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Docklands - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Docklands. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Docklands:$180/night
Cheapest price found:$90/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$107 - $315
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$112 - $185
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Top-rated Docklands, Melbourne hotels

Browse through properties in Docklands that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 313 properties in Docklands and data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
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Quest Docklands
Quest Docklands
Quest Docklands
750 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$94
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Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$133
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Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
66 Aurora Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$88
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Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne
Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne
Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne
33 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
0.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$116
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Akom At Docklands
Akom At Docklands
Akom At Docklands
26 Saint Mangos Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$117
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The Sebel Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Melbourne Docklands
18 Aquitania Way, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.3 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$121
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Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
443 Docklands Drive, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$122
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Cheapest hotels in Docklands, Melbourne

Discover affordable stays in Docklands that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Docklands can be found for as low as $117 per night. There is currently one property in Docklands that can be booked for this price. Peppers Docklands is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Docklands. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024
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Peppers Docklands
Peppers Docklands
Peppers Docklands
679 Latrobe Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$117
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Other accommodations in Docklands

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Docklands. There are 313 hotels in Docklands and price data was last updated on April 27, 2024. The average price for a stay in Docklands is $180/night.
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Quest Newquay
Quest Newquay
Quest Newquay
26 Caravel Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$90
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The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.3 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$86
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Where to stay in Docklands

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About Docklands

Once an area of swampland, Docklands is now a bustling harbour district on the edge of Melbourne’s CBD. It’s renowned for its waterfront dining establishments, shopping centres and family-friendly attractions, as well as a permanent exhibition of large-scale sculptural works.

Things to do in Docklands

Docklands is home to attractions that will appeal to the entire family, including Harbour Town’s sports car simulators and the glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course of Glow Golf. On a hot summer’s day, you can cool off while skating on the Icehouse’s Bradbury Rink or watch teams battle it out in the Australian Ice Hockey League.

While exploring Docklands, keep an eye out for the contemporary sculptures that dot the suburb, transforming it into an open-air gallery. Highlights include the “Threaded Field” (which loops around Etihad Stadium), the famous “Cow Up a Tree” and the dynamic “Blowhole” that is a must-see on windy days. Several of the sculptures are best viewed after dark, including “Aurora”, “Heartland” and “Field of Play”.

Need a retail fix? Browse the fashion retailers that cluster in Southern Cross Station or grab bargains at the Spencer Outlet Centre. The District Docklands is home to homewares stores, a cinema complex and the Funlab entertainment zone, as well as a wide choice of cafes, bars and restaurants. Visit on the weekend to experience the buzz of Dockland’s waterfront Sunday Market, where you’ll find everything from art to antiques and live entertainment.

Getting around Docklands

Docklands is around 10 minutes’ drive from the Melbourne CBD and 20 minutes from Melbourne Airport. Regular trains connect to the Southern Cross railway station and Docklands is served by several tram routes. Ferries also connect Docklands to Melbourne’s city centre and designated bicycle paths traverse the suburb.

Facts about staying in Docklands, Melbourne

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  • What is the best place in Docklands for bars and restaurants?

    When looking for hotels in Docklands to be close to the local bars and restaurants, you'll want to find spots close to Docklands Stadium, like Quest Docklands or Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands. These properties are a short walk away from most of the local attractions. Around the corner, you'll find The Social Club, Garden Gate Bar and The Carvery. All three of these places offer quality nighttime food and drinks. Start off at The Carvery to enjoy some highly rated cuts of meat, before heading over to the Garden Gate Bar for some after-dinner drinks and ending the night off at The Social Club. If you're in a Docklands hotel closer to Ron Barassi Snr Park, like Four Points by Sheraton, you'll be within walking distance of local favourites like the Urban Alley Brewery, as well as Almina, which offers classic Lebanese cuisine and water views.

  • What is the best place for a family holiday in Docklands?

    Docklands is a suitable location for family holidays; there’s a wide range of family-friendly restaurants in and around the dock, as well as fun things to do both in Docklands and in nearby neighbourhoods. You'll want to find Docklands accommodation further north, above the dock, to be close to public transport and close to family-friendly restaurants like The Pancake Parlour. You'll also be a short walk away from the local Ron Barassi Park, which is a great place for water views and a picnic spot. The Australian Cartoon Museum is also within walking distance from Docklands hotels just north of the dock.

  • What are the best things to do and see in Docklands?

    Although small, Docklands is teeming with activities for everyone to enjoy, as well as a wealth of sights to see, museums to explore and food to indulge in. Find Docklands accommodation around the Docklands Stadium, such as Peppers Docklands or Readyset Apartments At Stadium, to be close to attractions like the stadium itself, the Cow Up a Tree Sculpture, Docklands Park and Monument Park. If you're keen for something a little different, check out ArtVo, an immersive optical illusion gallery that's sure to blow your mind, and Webb Bridge is a worthwhile stop for the architecture lover in you. If you're travelling with kids, you'll want to take time out of your day for The Australian Cartoon Museum. If you head a little further west from Docklands, you can check out the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, which offers a range of exotic sea creatures and provides a hands-on approach.

  • How do you get to Docklands from the city centre?

    If you're looking for a good way to get from Melbourne city centre to hotels in Docklands, you'll be glad to know there are a couple of public transport options available. If you make your way to Central Station, you can hop on the line 30 tram, which leaves the station every 10min or so and will get you to the harbour in around 5-8min. The line 220 bus leaves from the corner of La Trobe Street and Queen Street, which is a roughly 5min walk from Central Station. This bus leaves every 20min or so and generally takes just under 10min to get you to the harbour in Docklands.

  • What are the best hotels in Docklands?

    1,625 reviews rated Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands with an average score of 8.6/10. It may also be worth looking into the Crowne Plaza Melbourne, which received a rating of 8.4/10 from 5,328 reviews. Peppers Docklands could also be a good option, with a score of 8.0/10 from 1,556 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel near Melbourne Cricket Ground?

    The Victoria Hotel is a good hotel close to Melbourne Cricket Ground - it has scored 8.1 over 11,596 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Docklands near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre?

    The most popular hotel near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is The Victoria Hotel, with 11,596 HotelsCombined users scoring it 8.1/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Rod Laver Arena?

    If you’re planning to stay near Rod Laver Arena, you should consider The Victoria Hotel, which has a score of 8.1 from 11,596 reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Docklands cost?

    Searches in the last 72 hours suggest an average price of around $82/night is normal for a hotel in Docklands.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Docklands?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Docklands starting from $73 per night in the last 3 days.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Docklands?

    The most popular landmark in Docklands is Melbourne Cricket Ground located in Melbourne, followed by Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Rod Laver Arena, located in Melbourne and Melbourne, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Docklands, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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