Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a quick walk to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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Exterior
Courtyard
Lounge
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Crown Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Marvel Stadium
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room with No Housekeeping

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Mini Double Room (No housekeeping)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Room (No Housekeeping)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Queen Room with No Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(80 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior King Room with No Housekeeping

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(123 reviews)

Highlights

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

Mini Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior King room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(91 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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 smoke-free hotel offers 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

  • 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
  • Queen Victoria Market - 19 min walk - 1.6 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 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Palm Sugar Thai Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boost Juice - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Hotel with a restaurant, a quick 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.

This 3.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 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
  • No smoking on site
  • 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 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

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

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

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 100 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)
  • 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 25 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne on 30 Sept 2025 start from AU$92.00, 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. 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).

Is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is a hit with families.

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.

Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 931 out of 2269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 844 out of 2269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 324 out of 2269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 2269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 2269 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Amenities
Close to Station. Dining room available. If you need a room where you don’t have to access stairs, tell staff at time of booking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My bed was comfy, the room was quiet. I slept very well. Great shower. Hotel is close to everything. I really enjoyed the continental breakfast for $10 including pancakes, yogurt, fruit, cereal, toast and juice. Great staff too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for catching vline trains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, easy from Southern Cross station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jason

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower head barely dribbles, heated didn't work, tv didn't work. Only good thing, it was close to where we needed to go. No kitchenette, tap for drinking is in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

we were in room 503 and the room above us was very noisy. You could here the squeaking of the foot steps above us .dont like how the bathroom had no lock on the door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Damian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine. They could update heating/cooling. thin blankets. The inner rooms are cheap but there are cheaper in Melbourne for better. You're paying for convenience. My low score comes from the way I was treated in the booking process. I booked a night and then realised I needed to book the Friday as well. I tried the online chat and got a rude message in reply. It sounded computer generated and didn't seem to reply to the question I'd asked. I rang the hotel and they said "just book another night and maybe you'll get the same room" and then hung up on me. Followup messages were ignored until a couple of days before my stay when I finally got someone with human decency who confirmed I would be in the same room both nights. Completely unacceptable. Wouldn't plan on staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Location price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ankica

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Staff were wonderful. Location is awesome. Room had lots of maintenance issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our stay so clean and tidy and the bed very comfy !!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Ac was broke, good snacks, close to tram and center area, very convinente
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is very good for getting around Melbourne and neighbouring suburbs. Our room was well equipped with a magnificent bathroom. My only gripe was the carpet needed a vacuum but never got it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and location close to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Close to train station and shopping, access to good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is hard to find anything better at this price point so close to the Melbourne CBD.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice bit plumbing needs work
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely reasonably rates. Super close to Southern Cross station and easy 15 min walk to shopping. Plenty of convenience food/coffee close by. 24hr check in was helpful with delayed train. On-site parking available was a bonus although is very narrow access but expected so close to city. Room had large comfortable bed and was overall very quiet. General cleanliness of bathroom could have been improved. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all good, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luca

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

10/10 Excellent

c c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great affordable property, convenient to transport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Therese

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, room was clean. Easy check-in and check-out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super easy checking in, they only down side for me is that I had no window to the outside as I was underground but they do have windows to the area outside your room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025