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Best Western Melbourne City

3.5 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a quick walk to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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Property amenity
Reception
Exterior
Property amenity
Courtyard Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Explore the area

Map
16 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Collins Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Shoebox

Shoebox

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rooftop Apartment

Rooftop Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Matchbox

Matchbox

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Plasma TV
Fan
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

King Apartment with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Shoebox Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Courtyard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Rooftop Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Interior entrance

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
4.1 out of 5, Very good, (1946)
The price is NZ$121
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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About the area

Melbourne

Best Western Melbourne City puts you in the heart of Melbourne, within just a 10-minute stroll of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Crown Casino. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Stubby, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Melbourne Central Business District hotel include Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central.

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Melbourne Central - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Southern Cross Station - 6 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 16 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palm Sugar Thai Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪State of Grace - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hardware Société - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Melbourne City

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a quick walk to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Best Western Melbourne City.

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

  • 1 building
  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Best Western Melbourne City offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (AUD 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 10 to 35 for adults and AUD 15 to 35 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Stubby

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100 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 10 to 35 for adults and AUD 15 to 35 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 25 per day (984 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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
Tax ID - 68932034202
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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 guest room reservation. The tax ID number is 68932034202. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Pensione
Hotel Pensione Melbourne
Melbourne Hotel Pensione
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Melbourne Pensione Hotel
Pensione Hotel
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Pensione Hotel Melbourne - By 8 Melbourne
Pensione Boutique Hotel Melbourne
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Melbourne City?

The closest beach to Best Western Melbourne City is St Kilda Beach (5.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Melbourne City?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Melbourne City on 10 Mar 2025 start from NZ$121.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Melbourne City serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Melbourne City?

No, Best Western Melbourne City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Melbourne City?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Best Western Melbourne City's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Melbourne City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Melbourne City?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Melbourne City Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 431 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1011 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Trevor

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

4/10 Poor

Leah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not well insulated between rooms. Wouldn’t recommend one of the courtyard rooms unless you are a smoker. Room smelled like smoke and neighbours spent the evening smoking weed which wafted through. Pretty dodgy area. Cafe couldn’t cope with more than a couple of orders at a time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money. Small room but perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caterina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place staff were so nice and helpful highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i liked everything about it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gye

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui, Ararat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay but the shower doorway is tiny. Some children would struggle to fit through it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline, pomona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and affordable
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jarrod

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, great location, kinda pricey for the shoebox size room. But place was clean, staff very friendly, especially cleaning staff for rooms. Bar and Restaurant in foyer called "Stubby's" was convenient very friendly staff, great chef, great food well priced, children friendly awesome! Only bad point was the size of the shower/bathroom/toilet arra and the terrible sliding door on the bathroom, that offered no privacy from family members. Also TV did not work and i couldnt even mirror my phone screen as it wasnt a smart TV. CMON GUYS!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean and perfect location for us.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Glyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Close to station and city centre. Small shoebox room but comfortable with good shower. Could do with some double glazing to dampen train noise which was noticeable but not too bad
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothea

Liked: Staff & service
Nince and affordable. The staff were great as well as the restaurant staff were brilliant! However, the beds were a bit uncomfortable and rooms need to be updated with new curtains and carpet , otherwise great stay 👍 😀 👌 😄
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Annette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Glenis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Extremely small room, noisy and very noisy dining room and bar with no seating for a meal so went elsewhere. This was the only hotel available on Saturday of Melbourne Cup weekend which I had to get family to the airport. Not my first choice. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the seats and quite book areas to sit and chill
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That location was perfect for me I was standing in the countryside in court the V line in and it dropped me off two blocked from the Best Western I couldn't have planned it any better I will return in the future
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah, Mount Pleasant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Southern Cross and multiple tram lines. Right next to the Aquarium as well. Room was good enough for the price, however the hallway leading to the room smelled like dog. We were ground floor room 8.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

CHRISTOPHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Zakaria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short comfortable and pleasant stay
Apart from the beeping smoke detector for every few seconds, the stay was comfortable and good. The front desk staff attend to the smoke alarm sound when approached and was told that it was due to low battery which he did changed it. But the smoke alarm has an irritating beep sound every one or two minutes which are loud and interrupted my sleep. Another plus point is the luggage storage facility which allow me to walk around the CBD for last minute shopping and lunch without lugging those luggage while waiting to pass for my evening flight
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mikayla

Travelled with group
Had an enjoyable stay, room was small but we only needed to to sleep in. Good distance from southern cross station and the Aquarium!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024