Novotel Melbourne Central

Novotel Melbourne Central is a 4.5-star hotel in Melbourne CBD, positioned at 399 Little Lonsdale Street beside Hardware Lane. Its location puts guests within a short stroll of Melbourne Central, Emporium and the city’s wider shopping precinct, while Melbourne Central railway station and tram stop are about 400 metres away. Docklands, Southbank and sporting venues across the central city are also accessible by Melbourne’s free tram services, making the hotel a practical base for visitors exploring the city without a car. The hotel has a 4.3 Google rating from 1,130 reviews.

Accommodation ranges from Standard and Superior rooms to Deluxe rooms and a 55-square-metre Junior Suite. Room configurations include king, single and double beds, with the largest listed room accommodating up to four guests. City views are available across the listed room types, while in-room features include a 55-inch LG television, Chromecast and free Wi-Fi. The property is entirely non-smoking and non-vaping, with air conditioning and a 24-hour reception. Valet parking is available, although the website notes that daily rates vary between weekdays and weekends, public holidays.

Pretty Boy Bar & Restaurant operates seven days for breakfast and Monday to Saturday for dinner, with a social hour listed from 4pm to 5.30pm. Its dinner service is described as a selection of classic dishes, while breakfast is served as a buffet. On Sundays, dinner is not available at Pretty Boy, but Golden Mug Cafe on the ground floor remains open until 8.30pm. These on-site options give guests a convenient place to eat without leaving the hotel, particularly useful after a day of shopping, meetings or sightseeing.

The hotel also has an Inbalance health and fitness centre on Level 3, available to Novotel guests at no extra charge, with functional cardio and weight-based equipment. Four meeting rooms support events, with the largest room measuring 89 square metres and seating up to 80 people. With its central address, business-district access, family-friendly room options and proximity to shopping, restaurants, galleries and transport, Novotel Melbourne Central suits business travellers, families, couples, solo visitors and groups attending city events. It is also a useful choice for guests who want a CBD stay with reception, breakfast, dining, fitness and meeting facilities in one property.