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Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

4.0 star property
Riverside hotel connected to the convention centre in Melbourne with a restaurant

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Bar (on property)
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View | City view from property
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Explore the area

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7 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, VIC, 3006
  • Place, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crown Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, SEA LIFE Melbourne
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View | City view from property

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • City view
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • City view
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf, and within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Crown Casino. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, MR. Carpano Dining & Bar, serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Mr Capano Bar is the hotel's own bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a 24-hour business centre. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class South Wharf hotel, attractions include Collins Street and Marvel Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • DFO South Wharf - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Crown Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Collins Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Flagstaff Station - 4 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plenary Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oporto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Boatbuilders Yard - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Byblos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The General Assembly - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

Riverside hotel connected to the convention centre in Melbourne with a restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness centre, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Melbourne South Wharf. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 347 guestrooms or units
  • 26 levels
  • Built in 2018
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Novotel Melbourne South Wharf offers 347 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (AUD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: AUD 45 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Allora-Espresso + Dessert
  • Mr Capano Bar
  • MR. Carpano Dining & Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (168 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 26 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2018
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 200 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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: from approximately AUD 45 per person
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 65 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 per cent

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf Hotel
Novotel Melbourne Wharf Hotel
Novotel Melbourne Wharf Wharf
Novotel Melbourne South Wharf Hotel
Novotel Melbourne South Wharf South Wharf
Novotel Melbourne South Wharf Hotel South Wharf

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

As of 2 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf on 4 Feb 2026 start from NZ$241.69, including 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.

Is parking available at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

Yep, Novotel Melbourne South Wharf has a self car park with in/out privileges for AUD 65 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

The closest beach to Novotel Melbourne South Wharf is St Kilda Beach (5.3 km).

What makes Novotel Melbourne South Wharf a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf.

Is Novotel Melbourne South Wharf family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Melbourne South Wharf is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Melbourne South Wharf serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

No, Novotel Melbourne South Wharf does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

roxy

Very disapointed. I pay for breadfast today. The ham and salami was off. I told one of the workers. But chef replace the salame.dark brown salami,but the white off ham was ok. I went to talk to team leader. I told him ,rhey can make people very sick. A few others people complainning each other too. When they saw me talking to team leader. Chef change the ham.. i had been in novohotel cairns ,soo nice food everything another level.. this hotel need a profesional. Clean chef. Because your novohot with off food it was a disgusting experience..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are always super friendly! Room was very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Dissatisfied
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room in handy location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, bathroom door didn’t close properly so I fixed it. Basin was brown and stained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service and a nice clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable, we had a decent view. And the Entry man when we first walked in was the most polite respcful and most helpful man ive encountered anywhere. Give him a raise.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

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

8/10 Good

JESSICA

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay with the kids at the Novotel. Comfortable rooms, parking at the exhibition was validated by the hotel. Breakfast was basic but great location to walk to Marvel stadium.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, apart from the TV not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a good stay on business. Staff were friendly and helpful. All night a wall panel buzzed waking me up intermittently however this was not reported to staff so sorry to the next person who stays. Great location right near the water and entertainment
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shannan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It ticked almost all the boxes I needed for my stay except breakfast was fairly average.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
was close to shops and pubs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The aircon did not work ! The room was like a sauna
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Liberty

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room nearby shops
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa-Maree

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent next to dfo
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The television kept on turning off randomly after 5-20min. Very annoying when trying to watch programs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

BLAIR, Prospect

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freeway side was noisy with traffic. Waiting for lift down on departure for half an hour is not acceptable. Many guests resorted to stairs. Bedding a bit light and cooling was too cool. Took a long time to warm up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025