Rydges Melbourne

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Cocktail bar, alfresco dining, open daily
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Exterior
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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186 Exhibition Street,, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Collins Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Central
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Rydges King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Deluxe King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Corner King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Deluxe Corner King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Accessible Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Executive Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Twin King Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Rydges Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rydges Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Rydges King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Accessible King

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Deluxe Corner King

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Corner King

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Rydges Twin King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, Rydges Melbourne is adjacent to Princess Theatre and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Collins Street. This 370-room, 4.5-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Collins Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Melbourne Central - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bourke Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Parliament Station - 4 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 14 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bobby McGees - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Secret Kitchen Chinatown - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rydges Pool Deck - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Traveller - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Elephant & Wheelbarrow - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rydges Melbourne

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Rydges Melbourne enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for AUD 60 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a conference center, a computer station, and express check-in.
55-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Sitting areas, minibars, and safes are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 60 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 40 to 40 for adults and AUD 20 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bossley
  • Bossley

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (6,458 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Portable shower seat
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 22 floors
  • Built in 1972
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 80.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 40 to 40 for adults, and AUD 20 to 20 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 60 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 80.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rydges Melbourne?

Rydges Melbourne offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Rydges Melbourne?

This hotel is situated in Melbourne Central Business District, just steps from Princess Theatre, and within a 10-minute walk of Melbourne Central and Collins Street. You'll also find Bourke Street Mall and Queen Victoria Market less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Rydges Melbourne?

Yes, secured parking is offered for AUD 60 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Rydges Melbourne include a casino on the premises?

No, Rydges Melbourne doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rydges Melbourne?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM.

Is Rydges Melbourne good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining.

Does Rydges Melbourne have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Rydges Melbourne feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rydges Melbourne serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bossley.

Does Rydges Melbourne allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rydges Melbourne.

Are there connecting rooms at Rydges Melbourne?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Rydges Melbourne?

The closest major airport to Rydges Melbourne is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 9.5 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 13.9 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rydges Melbourne?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Rydges Melbourne.

Does Rydges Melbourne host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Rydges Melbourne if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Reviews

Rydges Melbourne Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 742 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 742 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 742 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 742 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 742 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen, Wellington

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Siegfried Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to Chinatown and just a short walk to train and tram stops. Good value!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible service - friendly, kind and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay. Will recommend and return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location & very clean

We stayed in the deluxe suite. The suite itself was incredible, beautifully modern style, the CLEANEST hotel room I have ever stayed in. A great location, within walking distance to everything. The bed was comfy enough, my husband had no complaints but I have some lower back issues and bursitis in my hips and the bed on each side felt kind of worn, in the middle there was a bump that had the original cushioning which was comfy. There was a strip light under the vanity that wouldn’t turn off, I believe it’s a sensor one but we left the bathroom door closed for hours and it didn’t go off. So if you are light sensitive keep that in mind. If you’re there on a Saturday night and sensitive to noise there was a lot of live music noise from nearby venues, I was on level 9 and it was quite loud in the room, but did stop around 10-11pm. Friday and Sunday night were completely quiet to outside noise. Some noise from the bathroom above (running water etc) which is expected. Self check in/out kiosk was great, super easy and fast. Service was also wonderful when we required it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. We have been to Melbourne a few times and this was probably one of the best. Had an accessible room which was brilliant
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff not that friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm looking forward to coming back another time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was immaculate. Will definitely be staying here again!
Chinatown is literally a short walk to Little Bourke Street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay, staff were friendly and accommodating. Room was above expectation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel ….
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in central location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great nights sleep at the Rydges on Exhibition! Lovely rooms, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - very speedy check-in and check-out. Room was immaculate and very well thought out with lots of extra touches - two sinks in the bathroom was a bonus. Conveniently located - I will be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice to revisit Rydges, having not stayed there in many years! The refurbishment and modernisation was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were good value and the bed was comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025