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?

Sights like Plenary - MCEC and Polly Woodside can be part of your cultural tour of South Wharf. A visit to DFO South Wharf is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Crown Casino, Melbourne Central and Marvel Stadium. While you're out sightseeing, Queen Victoria Market and Rod Laver Arena are a couple of additional sights to visit in Melbourne.

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1. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Jeff

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

2. Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Zoran

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

3. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Melanie

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4. Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Rajwinder

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

5. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Paul

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

6. Best Western Melbourne City

Yarra Riverfront, 0.5 km from South Wharf

Charlotte

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. Batman’s Hill on Collins

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Elna

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

8. Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Agatha

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Nidhi

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

10. Aura on Flinders Serviced Apartments

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Allison

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

11. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Lisa Anne

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Yuchen

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

13. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Jodi

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

14. Quincy Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

jignesh

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

15. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Docklands, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Jason

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

16. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.9 km from South Wharf

Susanna

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

17. ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

Southbank, 0.9 km from South Wharf

Mayken

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

18. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

Southbank, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Mark

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

19. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 1.1 km from South Wharf

Amy

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

20. Clarion Suites Gateway

Yarra Riverfront, 0.9 km from South Wharf

JUNG GIL

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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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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Southbank

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

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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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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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Sorrento

When it comes to waterfront, Sorrento takes the prize. Check out bayside or ocean coastlines – Sorrento spoils you like that.

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Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

8/10 Good

"The staff very welcoming and easy to communicate and enjoyed our stay"

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Very good property for the money. Bed comfortable room clean. Food was nice in the bar. Only negative which is annoying is that shower was terrible, very low water pressure in my room and the shower head fell apart when adjusting the spray pattern. I informed staff on check out, so hope it gets fixed for the next people. All in all very nice hotel and great location. I may make it my regular weekly stay for work, especially if shower issues and water pressure is sorted."

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1. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

2. Pan Pacific Melbourne

3. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

4. Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

5. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

6. Best Western Melbourne City

7. Batman’s Hill on Collins

8. Hyatt Centric Melbourne

9. Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street

10. Aura on Flinders Serviced Apartments

11. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

12. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders by IHG

13. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

14. Quincy Hotel Melbourne

15. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

16. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

17. ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

18. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

19. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

20. Clarion Suites Gateway

Where to stay in South Wharf

Melbourne Central Business District

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