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. A visit to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include Crown Casino, Marvel Stadium and Collins Street. While you're out sightseeing, Melbourne Central and Rod Laver Arena are a couple of additional sights to visit in Melbourne.

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Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Leon

RM955 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jun - 20 Jun

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

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Dale

RM408 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Taylah

RM636 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Suzanne

RM479 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 19.4 km from South Wharf

Kerrianne

RM969 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jun - 21 Jun

Quality Hotel Taylors Lakes

19.2 km from South Wharf

Glenn

RM557 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Melbourne Airport, 19.1 km from South Wharf

Judith

RM527 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hyde Melbourne Place

Melbourne Central Business District, 2 km from South Wharf

Kela

RM693 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.6 km from South Wharf

Nicole

RM639 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

17.8 km from South Wharf

Olivia

RM461 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.3 km from South Wharf

Louise

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Le Méridien Melbourne

2.3 km from South Wharf

Fletcher

RM713 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.9 km from South Wharf

Dean

RM969 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.9 km from South Wharf

Natalia

RM426 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.4 km from South Wharf

Fitoon

RM396 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

The Langham, Melbourne

Southbank, 1.4 km from South Wharf

Dean

RM870 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.6 km from South Wharf

Jacqueline

RM525 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

1 Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.3 km from South Wharf

Katrina

RM878 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jul - 10 Jul

The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 3.9 km from South Wharf

Patrick

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

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

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 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

With a pretty bay on one side and rugged ocean on the other, this heritage seaside town is ideal for exploring the coast, seeing local art and spotting dolphins.

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Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"breakfast very nice air-condition a bit noisy"

1 Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"We (family of 4 with two young daughters) loved our stay at 1 Hotel Melbourne. It is a lovely new hotel with very modern rooms and facilities; lots of timber, earthy tones and beautiful feature plants. The immaculate indoor pool, sauna and steam room were very much appreciated on the cooler rainy days. The reception and concierge staff were extremely helpful and friendly. We could not fault our stay at Hotel 1 and will stay there again when we next visit Melbourne."

Meriton Suites Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Certainly lived up to the great reviews. Our little one-bedroom apartment on one of the middle floors had a fantastic view and was extremely clean. Nice to have a coffee machine, dishwasher and kitchenette. The bed was comfortably firm and as others have noted, the place was wonderfully quiet at night. Lovely staff and very handy for transport links. We'd definitely stay again."

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Pan Pacific Melbourne

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Quality Hotel Taylors Lakes

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Hyde Melbourne Place

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

The Hotel Windsor

Le Méridien Melbourne

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Quest St Kilda Road

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

The Langham, Melbourne

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

1 Hotel Melbourne

The StandardX, Melbourne

Dorsett Melbourne

Where to stay in South Wharf

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Melbourne Airport

Sorrento

Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

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