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?

Sights like Polly Woodside and Plenary - MCEC 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, 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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1. Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Zoran

RM968 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern kitchen with a city view, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a bar area with a wine bottle and glass.

2. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Jeff

RM431 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

3. Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.4 km from South Wharf

RAHUL

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a lamp, and two armchairs.

4. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank, 0.4 km from South Wharf

Demi

RM494 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor patio with seating, string lights, and a view of modern buildings.

5. Hyatt Centric Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Robert

RM615 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, glass railings, and hanging plants.

6. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Ian

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple pendant lights, and a city view through large windows.

7. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

RM479 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of seating options including booths and tables.

8. Batman’s Hill on Collins

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Elna

RM438 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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9. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders by IHG

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Yuchen

RM488 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern high-rise building with multiple balconies and a view of a busy cityscape at dusk.

10. Brady Apartment Hotel Flinders Street

Yarra Riverfront, 0.6 km from South Wharf

Gregory

RM392 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, bar stools, and a large window with sheer curtains.

11. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Docklands, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Jason

RM402 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk, two staff members, a bicycle, and seating area.

12. Best Western Melbourne City

Yarra Riverfront, 0.5 km from South Wharf

michelle

RM336 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins, featuring classic architecture with large windows and a prominent entrance.

13. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.8 km from South Wharf

Jodi

RM569 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a view of the city, and a person standing by the pool.

14. Quincy Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

jignesh

RM457 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A swimming pool with a person floating on an inner tube, surrounded by glass walls and a modern ceiling design.

15. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.9 km from South Wharf

Michael

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a large window offering a city skyline view.

16. Aura on Flinders Serviced Apartments

Yarra Riverfront, 0.7 km from South Wharf

Shen

RM337 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A corridor with a glass railing, a table with two glasses and a bottle, and a bed visible through a window.

17. InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 0.9 km from South Wharf

Rod

RM851 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

18. Clarion Suites Gateway

Yarra Riverfront, 0.9 km from South Wharf

Joseph

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A pool area with a glass barrier, chairs, and tables, and a wall with greenery.

19. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 1.1 km from South Wharf

MASAYA

RM470 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A staircase with wooden railings and carpeted steps, leading to a room with a cityscape mural on the wall.

20. ibis Styles Kingsgate

Melbourne Central Business District, 1 km from South Wharf

Carolyn

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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