Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near SEA LIFE Melbourne

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Courtyard view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, SEA LIFE Melbourne
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(137 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Mini Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior King room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(111 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Queen Room with No Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(91 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King Room with No Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room (No Housekeeping)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Twin Room with No Housekeeping

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Mini Double Room (No housekeeping)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

West Executive Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hotel, you'll find SEA LIFE Melbourne and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Flinders Lane - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 5 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Schmucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Langlands Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Mercato Centrale - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5-star hotel near SEA LIFE Melbourne
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

  • 285 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne offers 285 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 30
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 35

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, 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 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 30 per night
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 20 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Great Southern Hotel Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1000 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 890 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 360 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 2457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 88 out of 2457 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room made a great first impression—clean, tidy, and well-organised upon entry. Overall, it was comfortable, but there are a few areas that could be improved. The bathroom was generally fine, though it could benefit from some small repairs, a lid on the toilet seat, grout cleaned and replaced in the shower. The tea and coffee station could use a refresh as well; adding options like Milo or hot chocolate would be a thoughtful touch for guests who don’t drink tea or coffee, and a couple of complimentary water bottles would be appreciated. The biggest downside was the view, which was just a brick wall and a bit disappointing. The king beds were clean and comfortable, but it was clearly made up of two king singles that weren’t zipped together, so they separated quite easily. Overall, the stay was pleasant, but with a few updates, it could be much better. The staff were very friendly and helpful 👌
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David, St Andrews Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, affordable room. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the night clean and i was licky to get a park on site
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money for a hotel very close to Southern Cross Station, I paid a little extra for a premium room on top floor, a little more space and a good choice for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anu

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service and accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Amenities
I did not have breakfast as my journey back home was too early to have breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very good. We booked the room a while back and when it came to the day I was unable to make it and I just want to thank Thomas for being so helpful. Thank you.The rest of the family enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lusia, PALMERSTON

Got “upgraded” to a family room but the toilet keep making funny noise. Unable to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness
Conveniance was good but room and layout felt like a detention centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Redondo Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic hotel for a good price in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Sassafras

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly and helpful - gave me early entry to a room. Bed was comfy and the room was clean. Bathroom was a bit shabby and hot water not that hot (no need to use the cold tap at all) but otherwise fine. Good location near Southern Cross station if catching or arriving by train.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent and overall not expensive. Definitely will be stay again next time in Melbourne.. Many thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room clean. Staff welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean; bed was comfortable. Great location for access to transport options and Marvel Stadium. I had a king bed, but double rooms can be quite small. Staff were friendly; I stay here regularly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Greg

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heater not working. Freezing cold night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Yukiko

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Quick check in and out. Only thing was the seam in the king bed was sooo uncomfortable and a doona would have been nice. Otherwise a great stay. Will book again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025