Novotel Melbourne Central

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Melbourne Central

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Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
Cafe
Reception
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
399 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Melbourne Central
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Queen Victoria Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Crown Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior King Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • 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

  • Melbourne Central - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bourke Street Mall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queen Victoria Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marvel Stadium - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Crown Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pepper Lunch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho Thin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shortstop Coffee & Donuts - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Xing Fu Tang - ‬3 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.

Languages

English

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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 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

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 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne Central on Jun 1, 2025 start from $108.15, 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 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 8.4 mi (28-min drive) from Brighton 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. 347 out of 667 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 667 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 667 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 667 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 667 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry, Mascot

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the hotel has excellent facilities. We loved the Pretty Boy bar. Service was excellent. The gym was also well equiped. Small but super quiet rooms. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Traveled with group
very small room with twin beds. no drawer space. ok for a couple of days but for several days, there’s no extras. Tv channels were bare minimum. good location for victoria market and free trams. not a family type of hotel. no creature comforts.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Great location and breakfast

Great location of hotel walking distance to Victoria Market and the free Tram. The hotel shares with Ibis the same building and the upper floors with magnificent views are Novotel guests. Stayed in room 2802. Great breakfast spread with ample room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great stay

Great location . Big room . Clean , quiet. A great 3 day stay ! Service was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and close to the CBD. Very convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arjun

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

8/10 Good

Birgit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

XIYAN, Germantown

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great valet parking and location to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice experience
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely 5 Star Our needs expectations… Cannot n Will Not faulted any Aspect this Hotel Out stay…
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narelle, Coorparoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chen

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

One night city stay

Fantastic location and a nice sized room, all you could ask for in the middle of the city really.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very accomodating when we didn’t like the room we were given
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naved

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Assunta

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024