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Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

A 4-star stay on Flinders Street, minutes from Melbourne's riverfront and laneways.

  • 8-minute walk to SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
  • Central Flinders Street location near trams and Southbank
  • 24-hour reception and express check-in
8.2 Great 10408 reviews Booking.com 8.2 · 10408 reviews

About

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne occupies a heritage building on Flinders Street, putting you close to the Yarra River, Southbank, and Melbourne's laneways. The hotel blends old-world charm with practical comforts, including air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, and a bar. Many rooms overlook the city or the Yarra, and the location is repeatedly praised for its convenience to trams, shops, and attractions.

The property offers a range of room types, from compact Perkins rooms to spacious suites with bathtubs and coffee machines. Guests can enjoy in-room dining, a children's buffet, and a lounge area. With 24-hour reception, room service, and laundry facilities, it suits both leisure and business travellers. Parking is available nearby, though it is not on-site.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Walkable to key Melbourne sights — SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is just 8 minutes on foot, and Crown Casino and city centre are close by.
  • Strong service and staff — Service and staff scores are among the highest at 8.6 and 8.8, and guests often mention helpful, friendly staff.
  • Great views from many rooms — Yarra view rooms and city-facing options receive positive mentions for outlook.
  • Historic character with modern amenities — Heritage building with rooms featuring air conditioning, coffee machines, and flat-screen TVs.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Older building — Guests note the building's age, which may show in some areas.
  • Staff and housekeeping can be inconsistent — While service scores are high, one guest found staff less friendly and housekeeping less efficient than expected.
  • Parking not on-site — Parking is available nearby but not at the hotel itself, which may be inconvenient for drivers.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, so you'll need to make alternative arrangements for your animal.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Perkins Premier King or Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Commerce Queen Yarra View Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Oakden Suite 2 Nightly Cocktails

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Commerce Queen Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Edwardian Room 2 Nightly Cocktails

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Commerce Heritage Queen Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Fuller Suite King 2 Nightly Cocktails

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Perkins Yarra View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Bathtub

Perkins Queen

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Perkins Twin

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Hotel Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
  • In-room breakfast
  • Children's buffet
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

In-Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Safety & Accessibility

  • Safe deposit box
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • No smoking on site
  • Lift

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.2
Great 10408 reviews

Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 10,408 reviews

Booking.com · 8.2 · 10408 reviews
8.2Verified guest

“Great location and a nice hotel, though the staff could have been friendlier and housekeeping more efficient.”

8.2Verified guest

“The location is handy, not far from Crown Melbourne Casino. Also, it's quite close to the city center.”

8.2Verified guest

“Excellent location, with very friendly and helpful staff.”

8.2Verified guest

“Everything was simply beautiful. Stayed one day, loved the hotel—spotless, with a good location to Q Vic Markets. So close to trams, shops, laneways, and the Southbank precinct, attractions, and transport. Contemporary atmosphere, above-average breakfast, and fast check-in.”

8.2Verified guest

“The city view from my room was fine. Breakfast options were diverse and delicious.”

8.2Verified guest

“The weather was wonderful, and I had a great one-night stay. Enjoyed a great restaurant breakfast.”

04 — Location

Getting around Melbourne

The property sits in Melbourne.

Getting Around: The hotel sits on Flinders Street, steps from tram stops and a short walk to Flinders Street Station. Southbank and both sides of the Yarra are easily explored on foot.

Nearby: SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is an 8-minute walk. The city center, Crown Casino, and Queen Victoria Market are within easy reach, and Melbourne's laneways and shops are close.

328 Flinders Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
297 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59. Check-out is by 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, parking is available nearby, but not on-site. You can park your car in close proximity.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.

Does the hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is an on-site restaurant, a snack bar, and a bar/lounge area. In-room breakfast is also available.

Is the hotel accessible for guests with disabilities?

Yes, the hotel has rooms and facilities for disabled guests.

What amenities are in the rooms?

Rooms include air conditioning, heating, a coffee machine (in most), a shower, and some have bathtubs. Other in-room amenities include a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV, and free toiletries.

The bottom line

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne delivers a solid, central stay with strong service and great river views at a fair price. It’s a dependable choice for first-time visitors wanting to be in the thick of Melbourne’s sights, but be prepared for its heritage quirks and nearby parking.

8.2Editor's take: A reliable, walkable base with character.

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