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Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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Relax by the pool with lounge chairs and a cushioned bench.
Hotel situated beside a body of water, offering stunning views of the surrounding cityscape.
Relax in this stylish space with a curved sofa, bookshelf, and unique stone wall featuring a cactus mural.
Enjoy a city view from the large window, relax in the seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and unwind with a flat-screen TV.
Relax in the spacious lobby, featuring a central seating area with sofas and coffee tables, a large abstract painting, and a fireplace.
Experience Melbourne's vibrant spirit at Crowne Plaza Melbourne, an IHG Hotel. Savor international flavors at Yugo Restaurant or relax by the outdoor pool with cabanas and sun loungers. With a coffee shop, bar, multilingual staff, and bicycle parking nearby Crown Casino and SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference centre
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor, No View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower | View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View (High Floor)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View (High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 54 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1-5 Spencer Street, Docklands, VIC, 3008

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marvel Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bourke Street Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 23 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 43 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 8 min walk
  • Spotswood Station - 8 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Central Station - 25 min walk
  • North Melbourne Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Crown Entertainment Complex - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crown Food Court - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Margo's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jackpot Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pub - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

When you stay at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Crown Casino. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Ottie's, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Hindi, Spanish, Thai

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 432 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site self-parking (AUD 17 per night)
    • Secured covered on-site valet parking (AUD 70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Off-site parking within 984 ft (AUD 17 per night); discounts available

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby

Working away

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Co-working spaces
  • Conference centre (12949 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike parking
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 109
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 85
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Dining

Ottie's – This restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Dive Bar – This bar specialises in local cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Pow Wow – This coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch and light fare. Open daily.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 40 to 42 for adults and AUD 25 to 25 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.9 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 65.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs AUD 17 per night
  • Covered valet parking costs AUD 70 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 17 per night (984 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Melbourne Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Hotel Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 17 per night. Valet parking costs AUD 70 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (3-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Yes, Ottie's offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG like?

Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG is located by the river in Docklands, a short 8-minute walk from Southern Cross Station and 3 minutes' walk from Crown Casino. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, yummy, and fabulous with a great selection of choices. (24 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of dining options, including a buffet breakfast and restaurants with room service. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great place to stay. The room was well appointed and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Close to all amenities and attractions. We had a lovely view over the river. Can definitely recommend for a stay in the city.
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely Hotel very conveniently positiined for DFO, Crown Casino and trams. Bery comfortable, been grdat looking over the river each night, has a cafe attached for your coffee fix in the morning. Great staff always friendly 2nd stay here and would stay again.
3-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay
1-night trip

10/10

Fabulous location, amazing view over the river
2-night trip

8/10

Excellent location for Southbank. Funny layout with curved guest rooms but worked out OK.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location
1-night trip

6/10

Very nice. Ideal if you don’t need anything in a bar-fridge or fancy a bathrobe.
2-night trip

10/10

Great location and excellent staff.
7-night trip

8/10

Breakfast buffet was amazing!
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent location, hospitality and fairly priced.
5-night trip

10/10

Love to stay here
1-night trip

10/10

Loved it, we will be back
5-night trip

10/10

Perfect location for our overnight stay in Melbourne
1-night trip

8/10

Great location Plenty of space inside room
1-night trip

10/10

Enjoyed my stay.
7-night trip

10/10

Great stay
3-night trip

10/10

Nice hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Great value and location
1-night trip

10/10

Great stay will stay again
1-night trip

10/10

Great location comfortable rooms unique style building staff were most helpful
2-night trip

10/10

The Crowne Plaza was a great hotel to stay at. You are close to the free transit area and a lot of the area is very walkable. Service was fantastic and the view from the room was great. Bed were clean and comfortable.
4-night trip

8/10

Good facilities. Perfect as a place to rest/sleep whilst you explore all that Melbourne has.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent location, very comfortable, with friendly and helpful staff, Highly Recommend
1-night trip

10/10

Great location.Comfortable stay
1-night trip

10/10

The staff were nothing short of amzing, the location of this hotel was perfect, cant wait to stay here again.
1-night trip