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Best Western Melbourne City

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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Reception
Lobby
Courtyard Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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16 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Crown Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Marvel Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shoebox | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Shoebox

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rooftop Apartment | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Rooftop Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Matchbox | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Matchbox

7.8 out of 10
Good
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

King Apartment with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Shoebox Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Courtyard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Rooftop Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Melbourne Central Business District hotel, you'll find Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Crown Casino. Also, Marvel Stadium is within half a mile (1 km) and Melbourne Central is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

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

3.5-star hotel near 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
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Best Western Melbourne City offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • 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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 percent 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 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
Tax ID - 68932034202
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.
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 guestroom 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-authorize 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 each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 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).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Melbourne City to the airport?

Best Western Melbourne City is 11.9 mi (19-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Melbourne City on Jul 29, 2025 start from $74.73, excluding 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 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Melbourne City.

How close is Best Western Melbourne City to the beach?

This hotel is 4 mi (15-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 7.4 mi (21-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Melbourne City offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Best Western Melbourne City, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 10 and 35 for adults, AUD 15 and 35 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Melbourne City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (5-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Melbourne City?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Melbourne City?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Best Western Melbourne City have a pool?

Best Western Melbourne City does not have a pool.

Does Best Western Melbourne City have a restaurant?

Best Western Melbourne City is home to Stubby, which features brunch.

Does Best Western Melbourne City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Melbourne City to downtown Melbourne?

Best Western Melbourne City is 0.5 mi away from Melbourne.

Best Western Melbourne City Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 408 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1007 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandar

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean, quiet, convenient, . Over all it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Caragh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Excellent location. Rooms fine. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are small, but who goes to a wonderful city to sit in their room!!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dhariz

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and rooms clean. Outside corridor carpets smelled a bit musty and wer though.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, efficient room with all we needed for one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gertruda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all would use again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wai Hong, North Point

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is at a good location and the room is big. However, the property is quite old, and the room toilet is very small.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff but state of the building/lift was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

gayna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional front desk team, made a great welcoming impression
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with partner
A good location but very tired room in need of renovation. The bathroom was exceptionally tiny, it was hard to get into the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all ok.nothing exceptional but good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk personnel were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Traveled with partner
Great location for Australian Grand Prix. Very small rooms but good enough. However for the Grand Prix weekend Best Western and probably all hotels in Melbourne completely gouge you on the pricing. Almost criminal, not Australian like.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to explore Melbourne. Central location in free tram zone. Many dining and shopping options nearby. Well equipped clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to explore Melbourne. Central location in free tram zone, close to Southern Cross. Dining and shopping options very near. Clean rooms with all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The building is very tired and in need of significant freshening up. One lift broken. The other at times requires you to press a button to open the doors at your floor. The carpet in the passageway is heavily worn and bunched up outside service rooms from trolleys being wheeled in and out. Timber window sills are rotted out. Grout in the shower has mould. It's a handy location for country travellers but the sound of the trains crossing the Spencer Street bridge is not well managed and incessant. The Staff were friendly and helpful. It felt like budget accommodation but priced well above budget pricing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025