What is South Wharf like?

South Wharf is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit DFO South Wharf and Plenary - MCEC as part of your South Wharf travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in South Wharf?

Based on our traveller data, Novotel Melbourne South Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay in South Wharf. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Wharf, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available in South Wharf.

What is there to do around this Melbourne neighbourhood?

DFO South Wharf, Plenary - MCEC and Polly Woodside are just a few attractions to check out in South Wharf. While you're out sightseeing, Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium are a couple of additional sights to visit in Melbourne.

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Our top choices for South Wharf hotels

Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Leon

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Dale

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 19.4 km from South Wharf

Kerrianne

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Taylah

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Suzanne

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Quality Hotel Taylors Lakes

19.2 km from South Wharf

Glenn

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

17.8 km from South Wharf

Olivia

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Melbourne Airport, 19.1 km from South Wharf

Judith

includes taxes & fees

8 Jul - 9 Jul

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hyde Melbourne Place

Melbourne Central Business District, 2 km from South Wharf

Kela

includes taxes & fees

3 Aug - 4 Aug

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

17.8 km from South Wharf

Karen

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 3.9 km from South Wharf

Patrick

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.3 km from South Wharf

Louise

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.9 km from South Wharf

Dean

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Rydges Melbourne

2.2 km from South Wharf

LUCAS

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.6 km from South Wharf

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.4 km from South Wharf

Fitoon

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Le Méridien Melbourne

2.3 km from South Wharf

Fletcher

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.9 km from South Wharf

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Nilima

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Dorsett Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.3 km from South Wharf

Luisa

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

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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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