{"id":5613,"date":"2018-06-19T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-06-18T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/?p=5613"},"modified":"2020-05-01T13:49:49","modified_gmt":"2020-05-01T03:49:49","slug":"adelphi-hotel-melbourne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/melbourne\/trending\/adelphi-hotel-melbourne\/","title":{"rendered":"We check into one of Melbourne’s hottest hotels"},"content":{"rendered":"

You know that country-style welcome you get when you check into a B&B? The rush to the front door as they see you arrive to help you with your bags. The genuine smile as you walk through the entryway. The offer of a cup of tea as you take a seat on the comfy couch and fill out the paperwork.<\/p>\n

Well, picture all of that, but transfer it to inner-city Melbourne<\/a>. Replace the cup of tea with a beer or a glass of wine. And you have the perfect first impression of the Adelphi Hotel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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I always find it hard to decide where to stay in big cities \u2013 so many options, so little time \u2013 but with its 4.8-out-of-5 rating on Wotif and number one position on TripAdvisor, a stay at this 34-room boutique hotel was a no-brainer.<\/p>\n

Built in 1938, and originally operating as a soft goods warehouse, the space was converted into a hotel in the \u201880s that soon attracted acclaim, fame, and plenty of high-profile guests (I do love a hotel with history).<\/p>\n

After a short closure, in 2013 the new owners brought in an award-winning design studio to refresh both the property\u2019s interior design and its branding. Judging by my experience of its current incarnation, it\u2019s a very good thing they did.<\/p>\n

Our room is ready early and our bags are whisked away without me even noticing. Bonus points to the Adelphi team for smoothness on their part. Minus points to me for being so unaware of my belongings \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

You can\u2019t blame me, though, when the hotel design touches \u2013 in all their funky, industrial-vibe glory – are this gorgeous\u2026<\/p>\n

The feature mural in the lobby is oh-so-Melbs. And, well, it\u2019s not everyday you see a horse in a hotel reception area (see pic above).<\/p>\n

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And that\u2019s before we even make it to our Plush King Room (hello upgrade!)<\/p>\n

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The 45sqm room features a king bed, flat-screen HD TV with unlimited new-release movies, a coffee machine, heaps of cupboard hanging space and an industrial-cool bathroom, complete with double vanity, Appelles Apothecary goodies, and a separate bath and shower.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s also free wi-fi and complimentary snacks and drinks, including juices, chocolate pretzels and lollies.<\/p>\n

What really catches my eye, though, is the stylish design. This doesn\u2019t feel like your ordinary hotel room \u2013 it feels like your glamorous best friend\u2019s holiday home.<\/p>\n

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The Adelphi is a solid pick for whatever brings you to the Victorian capital. But unsurprisingly, given our warm welcome, where it really comes into its own is special occasions.<\/p>\n

Mr Redfern and I are celebrating our second wedding anniversary and we not only receive a personalised message on the mirror in our room, but also a card with a handwritten message from the Adelphi team accompanied by a box of artisan chocolates. Now that\u2019s a sweet touch.<\/p>\n

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Next stop is the rooftop pool and deck. And what a rooftop space it is. Famous for its glass-bottomed pool that stretches out over the lane nine storeys below, the area has been recently refurbished and the heated pool is perfect for a quick dip, whatever the season.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s official, I have a new favourite Melbourne hotel \ud83d\ude0d Completely wowed by the gorgeous @adelphi_hotel on Friday night \ud83d\ude4c The friendliest team \ud83d\ude0a Stylish yet quirky design \ud83c\udfa8 Personal touches \ud83d\udc95(how cute were our anniversary messages!) A rooftop pool \ud83d\udca6 Free mini-bar \ud83c\udf6b Perfect Flinders Lane location\ud83d\udc4c And a dessert focused restaurant \ud83c\udf70 What more could you ask for? \ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffc\u200d\u2640\ufe0f Review coming soon for @wotifcom \u270c\ufe0fSpoiler alert, it\u2019s going to be pretty glowing \ud83d\ude09 \u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800 \u2022\u2022\u2022\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800 \u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800\u2800 #adelphi #adelphi_selphi #adelphihotel #adelphihotelmelbourne #melbourne #visitmelbourne #victoria #discovervictoria #flinderslane #visitvictoria #melbournehotel #melbournerooftop #rooftop #rooftoppool #hotel #luxuryhotel #luxurytravel #design #style #interiordesign #hoteldesign<\/a><\/p>\n

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