What is South Wharf like?

South Wharf is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful river views and major shopping area. Be sure to check out DFO South Wharf and Polly Woodside as part of your South Wharf travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in South Wharf?

Based on our traveler data, Novotel Melbourne South Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay in South Wharf. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Pan Pacific Melbourne .

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Wharf, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in South Wharf.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Wharf?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to South Wharf, click here .

What is there to do around this Melbourne neighborhood?

Sights like Polly Woodside and Plenary - MCEC can be part of your cultural tour of South Wharf. A visit to DFO South Wharf is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Favorite places to visit in the surrounding area include Crown Casino, Melbourne Central, and Marvel Stadium. While you're out sightseeing, Queen Victoria Market and Rod Laver Arena are a couple of additional sights to visit in Melbourne.

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Our top choices for South Wharf hotels

1. Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Brian

￥34,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | 50-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies

2. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Jeff

￥19,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Matilda

￥10,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Executive Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

4. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Stephanie

￥20,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

5. Best Western Melbourne City

Yarra Riverfront, 0.5 km from South Wharf

Charlotte

￥14,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

6. Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Nidhi

￥16,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

7. Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Rajwinder

￥23,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

8. Batman’s Hill on Collins

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Julie

￥15,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

9. Aura on Flinders Serviced Apartments

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Allison

￥13,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

10. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Docklands, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Jason

￥15,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

11. Quincy Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

jignesh

￥22,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

12. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Lisa Anne

￥17,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

13. Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Agatha

￥23,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

14. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Addison

￥21,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

15. ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

Southbank, 0.9 km from South Wharf

Luis

￥13,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

16. ibis Styles Kingsgate

Melbourne Central Business District, 1 km from South Wharf

Maria Jacinta

￥12,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

17. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.3 km from South Wharf

Luc Jean-Paul

￥13,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

18. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

Southbank, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Mark

￥36,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

19. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Yuchen

￥22,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

20. Alto Hotel on Bourke

Melbourne Central Business District, 1 km from South Wharf

Matthew

￥16,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Find the best South Wharf areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Melbourne Central Business District

Discover a blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture, vibrant street art, and literary culture in this bustling city center. Explore famed alleyways, visit the State Library, and enjoy easy access to public transport hubs.

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Southbank

High-rise development dominates this inner-city suburb, featuring the Southbank Promenade and Southgate Restaurant and Shopping Precinct. Enjoy the art and craft market on Sundays, and explore the area via tram lines or the Capital City Bicycle Trail.

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Docklands

Striking contemporary architecture meets heritage buildings in this area, where visitors can shop at The District Docklands, ride the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, and explore public art. Diverse dining options, sports courts, and various transport options make it a convenient choice.

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Sorrento

Coastal town Sorrento offers charter fishing boats from its pier, a summer ferry service to Queenscliff, and the historic Sorrento Park with a playground and BBQ facilities. Explore limestone buildings like the heritage-listed Sorrento Post Office.

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Melbourne Airport

Located within the City of Hume, Melbourne Airport suburb is home to the Tullamarine Country Club and The Hangar, a training base for Essendon Football Club. Easily accessible by multiple bus routes and the upcoming Melbourne Airport rail link.

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