West Executive No Housekeeping Service
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Melbourne · Victoria
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
A central 4-star hotel near Southern Cross Station, with straightforward rooms and easy access to the city's trams and waterfront.
- 24-hour reception and express check-in/out
- On-site parking available
- No pets allowed – keep it simple
7.9
Very good
13638 reviews
Booking.com 7.9 · 13638 reviews
About
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne sits on Spencer Street, roughly a 650-metre walk from Collins Street, putting you in the thick of Melbourne's central business district. Southern Cross Station is about a 5-minute walk away, which makes arrivals from the airport SkyBus straightforward and gives you quick links around the city.
The hotel keeps things functional: free Wi-Fi throughout, a 24-hour reception, currency exchange, luggage storage, and a restaurant. Rooms include air conditioning, heating, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs. It's a no-fuss option for travellers who want to be close to the action without paying for extras they don't need.
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unbeatable central location — Just a 5-minute walk from Southern Cross Station and close to Collins Street, the Yarra River waterfront, and free tram routes across the city.
- Great value for the city centre — With a rating of 7.9 for value and a price from £77, the hotel is a reasonable choice for a central Melbourne stay.
- Helpful and friendly staff — Guests highlight the smart and cooperative reception team, even during late check-ins.
- Clean, comfortable rooms — Rooms are described as tidy, comfortable, and well maintained, with updated bathrooms in many cases.
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Worth weighing
5 to weigh- Rooms can be compact — Several reviews mention rooms being small, though they also note the space is well used and comfortable.
- Wi-Fi may cost extra — While the property lists Wi-Fi as available, one guest notes that paid Wi-Fi is inconvenient if you don't want to pay.
- No pets allowed — If you're travelling with a pet, this isn't the place – the hotel's policy is no pets.
- Facilities score is modest — The facilities rating sits at 6.6, the lowest of all rating categories, suggesting the property is better for its location and value than for its on-site extras.
- Check-out is early — You'll need to be out by 10:00 AM, which might feel tight for a relaxed morning.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
West Executive Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior King Room Stair Access Only
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Family Room
- 2 Queen Size Beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room Stair Access Only
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room COVID Emergency Workers Only No Housekeeping
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room COVID Essential Workers Only No Housekeeping
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room No Housekeeping Service
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Mini Double Room No Housekeeping Service
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Mini Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior King Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior King Room No Housekeeping Service
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Family Room No Housekeeping Service
- 2 Queen Size Beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Queen Room No Housekeeping Service
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essential
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
Convenience
- Parking
- Currency exchange
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Laundry
- Safe deposit box
Room comforts
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Ironing facilities
- Carpeted floor
Dining & leisure
- Restaurant
- Leisure/TV room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.9/10 from 13,638 reviews
Booking.com · 7.9 · 13638 reviews
7.9Verified guest“Lovely old building, spotlessly clean, and the reception staff were really helpful. Perfect location in the CBD, right by the Entertainment Centre, Southern Cross Station, and public transport. Rooms were clean with updated bathrooms. Quick check-in and late checkout, and there's easy parking on-site.”
7.9Verified guest“The location was excellent.”
7.9Verified guest“Well-situated about 10 minutes on foot from the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and 5 minutes from Southern Cross Station. Close to a free tram that gets you to lots of sights. The hotel restaurant is reasonably priced and breakfast was very good. There's a pizza shop on one side and a currency exchange on the other. The room had a TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, kettle, and a fridge – some sockets even had USB ports. I had a nice view of an old building from my room.”
7.9Verified guest“The hotel has a family feel. The location is handy, about 1 mile from the Lounge.”
7.9Verified guest“Location was great.”
7.9Verified guest“Location was spot on.”
04 — Location
Getting around Melbourne
The property sits in Melbourne.
Getting around: Southern Cross Station is just a 5-minute walk, with SkyBus service from the airport and regional trains. Free tram lines along Collins and Bourke Streets make exploring the city easy.
Sights nearby: Collins Street's shopping and dining is about a 10-minute walk. The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is roughly 10 minutes on foot, and the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is just around the corner.
Food and drink: The hotel's restaurant serves breakfast with good prices, and there are pizza shops and cafés nearby for quick meals.
44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 795 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
How far is Great Southern Hotel Melbourne from Southern Cross Station?
It's about a 5-minute walk to Southern Cross Station, which is handy for the airport SkyBus and city trains.
Is breakfast included at Great Southern Hotel Melbourne?
Breakfast is not mentioned as included in the room rates. The hotel has a restaurant where breakfast is available, and one guest noted it was very good.
Does the hotel offer parking?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity, and a guest mentioned that on-site parking is easy.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, the hotel does not allow pets.
Is Wi-Fi available in the rooms?
Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, but one guest mentioned it may be paid. The hotel also has a leisure/TV room.
The bottom line
A dependable, well-located option for travellers who prioritise access to transport and the city centre over flashy amenities. The Great Southern Hotel Melbourne delivers clean, comfortable rooms with helpful staff at a fair price, though you may find the rooms compact and the facilities basic.
7.9The bottom line
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