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1. Mantra on Russell Melbourne

Mantra on Russell Melbourne
4.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,527 reviews)
"Comfortable apartment, very clean."
United States
Maria
The price is ￥17,996
￥19,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Mantra on Russell Melbourne
A modern living room with a wooden desk, a grey sofa, and a coffee table.

2. Punthill Little Bourke

Punthill Little Bourke
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,103 reviews)
"The hotel was in a good location and I would recommend it to others."
United States
Emory
The price is ￥11,834
￥13,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Punthill Little Bourke
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a city skyline view.

3. Lancemore Crossley St Melbourne

Lancemore Crossley St Melbourne
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (645 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is ￥20,278
￥22,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Lancemore Crossley St Melbourne
A modern lobby with a central circular reception desk, a large wall-mounted artwork, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

4. Rydges Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne
4.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (918 reviews)
"Great"
Australia
Lesley
The price is ￥23,969
￥26,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Rydges Melbourne
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a cityscape view.

5. City Limits Hotel

City Limits Hotel
3.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were welcoming, good location, very comfortable bed."
Australia
Robyn
The price is ￥12,675
￥14,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
City Limits Hotel
A bar area with a blue backdrop, shelves stocked with bottles, glasses, and a variety of snacks.

6. Laneways by Ovolo

Laneways by Ovolo
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"This is a great hotel in Melbourne - lots of character!"
Australia
Anthony
The price is ￥21,861
￥24,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Laneways by Ovolo
A rooftop pool with a glass enclosure, surrounded by palm trees and brick buildings.

7. Gordon House Apartments

Gordon House Apartments
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (102 reviews)
"Street noise"
Australia
Kay
The price is ￥14,245
￥17,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Gordon House Apartments
A person in a white robe sitting by a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a table with various dishes.

8. Le Méridien Melbourne

Le Méridien Melbourne
5.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (485 reviews)
"Great location and the staff were amazing. The room was amazing"
Australia
Reuben
The price is ￥26,222
￥28,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Le Méridien Melbourne
A room with two black chairs, a glass table, a book, and a vase with flowers.

9. The Town Apartments

The Town Apartments
4.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (80 reviews)
"Good location. Very noisy area. Apartment was clean and good for our needs."
Australia
Peta
The price is ￥16,220
￥19,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Town Apartments
A grand lobby with a central staircase, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

10. The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
3.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,285 reviews)
"Friendly staff, excellent amenities & very convenient city location"
Australia
Nubar
The price is ￥12,771
￥14,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

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10/10 Excellent
"Nice hotel with good size rooms."
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Frequently asked questions

What is Chinatown like for travelers on a budget?
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What is there to see and do in Chinatown?
Chinatown attracts visitors with its major shopping area and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, such as Melbourne Central and Collins Street, and then make time for other wallet-friendly activities. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Her Majesty's Theatre and Comedy Theatre, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at QV Centre.
How can I get to Chinatown and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Chinatown is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 7 mi (11.3 km) from the center in Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 11.8 mi (19 km) away. Chinatown might not have very many public transit choices so renting a car could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.

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