RYDGES MELBOURNE, Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne - A newly renovated Collins Street hotel with rooftop pool, flexible event spaces, and Victorian dining

Located on Collins Street, Melbourne's epicenter of high fashion and theatres, this recently refurbished Melbourne hotel spans 16146 ft² across multiple levels. Rydges Melbourne features three accommodation types: rooms, suites, and apartments, each equipped with 55-inch HD Smart TVs, casting capabilities, and soundproof walls. The property houses the Locanda Restaurant & Public Bar, known for sourcing premium Victorian produce, and the Locanda Bar with its distinctive red circular design. A heated rooftop pool provides year-round swimming, while a light cardio station offers three exercise machines. Eleven flexible event spaces cater to various functions, and all rooms incorporate Australian-inspired design elements with eucalypt green and rusty ochre palettes. Rydges apartments include open-plan living areas, kitchenettes, and freestanding soaker tubs. Key landmarks within 1 mile include Federation Square, Melbourne Cricket Ground, and the Shrine of Remembrance.

Pros

Eight renowned restaurants within 984.3 ft, including Grossi Florentino and Flower Drum

Largest selection of cereals, fruits, and meats at the Rise and Shine full buffet breakfast

Direct access to Chinatown and the theatre district

Australian landscape-inspired interiors with warm spotted gum timber furnishings

Cons

Limited fitness facilities with only three cardio machines

Arts Centre Melbourne and National Gallery of Victoria require a 1.5-kilometer walk