What is South Wharf like?

South Wharf is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and major shopping area. Make sure that you visit DFO South Wharf and Polly Woodside as part of your South Wharf travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in South Wharf?

Based on our traveller data, Novotel Melbourne South Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay in South Wharf. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Wharf, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available in South Wharf.

What is there to do around this Melbourne neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in South Wharf are DFO South Wharf and Polly Woodside. While you're out sightseeing, Crown Casino and Marvel Stadium are a couple of additional sights to visit in Melbourne.

The Best Hotels in South Wharf, Melbourne - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for South Wharf hotels

Pan Pacific Melbourne

South Wharf

Adam

฿7,137 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

South Wharf

Stewart

฿3,493 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Suzanne

฿4,430 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

Novotel Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 18.9 km from South Wharf

Ian

฿5,602 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport, 19.4 km from South Wharf

Emma

฿7,970 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.9 km from South Wharf

Natalia

฿3,629 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Standard Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Airport Tourist Village Melbourne

17.8 km from South Wharf

Zacharia

฿3,258 total

includes taxes & fees

16 May - 17 May

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Hyde Melbourne Place

Melbourne Central Business District, 2 km from South Wharf

Linda

฿5,686 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG

Melbourne Airport, 19.1 km from South Wharf

Judith

฿4,102 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jun - 14 Jun

The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 3.9 km from South Wharf

Patrick

฿4,738 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Classic Two Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | Terrace/patio

Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.4 km from South Wharf

Joanne

฿3,253 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

View Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.3 km from South Wharf

Twila

฿3,080 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Hotel Indigo Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.6 km from South Wharf

Elysia-Erica

฿4,657 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 2.3 km from South Wharf

Louise

฿4,131 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre

17.8 km from South Wharf

Patchareeporn

฿3,938 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

River Penthouse Suite | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

1 Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 0.3 km from South Wharf

Lynda

฿7,215 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 1.9 km from South Wharf

Kathryn

฿7,970 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

The Langham, Melbourne

Southbank, 1.4 km from South Wharf

Wayne

฿6,446 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Quality Hotel Melbourne Airport

17 km from South Wharf

Ronald

฿3,539 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jun - 6 Jun

Le Méridien Melbourne

2.3 km from South Wharf

Harry

฿5,860 total

includes taxes & fees

17 May - 18 May

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Where to stay in South Wharf

Find the best South Wharf areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Melbourne Central Business District

Explore the magnificent Southbank riverfront, experience the city’s cultural charms in the arts precinct and see a glimpse of colonial history in central Melbourne.

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Southbank

The Yarra River’s waterfront offers a diverse range of hotels, galleries, bars and a casino complex.

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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.

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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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Sorrento

With a pretty bay on one side and rugged ocean on the other, this heritage seaside town is ideal for exploring the coast, seeing local art and spotting dolphins.

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Top South Wharf Hotel Reviews

ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

10/10 Excellent

"10/10 You will have a FAB STAY HERE if you decide to choose this place! It is super modern and great location ! Rooms are very crisp & clean ! Lovely space in the lobby with great vibes. Can sit down there & have a drink with a friend or solo, or do some work on your laptop, having such friendly staff there also helps ! They really are so kind and approachable, always happy to help ! You really can’t go wrong, the only thing I’d say to be aware of is if you need housekeeping to do towels/bins , all good but they can miss your room, so just give reception a call by 16;00 if they haven’t done it, they missed mine 2 of the days even though I had the correct sign on the door. The one time I got lucky calling reception and they came to finish it, but the other day they’d already gone home. But everything there in general is just amazing, its exactly like the pictures. A great mix of every age group, solo & group travellers. You can walk everywhere if you need to but there is public transport close by if you prefer ! Can’t recommend this place enough. Will definitely stay here again ! :)"