AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Crown Casino

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Outdoor pool
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
2 bars/lounges
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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199-201 Normanby Road, Southbank, Southbank, VIC, 3006
  • Place, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, DFO South Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds (View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

Deluxe Room, 3 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Southbank stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Southbank hotel, you'll find Crown Casino and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Marvel Stadium and Melbourne Central are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • DFO South Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Collins Street - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Crown Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Flagstaff Station - 4 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 19 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plenary Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Oporto - ‬6 min walk
  • CIEL Cafe
  • ‪The General Assembly - ‬8 min walk
  • Bar Triana

About this property

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank

4-star hotel near Crown Casino
AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank.

This 4-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 205 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2022
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank offers 205 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 28 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 40 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with digital channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.95 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

  • Pets: AUD 70 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75.0 per night.
  • 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 40 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 28 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: AUD 70 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.95 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, 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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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, 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Ac Melbourne Southbank
AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank Hotel
AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank Southbank
AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank Hotel Southbank

Frequently asked questions

How close is AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank to the airport?

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank is 11.1 mi (16-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 AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank?

As of Jan 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank on Feb 8, 2026 start from $131.62, 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 AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank.

How close is AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (15-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 7 mi (22-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 40 for adults and AUD 20 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (11-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank?

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

Is there free parking at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank have a pool?

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank features an outdoor pool.

Does AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank to downtown Melbourne?

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank is 1.1 mi away from Melbourne.

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 631 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 631 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 631 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 631 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 631 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

MARK

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to MCEC , if you are comfortable walking through car parks and under the highway for 5 minutes at night. Great service . Check your statement carefully as they overcharges me for breakfasts, but rectified it promptly .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bree

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Don

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Running toilet was annoying
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will return here again and again!

The service and authenticity of the lovely staff stand out so much. We stayed two nights and it was a little admin bungle from our side that had it under 2 different names. From the outset Kevin in reception was just so lovely.. explained the error and how to fix it. Then my booking was for the next night and the last on reception was amazing at 9pm at night. We will return based on the property and its outstanding people, which lets face it can ruin even the best of accommodation. Well done AC Hotel. You were perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was here for work- it was comfy and nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, hotel was in a great location, easy to get to places in walking distance to most areas we needed to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was absolutely amazing. The DFO is a quick five minute walk which was amazing. The breakfast every morning is well worth the price and the staff each morning was lovely. Every part of our stay was top tier. I can't recommend this hotel enough. Seriously. They went above and beyond each day, even leaving a fruit bowl in our room halfway through the stay, and offering little lavender service that was super cool. I would definitely stay here again! 10 out of 10. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

fidel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

8/10 Good

Charlie

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

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

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

8/10 Good

Ivor

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

10/10 Excellent

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Talitha

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Too good

Great city views. Close to the motorway. The hotel itself was beautiful. The room was great and the highlight was the restaurant. One of the best burgers I’ve had! The infinity pool at night was the cherry on top.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianchi

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service Location suited
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mojthaba

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its not cleaned at all
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , easy walk to shops and convention centre
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit of a hidden gem this hotel. Clean. Friendly staff. Conveniently located. Priced well. Short walk to Southbank area. Give it a go. Thanks for a nice few days!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leow

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roena

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a city view and was completely blown away over it! Our bathroom had blue stains in sink and a half broken door but everything else was absolutely devine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to access the DFO and surrounding Southbank eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it there, the staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025