South Wharf Travel Guide

Melbourne

A bridge over a river with tall buildings in the background and the sun setting or rising.
A sunset over a city skyline with a bridge and paddleboarders on the river.
A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings and a waterfront area.
A waterfront promenade with illuminated buildings, a bridge, and a river reflecting lights.
A waterfront bar named 'The Boatbuilders Yard' with a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular South Wharf attractions

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

8.6/10 (3,792 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre during your trip to Melbourne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

฿942
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour

฿3,254
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Great Ocean Road, 12 Apostles, Wildlife Tour
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour

From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour

฿5,001
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Melbourne: Puffing Billy and Penguin Parade Combo Tour
Edge Experience Package

Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets

฿735
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets
Melbourne Great Ocean Rd Reverse Tour London Bridge Wildlife

Great Ocean Road DeepTour 10 Stops 12 Apostles London Bridge

฿1,860
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Great Ocean Road DeepTour 10 Stops 12 Apostles London Bridge
Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, and Chocolate Tour

Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour

฿3,037
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour
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Top hotels in South Wharf

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

4 out of 5
7 Convention Centre Place South Wharf VIC
The price is ฿4,048 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,048
฿4,453 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Arrived and was told I was upgraded to a one bedroom suite so it started great until I got into the room …. The rooms heating was showing 26.8 degrees on what was a 27 degree day in Melbourne. Even when the thermostat was set to 17 degrees it did not go down in temp. Both tvs in the room also didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf
Pan Pacific Melbourne

Pan Pacific Melbourne

5 out of 5
2 Convention Centre Place South Wharf VIC
The price is ฿7,176 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿7,176
฿7,893 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Pan Pacific Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

4 out of 5
300 Spencer Street Melbourne VIC
The price is ฿2,698 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿2,698
฿2,968 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,263 reviews)
"The room is clean, but the bed is too soft, the breakfast is very simple, the staffs are very friendly."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street Melbourne VIC
The price is ฿3,389 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,389
฿3,728 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,273 reviews)
"Perfect central location. Good sized rooms. Good facilities. Breakfast hit and miss as to hot or cold cooked food. Staff great. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

5 out of 5
One Southgate Avenue Southbank VIC
The price is ฿7,422 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿7,422
฿8,164 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Langham, Melbourne
Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

5 out of 5
19 Walker Street Southbank VIC
The price is ฿6,713 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿6,713
฿7,384 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Crown Casino and Collins Street are located ...
Hannah St Hotel Melbourne
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Where to stay in South Wharf

Find the best South Wharf areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A red double-decker bus with 'City Sightseeing Melbourne' branding parked in front of a modern glass building.

Melbourne Central Business District

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

A cityscape with a prominent bridge over a river, modern skyscrapers, and historic buildings.

Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Skydeck.

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline with tall buildings, and the sun setting in the background.

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Melbourne City Marina while you're in town.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, boats docked at the pier, and a seagull on the shore.

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

A large illuminated sign spelling 'MELBOURNE' on a street at night.
Photo by Melbourne Airport
Open Photo by Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to URBNSURF Sports Park or Woodlands Historic Park.

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