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Novotel Melbourne Central

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Gym
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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399 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bourke Street Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Victoria Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market. Also, Bourke Street Mall is within half a mile (1 km) and SEA LIFE Melbourne is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hardware Lane - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bourke Street Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 14 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phở Thìn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪OMI 380 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Krimper Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Overlay Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪David's Hotpot - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Novotel Melbourne Central

4.5-star luxury hotel near Melbourne Central
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Novotel Melbourne Central. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 213 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2018
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Melbourne Central offers 213 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (AUD 80 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 38 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 38 per person
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 80 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Melbourne Central to the airport?

Novotel Melbourne Central is 10.1 mi (21-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 Novotel Melbourne Central?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne Central on May 31, 2026 start from $134, 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 Novotel Melbourne Central have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Melbourne Central.

How close is Novotel Melbourne Central to the beach?

This hotel is 5.5 mi (21-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 6 mi (22-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Novotel Melbourne Central offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Melbourne Central, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 38 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Melbourne Central?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Novotel Melbourne Central?

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

Is there free parking at Novotel Melbourne Central?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for AUD 80 per day.

Does Novotel Melbourne Central have a pool?

Novotel Melbourne Central does not have a pool.

Does Novotel Melbourne Central have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Melbourne Central have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Melbourne Central to downtown Melbourne?

Novotel Melbourne Central is 0.2 mi away from Melbourne.

Novotel Melbourne Central Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 383 out of 735 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 735 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 735 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 735 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 735 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wen Zhu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location ! Friendly staffs
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. Well located near shops, food and transport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, large room very clean and great breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to restaurants and Bourke Street Mall room was clean and the staff were very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities were good, just the tv chromecast wasn’t connecting to my phone, that was the only thing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Omid, Miami

Great Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Meena

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is great. Big room for family!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes everthing was clean staff was very courteous good place to stay easy to get around 😉
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

bailey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The buffet breakfast was tasty, good quality and always fresh. Staff were very friendly and always accomodating. Room service was fast and also great quality food. Valet parking was a great service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are comfortable and clean, only request is the have brighter lights in rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and well designed/comfortable room, central location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite possibly the best, most comfy bed I’ve ever slept in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Super clean and comfortable. Could do with a Dropbox for an express checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dhaval

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice clean, little small as we have 2 doubke bed room. So walking space was small. But overall very nice. Happy with stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Katrina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation in the heart of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

HUAT KIM KELVIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite front staff.. helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
More or less what you'd expect from a motel room, apart from a toilet that offered 0 privacy and was arm's length to the only sink. And auto check out told me I was owned a refund and directed me to the human at reception. Who dutifully informed me the machine was wrong. One time stay, I think.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025