 3 x RECYCLING BINS in common area - more of this in hospitality please
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were friendly and courteous, and the beds were comfortable. The bathroom, unfortunately, is showing signs of age with a number of patch repairs to the wall and messy silicon application to gaps in the shower. This didn't affect our stay, but did detract from the overall presentation of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Bec

Travelled with family
Would have preferred king bed not to be two beds joined together to make a king. Continental breakfast was great value for 10.00 per person and great to be able to store luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, staff were welcoming and friendly. Easy to find the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kate

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
More of a hostel then 4 star rated hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

ANNE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was all we needed. Breakfast system a bit antiquated but food was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Danny

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty, smelled bad. I paid extra for a serviced room. Staff showed up at 6pm asking if I wanted a towel. The hotel rating was deceptive. Was more like a backpacker hostel than a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Was ok they should about deposit on the app when booking And I should say that it takes a week to get the money back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
It was fine, it's just very outdated, rooms are small and tired. They were clean which is important of course.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Janelle

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We walked into our room and noticed a strong smell. The staff were polite, though not particularly warm. The beds were fine if you’re only staying for one night. On day two, we discovered a leak and reported it. We were then asked to move rooms, which was okay, however we were contacted about five hours later and asked to return to the room immediately. The new room was smaller and no compensation was initially offered. After asking if complimentary breakfast was possible, we were first offered a late checkout, which didn’t suit us due to an early flight. In the end, breakfast was provided. Overall, it was manageable for a short stay, but I wouldn’t recommend it for more than one night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great central location with friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast wasn't free exactly, as I paid separately for it. However, in this era, $10 pp for continental and $18 for a cooked breakfast serving is very well priced. The room was clean, cool upon arrival and very well stocked with amenities. The only improvement would be the pressure of the shower in the bathroom. Overall, as returning customers, a very enjoyable night's stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff & accessability
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Clancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Basic but clean and had everything we needed. Staff were friendly. Parking was very tight. Have a small car and was still quite difficult to manoeuvre around.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Elise

Travelled with partner
The room had a very musty smell there was mould on the roof The staff were very polite but I didn’t report the mould
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room good food friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accom and fare price
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. And clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay at the Great Southern because it's convenient for me with public transport close by
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent. Eveythng we wanted to do was accessible. Being able to store our luggage onsite prior to check-in on our first day /after checkout on our last day (until our train left) was a huge bonus. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025