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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Preston	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 371 reviews	View
Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Pentridge	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 366 reviews	View
The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 330 reviews	View
Novotel Melbourne Preston	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 333 reviews	View
Punthill Ivanhoe	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 329 reviews	View

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A red double-decker bus with 'City Sightseeing Melbourne' branding parked in front of a modern glass building.

Melbourne Central Business District

Explore the magnificent Southbank riverfront, experience the city’s cultural charms in the arts precinct and see a glimpse of colonial history in central Melbourne.

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A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a historic church.

Southbank

The Yarra River’s waterfront offers a diverse range of hotels, galleries, bars and a casino complex.

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A waterfront cityscape at dusk with illuminated high-rise buildings and a marina with yachts.

Docklands

A gorgeous harbour with waterfront dining and jaw-dropping city skyline views… this might sound more like another popular Australian city, but surprise – it’s Melbourne!

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A city skyline with modern skyscrapers, a historic cathedral, and a river with a bridge.

Yarra Riverfront

Centuries ago, settlers developed Melbourne around this river. Today it is the heart of the city with bars, shops and restaurants lining its banks.

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A modern shopping mall with prominent stores like Chanel, Dior, and Clarins.

Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

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Top Northern Suburbs Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"You can walk in free for breakfast everyday, so there in no hustle finding breakfast. Room is clean and decent"

Stamford Plaza Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"We booked a two room suite which was great. Property is showing its age but we feel it adds to the charm. Breakfast was ok, but Harry’s restaurant a little hit and miss. Having said that, staff were most accommodating when we mentioned we were heading a show and prioritised our dinners. Happy hour is great."

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

8/10 Good

"I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The staff were friendly and professional, and the room was clean, comfortable and well presented. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. My only concern was the way my credit card was handled at check-in. My card was photocopied without my permission or any explanation. Given the increasing prevalence of scams, identity theft and data breaches, I found this concerning, as it unnecessarily puts guests’ financial information at risk. When I raised my concerns, the photocopy was returned to me, which I appreciated. I was also surprised that $100 was charged to my card rather than a pre-authorisation hold being placed. As an international guest from New Zealand, this meant I could have been out of pocket due to exchange rate fluctuations when the refund was processed. Most hotels now use pre-authorisations, which protect both the hotel and the guest without creating this issue. This isn’t a criticism of the staff, who were excellent throughout my stay. I simply hope the hotel reviews its credit card security procedures, as a hotel of this size should have more secure payment practices in place. Aside from this concern, I had a very enjoyable stay."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Northern Suburbs?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre and Preston Market as part of your Northern Suburbs travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Northern Suburbs?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Pentridge is the highest ranked property in Northern Suburbs. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Novotel Melbourne Preston and Bell Motel.

How many hotels will I find in Northern Suburbs?

Expedia has 286 hotels and other accommodation options in Northern Suburbs to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Melbourne area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Northern Suburbs, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Northern Suburbs.

What are the top things to see and do in Northern Suburbs?

While you're in Northern Suburbs, you can catch a show at Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre, Northcote Theatre and Brunswick Ballroom. Preston Market and Northland Shopping Centre are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Northern Suburbs include Preston Library, Shotkickers and Cactus Room. While you're out sightseeing in Melbourne, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Croxton Bandroom or Strettle Wetland.

How can I get around Northern Suburbs and the greater Melbourne area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Bell Station, Preston Station or Thornbury Station.

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Our top choices for Northern Suburbs hotels

1. Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne Pentridge

2. Novotel Melbourne Preston

3. Brunswick Tower Hotel

4. St Georges Motor Inn

5. Quest Preston

6. Bell Motel

7. Together Co-Living

8. The Sebel Melbourne Moonee Ponds

9. Rambla @ Solarino House

10. Parkville Place Serviced Apartments

11. Parkville Motel

12. Punthill Ivanhoe

13. Brunsi hostel

14. Coburg Motor Inn

15. Quest Moonee Valley

16. Quest Ivanhoe

17. Quest Bundoora

18. The Hotel Windsor

19. Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne

20. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

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Where to stay in Northern Suburbs

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Yarra Riverfront

Melbourne Airport

Top Northern Suburbs Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

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