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 Polly Woodside 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?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in South Wharf are DFO South Wharf and Polly Woodside. While you're out sightseeing, Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium are a couple of additional sights to visit in Melbourne.

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Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Adam

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Dale

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Suzanne

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 19.4 km from South Wharf

Emma

includes taxes & fees

30 May - 31 May

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

CHRISTINE

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Melbourne Airport, 19.1 km from South Wharf

Judith

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

17.8 km from South Wharf

Zacharia

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.9 km from South Wharf

includes taxes & fees

9 Jun - 10 Jun

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

17.8 km from South Wharf

Patchareeporn

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Sheraton Melbourne Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.3 km from South Wharf

Trish

includes taxes & fees

12 Jun - 13 Jun

View Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.3 km from South Wharf

Twila

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport

17 km from South Wharf

Ronald

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Le Méridien Melbourne

2.3 km from South Wharf

Harry

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.3 km from South Wharf

Louise

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.6 km from South Wharf

Elysia-Erica

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Geraldine

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

The Langham, Melbourne

Southbank, 1.4 km from South Wharf

Wayne

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.3 km from South Wharf

Joann

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.9 km from South Wharf

Natalia

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Lancemore Crossley St Melbourne

2.3 km from South Wharf

Ramez

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

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Where to stay in South Wharf

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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 Central

8/10 Good

"Good value great location"

ibis Melbourne Hotel and Apartments

4/10 Poor

"Very disappointing stay. The hotel was extremely dirty and poorly maintained. The curtains were stained and grimy, the carpets throughout the room and hallways were old and filthy, and the bathroom was very outdated. The bathroom fixtures were worn out, discolored, and even loose. There was not even a power outlet next to the bed to charge a phone, which was very inconvenient. The room had only one small, dim light, making the space feel dark and depressing. The bathroom had no ventilation at all. The photos used in the advertising are highly misleading and do not reflect the actual condition of the property. Even the carpet at the main entrance was old and badly worn, and the walls and corridors looked dirty and neglected. Overall, the hotel is in serious need of renovation and much better cleaning standards. I was genuinely shocked by the condition of the room and would not stay here again."

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"Staff were all without exception super friendly and helpful, very very good. My airconditioner heatpump in room 450 was not responding to instructions very frustrating. My daughter's toilet in room 452 was broken/blocked, moved to room 453 and the telephone didn't work. All the rooms are always clean, tidy no problems but they could do with a bit more Quality Assurance for the stuff they provide. Simple is fine, that's what we pay for, but its got to be working...."

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

6/10 Okay

"All in all an okay experience about staying in Grand Hyatt Melbourne…. First of all the room was really small and the bed didn’t look like a king bed, the water pressure was really low for the sink and toilet flush, the mattress was very uncomfortable to sleep on so couldn’t enjoy our relaxing stay which was the reason we friends decided to book over. The good part was the breakfast it had really good variety and taste and was really sumptuous. Also they gave us late check out option because of the goof up done for the spa availability!"

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Pan Pacific Melbourne

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

Sheraton Melbourne Hotel

View Melbourne

Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport

Le Méridien Melbourne

The Hotel Windsor

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

The Langham, Melbourne

Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street

Quest St Kilda Road

Lancemore Crossley St Melbourne

Where to stay in South Wharf

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Melbourne Airport

Sorrento

Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

ibis Melbourne Central

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