Melbourne is a place that caters for tourists and travellers of all tastes and budgets. Visitors can choose to stay among the vibrant centre that never sleeps, or in one of the individually atmospheric suburban areas. Choose from hostels and pubs to motels and hotels, or opt for a camping or caravanning trip on the outskirts of the city.
It is a good idea to book accommodation in advance in Melbourne, for although there is a vast range of sleeping options, places do tend to get booked up, especially in the summer months, or whenever there is an event such as the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix.
Cheap Melbourne accommodation can be found in the city centre and in the beach suburb of St Kilda, with options also available in the interesting Bohemian quarter, Fitzroy, and Windsor. Melbourne rooms are available for travellers who wish to stay for several months or more. Complete listings can be found in local papers or on the internet. The easy stay service apartment in St Kilda is one excellent option, although there are many other choices to choose from.
Many of Melbourne’s mid-range hotels can be found in the city centre, with other options dotted around the suburban areas. Melbourne Central Business District (CBD) accommodation features some great hotels and motels at extremely reasonable prices. The five-star Harbour Escape is a brilliant luxury option, while the Pensione Boutique Hotel Melbourne offers lovely rooms for reasonable prices.
The city centre is also home to the most exclusive hotels such as the five-star Langham Hotel on Southgate avenue and the Crown Towers Hotel on Whiteman street. The Grand Hotel Melbourne, a charming five-star boutique hotel can also be found in the heart of the city.
Corporate travellers may like to stay in one of Melbourne’s excellently located apartments, most of which feature wireless broadband internet connection and all modern amenities. Most of these apartments are located close to the CBD, with easy access to local shops and fine Melbourne restaurants, bars and clubs. The George Powlett Apartments offers comfortable self-contained apartments at a very reasonable price.