Hotels in South Melbourne, Melbourne

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South Melbourne - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in South Melbourne. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:October
Average price in South Melbourne:$133/night
Cheapest price found:$73/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$93 - $216
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$121 - $181
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated South Melbourne, Melbourne hotels

Browse through properties in South Melbourne that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 166 properties in South Melbourne and data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Our users rated these South Melbourne hotels among the best places to stay. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
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308-310 Kings Way, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.6 km from city centre
Parking
$82
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in South Melbourne, Melbourne

Discover affordable stays in South Melbourne that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in South Melbourne can be found for as low as $79 per night. There is currently one property in South Melbourne that can be booked for this price. Lily Sands Inn is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in South Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
Out of the hotels in South Melbourne we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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335 Moray Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$79
Avg. per night
209-215 Clarendon Street., Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$85
Avg. per night
435 Clarendon Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$121
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in South Melbourne

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in South Melbourne to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in South Melbourne at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the South Melbourne. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in South Melbourne.
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209-215 Clarendon Street., Melbourne, VIC, Australia
308-310 Kings Way, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
335 Moray Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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435 Clarendon Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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Where to stay in South Melbourne

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About South Melbourne

The suburb of South Melbourne is located two kilometres from the central business district of Melbourne. Formerly known as Emerald Hill, the area is just five kilometres from the beautiful, Victorian style seaside playground of St. Kilda Beach and home to the majestic Royal Botanic Gardens, world-class art galleries, and the popular and vibrant foodie paradise of South Melbourne Market.

A hub for lovers of gastronomy, verdant natural gardens and beach days out, South Melbourne has it all. The Royal Botanic Gardens showcase over 8,500 plant species which are displayed next to tranquil lakes and sculpted lawns for all to admire. Alternatively, spend the day browsing South Melbourne Market, with produce talks and tastings it is the ideal place to get a true flavour of Australian cuisine. For sports fanatics Melbourne Sports and Aquatic centre has it all, nestled in Albert Park this venue is home to several Olympic size swimming pools and multi-purpose halls for volleyball, basketball and badminton. Lovers of art should not miss a visit to the National Gallery of Victoria, and with an impressive 73,000 works of art on display, the gallery accommodates important indigenous works of art and a plethora of ancient artefacts. However, for a fun day out , a trip to St. Kilda Beach and pier is the perfect place for joyful pursuits. The Victorian seaside mansions, variety of restaurants and charming old world ambience will tempt city dwellers from all over the world.

South Melbourne is easy to reach from the city centre, at just over 2 kilometres away there are buses, trams, cycle and walking routes available. Regular trams run from the city and the northern river suburbs, with the number 96 tram route arriving at Melbourne Museum, the Sports and Aquatic Centre, South Melbourne Market and St. Kilda Beach. There are also frequent bus services departing from Melbourne CBD and several bicycle routes to enjoy.

South Melbourne is a fascinating suburb and was comprised of a single hill before the first Europeans arrived in the area and named Emerald Hill by Aboriginal tribes. The hill was used as a ceremonial meeting place at the time, with the rest of the area surrounded by swamps. Today, South Melbourne is a dynamic, important suburb of the city. Where once stood Emerald Hill is now a thriving, bustling streetscape of Victorian architecture, colourful markets, contemporary art galleries and lush emerald gardens.

Facts about staying in South Melbourne, Melbourne

Find useful tips and insights about staying in South Melbourne to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in South Melbourne?

    One of the most popular hotels in South Melbourne is Lily Sands Inn, which has been reviewed by 125 users and currently has a rating of 7.0/10. Other top-rated locations include AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank and Oakwood Premier Melbourne, which have received 8.9/10 and 8.6/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre?

    Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is a good hotel close to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - it has scored 7.6 over 8,984 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in South Melbourne near Queen Victoria Market?

    The most popular hotel near Queen Victoria Market is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne, with 8,984 HotelsCombined users scoring it 7.6/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Flinders Street Station?

    A good hotel near Flinders Street Station is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne, which has been rated 7.6/10 by 8,984 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • How much do hotels in South Melbourne cost?

    Hotels in South Melbourne cost an average of $71/night, according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in South Melbourne?

    $67 per night is the cheapest South Melbourne hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours.

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