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Best Western Melbourne City

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

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Property amenity
Courtyard Room
Reception
Exterior
Property amenity

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Explore the area

Map
16 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Crown Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Marvel Stadium
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shoebox

Shoebox

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rooftop Apartment

Rooftop Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Matchbox

Matchbox

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

King Apartment with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Shoebox Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Courtyard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Rooftop Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Melbourne

Best Western Melbourne City puts you in the heart of Melbourne, within just a 10-minute stroll of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Crown Casino. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Stubby, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Melbourne Central Business District hotel include Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central.

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Melbourne Central - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palm Sugar Thai Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪State of Grace - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hardware Société - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Melbourne City

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a quick walk to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Best Western Melbourne City.

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

  • 1 building
  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Best Western Melbourne City offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi

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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
  • Offsite parking available (AUD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 10 to 35 for adults and AUD 15 to 35 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Stubby

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100 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: approximately AUD 10 to 35 for adults and AUD 15 to 35 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 25 per day (984 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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
Tax ID - 68932034202
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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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. The tax ID number is 68932034202. 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Melbourne City?

The closest beach to Best Western Melbourne City is St Kilda Beach (5.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Melbourne City?

As of 12 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Melbourne City on 27 Apr 2025 start from AU$121.0, 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.

Does Best Western Melbourne City serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Melbourne City?

No, Best Western Melbourne City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Melbourne City?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Best Western Melbourne City's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Melbourne City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Melbourne City?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Melbourne City Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 422 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1007 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dhariz

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and rooms clean. Outside corridor carpets smelled a bit musty and wer though.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, efficient room with all we needed for one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gertruda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all would use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gayna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional front desk team, made a great welcoming impression
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all ok.nothing exceptional but good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The building is very tired and in need of significant freshening up. One lift broken. The other at times requires you to press a button to open the doors at your floor. The carpet in the passageway is heavily worn and bunched up outside service rooms from trolleys being wheeled in and out. Timber window sills are rotted out. Grout in the shower has mould. It's a handy location for country travellers but the sound of the trains crossing the Spencer Street bridge is not well managed and incessant. The Staff were friendly and helpful. It felt like budget accommodation but priced well above budget pricing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

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

4/10 Poor

Leah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not well insulated between rooms. Wouldn’t recommend one of the courtyard rooms unless you are a smoker. Room smelled like smoke and neighbours spent the evening smoking weed which wafted through. Pretty dodgy area. Cafe couldn’t cope with more than a couple of orders at a time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Small room but perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caterina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place staff were so nice and helpful highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel building is quite old and one of the elevators is under renovation as of early January 2025. Room 119 has no view outside the window and the room is quite small for 2 people. But the proximity to Southern Cross railway station and on the free tram zone is an advantage.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mustafa

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok for a sleep
The service was great & polite. The cleanliness was on the other hand not so great. The walls opposite the bed had stains from ceiling to floor, empty bottle of Coke Zero left by previous occupants, a strong smell of mould & urine in the room. I killed 3 mosquitoes & 2 flies in the room on the first night. There is no storage what so ever, so you are literally living out of your suitcase. Very small room so if you are staying for a night or two & you just need somewhere to sleep it’s ok, other than that I wouldn’t recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rosana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The price at the time was great, well located, near all transportation and attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Michaela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Our first 2 days here were not great. We had a ‘shoe box’ room on the ground floor, which was noisy and seemed to have no noise cancellation whatsoever in the rooms. This was made extra worse when the neighbour decided to scream and yell from midnight till early hours of the morning. Staff I spoke to at 3am that night were not helpful. We asked for a room change later that morning, which the staff organised while we were away at the cricket. Unfortunately when we got back to our new room, the aircon didn’t work but we were moved to another room and given a free upgrade to a queen room, which was a lot bigger, had windows and was quiet. If I were to book again, I would definitely book the queen or king rooms and not be on ground level. Only downside to the rooms was that the bathroom was absolutely tiny in each room we stayed in. The door to the shower was less wider than the width of the bath mat (length of 2.5 iPhones; yes I measured). If you’re a size 14 or larger, or 20 weeks pregnant like me, it was a STRUGGLE to get in and out. Staff were friendly, and the place had been renovated. 1 of the 2 lifts were being upgraded. but other than our not so great first 2 days, the area was an easy walking distance to Southern Cross station and lots of food options and convenience stores close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i liked everything about it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

DR DWL

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine r

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Near to train station
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024