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.

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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A modern kitchen with a city view, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a bar area with a wine bottle and glass.

1. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

James

￥17,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a bar area, seating, and a staircase.

2. Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

James

￥36,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a lamp, and two armchairs.

3. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Stephanie

￥20,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

4. Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Rajwinder

￥28,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a geometric floor pattern, and red lounge chairs.

5. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

Southbank, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Andrew

￥29,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A person sitting at a table with a laptop, a magazine, and a croissant.

6. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Bridie

￥22,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor patio with seating, string lights, and a view of modern buildings.

7. Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

SIMON LEIGH

￥24,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple pendant lights, and a city view through large windows.

8. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Donna

￥19,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, bar stools, and a large window with sheer curtains.

9. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Docklands, 0.7 km from South Wharf

satish

￥19,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, glass railings, and hanging plants.

10. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Sabrina

￥11,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with a person floating on an inner tube, surrounded by glass walls and a modern ceiling design.

11. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.9 km from South Wharf

￥20,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a view of the city, and a person standing by the pool.

12. Quincy Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Ryan

￥21,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a large window offering a city skyline view.

13. Aura on Flinders Serviced Apartments

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Sam

￥14,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A reception area with a reception desk, two staff members, a bicycle, and seating area.

14. Best Western Melbourne City

Yarra Riverfront, 0.5 km from South Wharf

Lyn

￥13,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins, featuring classic architecture with large windows and a prominent entrance.

15. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Shayne

￥22,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a staircase with glass railings, and large windows offering views of the outside.

16. Batman’s Hill on Collins

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Christine

￥14,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by walls with a stone-like texture.

17. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.3 km from South Wharf

Emma

￥12,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An interior with tables and chairs, large windows, and a brick wall.

18. WRAP on Southbank

Southbank, 1 km from South Wharf

Stefanie

￥20,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A grand lobby with two escalators, a central fountain, and ornate wall panels.

19. The Langham, Melbourne

Southbank, 1.4 km from South Wharf

Peter

￥33,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A pool area with a glass barrier, chairs, and tables, and a wall with greenery.

20. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 1.1 km from South Wharf

Melissa

￥24,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Where to stay in South Wharf

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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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A modern cityscape with a river, a bridge, and several high-rise buildings.

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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Rye

Beaches, spas, and hot springs highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rye. Make a stop by Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

View Melbourne

8/10 Good

"I liked the property, the room, bed, curtains, all good, lights rather bright in the bathroom,. Like to stay another night, was quiet, slept well.. Still not sure what the Hotel is called..?"

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"A short walk from Southern Cross station so is very convenient when travelling by train or plane.Staff were pleasent. Room was quiet and had everything needed for short stay. Restaurant available for dinner and breakfast..Only critisism was room was located on level 1 which required negotiating a number of stairs to get to/from it. Difficult with large suitcase and if any mobility issues. Will request room on elevator level in future"

Meriton Suites Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"If Melbourne is looking for ambassadors to give a good impression of their city they should start here. The amazing staff at the lobby were just the beginning. We loved our room, we loved the location, we loved the quick response when we asked for something. I would absolutely recommend this hotel and I will definitely stay again when I have the opportunity."

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

8/10 Good

"Hotel was quite good, with some quirks/problems. Room was very clean, well-appointed and a good layout. Bathroom was very modern with a good-sized shower, room had both a desk and a couch-like chair for relaxing spaces other than the bed. Staff were very helpful, breakfast was pretty solid (quite busy, but plenty of food and pretty decent quality), and the gym is pretty decent and available 24 hours. However, the experience was not perfect. Most prominently, the bed was quite bad, being somehow too firm and too springy at the same time, made worse by awful pillows (the soft may as well have been empty, the "firm" was still comically soft). Likewise, the kettle in our room was the only kitchen appliance available but it was slow, loud, and spilled water every time we used it. Also, the shower was large and okay to use but getting the water in a human-habitable temperature range was an exercise in frustration. Overall, very solid hotel in an absolutely incredible location, but not without it's drawbacks."

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Our top choices for South Wharf hotels

1. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

2. Pan Pacific Melbourne

3. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

4. Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

5. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

6. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders by IHG

7. Hyatt Centric Melbourne

8. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

9. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

10. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

11. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

12. Quincy Hotel Melbourne

13. Aura on Flinders Serviced Apartments

14. Best Western Melbourne City

15. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

16. Batman’s Hill on Collins

17. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

18. WRAP on Southbank

19. The Langham, Melbourne

20. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

Where to stay in South Wharf

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Sorrento

Rye

Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

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