“A grand dame of a hotel, this five star icon has been welcoming guests to elegant rooms & suites with carved wooden beds, rich textiles & 12ft ceilings since 1883. Famous afternoon teas & gourmet fare are a highlight — as is the superb central location. A classic stay for business or leisure.”

Recommended for

  • Foodies

    • Foodies will adore the sensational cuisine at Aru, Sunda and One Eleven — as well as fresh pastries and beautiful afternoon teas
  • Romantic Break

    • A grand city hotel with a long history and a real sense of place, perfect for classic romantics
  • Restaurant

    • Dine at the elegant One Eleven, feast on pub favourites at the Cricketers Bar, or head to award-winning restaurants Aru & Sunda
  • Historic

    • Established in 1883 by shipping magnate George Nipper, this grand dame of a hotel has 12-ft ceilings & stacks of character
  • Museums

    • Admire the Melbourne Museum's exhibits in Carlton Gardens, or take the little ones to the nearby IMAX theatre
  • Other Activities

    • The nearby Melbourne Cricket Ground (known as the MCG) hosts international test matches as well as football
  • Designer Shopping

    • Shop for designer goods on the section of Collins Street between Swanston Street and Spring Street
  • Artworks

    • Admire an impressive art collection, including works by the artist Ernest Buckmaster
  • Landmark

    • A Melbourne icon, the hotel pre-dates Raffles in Singapore and the Savoy in London
  • Family Suites

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Lively

  • Learning

  • Colonial

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Lively area

  • Local markets

  • Opulent

  • Grand Hotel

  • Boutique

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Antiques

  • Child friendly

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Business Hotel

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Close to nightlife

  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Air conditioning

  • Downtown

  • Conference facilities

  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms

    135 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Dine at the elegant One Eleven, feast on pub favourites at the Cricketers Bar, or head to award-winning restaurants Aru & Sunda
  • Bar

    Whether you're dreaming of an impressive wine selection, craft beers or cocktails — the hotel has it all
  • No pets

  • Private dining room

  • Shops

  • Massage

  • Cots available

  • Meeting Room

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Family Suites

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Parking

  • Bath robes

  • Business Centre

  • Good wine list

  • Babysitting

  • Lift

  • EV Charging Station

  • Suites

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Safe

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Conference facilities

Activities

  • Museums

    • Admire the Melbourne Museum's exhibits in Carlton Gardens, or take the little ones to the nearby IMAX theatre
  • Other Activities

    • The nearby Melbourne Cricket Ground (known as the MCG) hosts international test matches as well as football
  • Designer Shopping

    • Shop for designer goods on the section of Collins Street between Swanston Street and Spring Street
  • Theatre

    • Catch a show at Her Majesty's Theatre, or at the famous Princess Theatre just alongside the hotel
  • Learning

  • Local markets

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Close to nightlife

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Hotel Windsor - Hotel Review

"A hallowed, occasionally creaky, old dame, one that’s played host to everyone from Harry Houdini to Metallica. It pleases with its old-fashioned charm and architectural grace, generously sized rooms and kindly service, despite being betwixt and between a former grandeur and a total makeover in 2020."

Originally published by Telegraph Travel

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