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Melbourne · Victoria

Rydges Melbourne

186 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000

9.4 Wonderful6384 guest reviews

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Nov 23, 2026
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Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Modern Accommodation

    Rydges Melbourne offers a range of modern rooms inspired by the Australian landscape, providing a comfortable and serene environment for guests. Choose from king rooms, suites, or apartments, all designed to cater to your needs and preferences.

  • Luxurious Amenities

    Enjoy a seamless check-in experience, stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi, and take advantage of the interactive fitness studio and outdoor rooftop pool. Indulge in delectable dishes at the new signature restaurant and bar, or opt for 24-hour in-room dining for convenience.

  • Versatile Event Spaces

    Whether you're in town for business or pleasure, Rydges Melbourne has you covered with nine state-of-the-art conference and event venues. The expansive outdoor terrace offers stunning views of Her Majesty's Theatre and Chinatown, perfect for hosting memorable gatherings.

Book your stay at Rydges Melbourne now to experience the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and luxury.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

  • Good food quality

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Pools & wellness

  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

6,384 reviews
7/ 10
location was convenient
Travice · couple · 2026-10-14

The guest experience

9.4out of 10
6384 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff
  • Good food quality
  • Clean rooms

Worth knowing — Noise from nearby establishments · Issues with bed comfort · Overbooking during check-in

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.8

    Hotel location received high praise for being central and ideal for sightseeing.

  • Service9.8

    Staff were described as friendly and helpful throughout multiple reviews.

  • Overall Experience9.7

    Overall experiences shared were positive, with many guests eager to return.

  • Cleanliness9.3

    Rooms were reported as clean and pleasant, but some issues with bathroom water could imply minor cleanliness concerns.

  • Food and Beverage9.3

    Food quality at the hotel was highlighted positively, especially breakfast options.

  • Room Quality9.3

    Most rooms were described as nice and well-appointed, although some issues with noise were noted.

  • Value for Money9.3

    Good perceived value based on quality and services provided during the stay.

  • Amenities8.8

    Amenities like the rooftop pool and restaurant are well-received but minor complaints about the iron board were noted.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Remarkably consistent

92% of 12 recent stays rated 8+

9.46384 reviews

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Travice · couple · 2026-10-14

    “location was convenient”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Jessica · couple · 2026-10-14

    “Amazing property in a prime location. Staff are always lovely and spacious clean rooms!”

  • Comfortable centrally located hotel near the china town district.

    8/10

    Susan · extended group · 2026-10-13

    “Easy check-in and staff very helpful. The dining area for breakfast was nice & open with comfy booths nearby for business calls etc.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Corinne · couple · 2026-10-13

    “Location was great. Room a good size and modern. Comfortable and clean.”

  • Can’t recommend Rydges Melbourne enough, wonderful facilities, comfortable beds, lovely staff

    10/10

    Jayne · couple · 2026-10-13

    “The breakfast was amazing, so much to choose from! I have never had such a comfortable bed in a hotel before, and had a wonderful sleep. The check in and out online was so easy, and using the kiosk on arrival so quick for keycards.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Katie · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Clean and modern rooms”

  • Has a great time , staff where great and beds supper comfortable.

    9/10

    Darren · extended group · 2026-10-12

    “Clean comfortable and great location”

  • Great choice of accommodation

    10/10

    kascha · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Always a comfortable stay at the Rydges Melbourne. We love staying here, it still feels brand new as it is so clean and fresh. Can’t complain about anything in this hotel!”

  • Exceptional service

    10/10

    Wendy · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Location and comfort”

  • Lived up to expectations

    9/10

    Marjoriebear · family with children · 2026-10-10

    “Lovely room, comfy beds, Breakfast through room service was exceptional”

  • Beatifully appointed interiors in a great location. Close to theatres and restaurants.

    10/10

    Andrea · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Really well appointed rooms and a great location. Perfect stay.”

  • Location is key for a good night out in Melbourne

    8/10

    Anon · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Location. Everything is within walking distance- bars, restaurants and shopping. Self- Check in was straightforward. Our room on the 21st floor was clean and relatively large. Although the hotel was busy the Elevator service was fast and efficient.”

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