Clarion Suites Gateway

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near SEA LIFE Melbourne

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Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 36.00 per person)
Three Bedroom River View Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Penthouse Flinders Reach Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, freezer
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 William Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Marvel Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Studio Room - River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Queen Suite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Suite - River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Two Bedroom Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Two Bedroom Suite - River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 969 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Three Bedroom River View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse Crown Suite

  • 2153 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse Flinders Reach Suite

  • 3391 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

City center stay.You'll be steps from SEA LIFE Melbourne and within a 10-minute walk of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre with a stay at this Melbourne Central Business District hotel. Also, Crown Casino is within half a mile (1 km) and Melbourne Central is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station - 9 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 11 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪First Love Cofffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Curious - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway Sauna - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lollo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Vue de monde - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Clarion Suites Gateway

4.5-star luxury hotel near SEA LIFE Melbourne
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An indoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Clarion Suites Gateway. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 122 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Clarion Suites Gateway offers 122 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • 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
  • Self parking on site (AUD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 36 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 36.00 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash.
    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.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Clarion Suites Gateway to the airport?

Clarion Suites Gateway is 13.1 mi (22-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 Clarion Suites Gateway?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Suites Gateway on Nov 18, 2025 start from $135.65, 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 Clarion Suites Gateway have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Clarion Suites Gateway.

How close is Clarion Suites Gateway to the beach?

This hotel is 4.7 mi (16-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 7.5 mi (22-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clarion Suites Gateway offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Clarion Suites Gateway, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 36.00 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Clarion Suites Gateway?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (9-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Clarion Suites Gateway?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Clarion Suites Gateway?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 30 per day.

Does Clarion Suites Gateway have a pool?

Clarion Suites Gateway features an indoor pool.

Does Clarion Suites Gateway have a restaurant?

Clarion Suites Gateway is home to William's Bar & Cafe, which features light fare.

Does Clarion Suites Gateway have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Clarion Suites Gateway to downtown Melbourne?

Clarion Suites Gateway is 0.3 mi away from Melbourne.