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Rydges Melbourne
4 stars

Rydges Melbourne

186 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
See location+61 396 620 511
From
C$ 152
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 2159 reviews
2,159 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 152
King room
C$ 170
Deluxe room
C$ 224

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The Rydges Melbourne hotel offers 4-star accommodations near Her Majesty’s Theatre in the Chinatown neighborhood. Also close to the hotel, guests can walk to Melbourne Central, Federation Square, Queen Victoria Market, Princess Theatre, and the Bourke Street Mall. Two metro stations are within walking distance and Tullamarine and Essendon airports are within 30 minutes’ drive.

Guests can have their choice of twin rooms, queen rooms, executive king rooms, spa suites, family suites, and select one-bedroom apartment accommodations, with 363 guest rooms available in total. This is a smoke-free property that does not permit pets. Complimentary WiFi and wired Internet are provided for all hotel guests in public areas and guest rooms. The hotel also offers a discount for offsite parking, with limited onsite self-parking available for a fee.

The hotel offers a buffet breakfast for a surcharge. There is also a restaurant in the hotel, along with a bar and lounge. 24-hour room service is available by request. The hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and lounge area, as well as access to fitness facilities for hotel guests. There is a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms for various meetings and events are provided.

The hotel front desk offers 24-hour service, concierge services, tour and ticket assistance, car rentals, and dry cleaning and laundry service. Guest rooms feature luxury accommodations and amenities, with pillowtop mattresses, minibars, and mp3 docking stations in every room. Other room amenities include cable TV, designer toiletries, and a refrigerator.

Rating
8.9
Very good
Based on 2,159 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Rydges Melbourne

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled Access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool with a view

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Rydges Melbourne

8.9
Very good
2159 verified ratings
Wonderful
890
Very good
417
Good
413
Okay
174
Fair
148
Mediocre
50
Poor
67

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests appreciated the hotel's fantastic location, with many highlighting its proximity to various attractions and dining options. However, there were several concerns regarding the service quality and cleanliness, with some guests experiencing issues during check-in or with room maintenance. Despite these drawbacks, the hotel was frequently described as modern and comfortable.
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Rachel, Jul 2023
The hotel had a great vibe, the lobby felt warm, welcoming and staff were really friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate and the location great.

Location

186 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

What's nearby

  • Bourke Street Mall0.6 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol0.6 km
  • Royal Arcade0.7 km
  • Royal Exhibition Building0.7 km
  • Block Arcade0.7 km
  • Federation Square0.8 km
  • Flinders Street Station0.8 km
  • Fitzroy Gardens0.9 km
  • Melbourne Museum0.9 km
  • Collins Street1 km
  • Southbank Promenade1.1 km
  • Melbourne Arts Centre1.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Rydges Melbourne

Low season

December

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 238
Cheapest month to stay with an average 10% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 10% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Rydges Melbourne

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Top tips for your stay at Rydges Melbourne

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Rydges Melbourne, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Rydges Melbourne, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • How long should you stay at Rydges Melbourne? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Rydges Melbourne

  • Where is Rydges Melbourne located?

    Rydges Melbourne is located at 186 Exhibition Street in Melbourne CBD, 0.4 km from the centre of Melbourne. Bourke Street Mall is the closest landmark to Rydges Melbourne.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rydges Melbourne?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Rydges Melbourne.

  • Does Rydges Melbourne offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rydges Melbourne offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Rydges Melbourne from the airport?

    Rydges Melbourne is 11.1 km from Melbourne Essendon. Rydges Melbourne is 19.6 km from Melbourne.

  • Does Rydges Melbourne have a pool?

    Yes, Rydges Melbourne has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rydges Melbourne hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rydges Melbourne in Melbourne and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Rydges Melbourne and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Rydges Melbourne.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to downtown

0.4 km

Nearest Airport

Melbourne Essendon

Distance to airport

11.0 km