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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

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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
(139 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Mini Double Room

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

Superior King room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(112 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Queen Room with No Housekeeping

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior King Room with No Housekeeping

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(65 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 366 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

West Executive Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.2 miles
  • Crown Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne to the airport?

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is 10.6 mi (15-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 Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne on Mar 9, 2026 start from $73, 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 Great Southern Hotel Melbourne have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne.

How close is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne to the beach?

This hotel is 4.6 mi (16-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 5.1 mi (17-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Southern Hotel Melbourne offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 21 for adults and AUD 21 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (7-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs AUD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?

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

Does Great Southern Hotel Melbourne have a pool?

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne does not have a pool.

Does Great Southern Hotel Melbourne have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Great Southern Hotel Melbourne have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne to downtown Melbourne?

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is 0.5 mi away from Melbourne.

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1005 out of 2468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 892 out of 2468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 363 out of 2468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 2468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 92 out of 2468 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was ok,Breakfast was ok the food was cold
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Great Southern Hotel is in a perfect location, a 5-minute walk from Southern Cross (the main train and bus hub in Melbourne). It's also within the free team zone which makes for free and convenient transportation to most downtown locations. The hotel itself was great! Checkin and checkout were both easy, the room and facilities were very clean, and the staff was very hospitable and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
All looked a bit tired
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zagross

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this hotel for one week and unfortunately my experience was disappointing. The ventilation system in my room was not working at all. It was extremely hot and we were almost suffocating. They brought me a portable water cooler, but it didn’t help and they were not even willing to change our room. Only on the very last day, after a lot of complaints, they gave us a very small and poor-quality room, which was completely different from the one I had paid for. This was not acceptable, and I definitely expected much better service.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could do with a slightly bigger fridge
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good breakfast. Close to Southern Cross Station and the Convention Centre where I was attending.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Every thing was perfect highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brooke

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Handy to all public transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raff

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadira

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The actual bed and bathroom are clean. But the room, as I walked in, smells musty, like a mouldy room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Teena

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were good, the room was presented very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness
We were not able to stay at this hotel, it only had one bed, when I requested 2 beds. Staff was rude. We left immediately
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was clean and looked after the staff were so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CORRINNA

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was certainly clean. The only staff I encountered were those on the front desk and they were fine. My room 201 was quite light from outside lighting. Personally I like this but I'm sure some people wouldn't.maybe you could point it out when room is allocated. I would ask for it again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

samuel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Especially, clean crisp white sheets, towels all prestine. What really stood out was the courteous service from the front desk. Ask for a different room, than initially given, because of mobility issues. Courteously adjusted. Just a note, some of the rooms are located in an area that require manuvering stairs. Finally location, abosolutely the best, link rail, etc. Great value for the money, this coming from a hotel snob.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Johnathon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025