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Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

4.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers - Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG (Docklands)
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Experience Melbourne's vibrant spirit at Crowne Plaza Melbourne, an IHG Hotel. Savor international flavors at Yugo Restaurant or relax by the outdoor pool with cabanas and sun loungers. With a coffee shop, bar, multilingual staff, and bicycle parking nearby Crown Casino and SEA LIFE Melbourne.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $120
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

Why we love this property

Mountain city views
Discover the perfect blend of luxury and location in this riverside hotel. Breathtaking mountain vistas await from the heart of the city center.
Culinary wonderland
This hotel serves local flavors at its restaurant and cafe. It offers a bar, buffet breakfast, and vegan, vegetarian, and locally-sourced options.
Sleep like royalty
Hypo-allergenic and premium bedding ensure heavenly rest at this luxury hotel. Blackout drapes and 24-hour room service complete the regal experience.

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View (High Floor) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View (High Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 54 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Casino View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor, Casino View)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor, Casino View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
1-5 Spencer Street, Docklands, VIC, 3008

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Flinders Lane - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • DFO South Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 23 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 26 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 43 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 8 min walk
  • Essendon Station - 11 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 16 min walk
  • Flagstaff Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne Central Station - 25 min walk
  • North Melbourne Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackpot Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zero Gradi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rhumbas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Byblos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Chan - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG

You'll be in a fantastic location at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG, just a 5-minute walk from Crown Casino and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Ottie's, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 432 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (AUD 45 per night)
    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (AUD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Offsite parking within 656 ft (AUD 45 per night); discounts available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Working away

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (12949 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 33
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Ottie's - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Dive Bar - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Pow Wow - This coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch, and light fare. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 40 to 42 for adults, and AUD 25 to 25 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.9 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 65.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs AUD 45 per night
  • Covered valet parking costs AUD 80 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 45 per night (656 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Melbourne Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Hotel Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs AUD 45 per night. Valet parking costs AUD 80 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (3-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG?

Yes, Ottie's offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG like?

Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG is located by the river in Docklands, a short 8-minute walk from Southern Cross Station and 3 minutes' walk from Crown Casino. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, fresh, plentiful, fabulous, and perfect with a great selection of choices. (27 reviews)
  • The property offers a variety of dining options, including a buffet breakfast and restaurants with room service. (4 reviews)
  • The gym facilities were good with a good amount of equipment and machines available. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and the room was fantastic. quiet and excellent shoer and facilities
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our accommodation was absolutely stunning and very clean, fantastic location and wonderful staff.
Chantelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay
Jacqueline Jeanette, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything from check in until check out was excellent. Lovely staff
Judy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, beautiful rooms and fantastic amenities - will definitely stay here again
Paula, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

staff bent over backwards to help us out with a little issue. The beds are very comfy and it’s a great location. Definitely staying there again.
Belinda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

really great location, near the river and Casino
Darren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great staff awesome breakfast great location
Rob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is always a pleasure to stay there. The staff are wonderful the beds are so comfy and the food is delicious 😋
Lorraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay, great location and amazing service. The manager Mark was outstanding! Will definitely stay again Thank you
Bryce, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay with ease of access to the city centre and casino
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lakashna on tge front desk was lovely
Tracey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was perfect!
YAN, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent city hotel

Great location. Perfect Hotel
Elizabeth, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, comfortable bed, great shower, beautiful views.
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and views of city

Great location, best views of Yarra River and skyscrapers. Room spacious, comfortable and very friendly staff.
DONALD, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay with a fantastic view of Southbank. Would definitely recommend!
Grant, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean room , beautiful view of the river and casino . The staff were amazing so helpful especially Daniel the concierge with recommendations for dinner , the best Italian I’ve ever eaten . And the buffet breakfast was scrumptious. Highly recommend 😊
Tina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great service, great rooms and lovely gesture for my partners birthday.
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place! Will be staying again
Jacinda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff great hotel

From the moment we arrived to the moment we checked out the stay was amazing. The staff are super kind and helpful and I could not rate this place higher! Will definitely be coming back especially due to how friendly the staff were and really made me feel special. The view is also amazing
Braden, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and easy access! Staff were super friendly
Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great friendly staff, good size room.
Maryanne, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room was very dirty and old. There was an old band aid on the floor
Natasha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great experience all round.
jason, 1-night trip