Best Luxury Hotels in Victoria

Located on Collins Street, one of Melbourne’s most prestigious addresses, the InterContinental is suitably sophisticated, with a blend of modern and traditional design elements across its two wings. It features the award-winning Alluvial Restaurant (set in the atrium), serving modern Australian cuisine that’s crafted using locally-sourced ingredients, as well as a bar and lounge, and a high tea service. The wellness amenities comprise a fitness centre, a sauna, an indoor pool and treatment rooms. While the public spaces lean toward grandness, the bedrooms focus on comfort, making the hotel popular with both business and leisure travellers.

Indigo Melbourne on Flinders, this boutique lifestyle hotel is a creative addition to Melbourne’s iconic Flinders Lane, which spans the city, housing both renowned restaurants on the eastern end and preserving seafaring and gold mining heritage on the western end. The hotel’s surroundings epitomise a laneway culture filled with street art, hidden cafes, bars, boutiques, and galleries. The property boasts 216 redesigned guest rooms inspired by the colourful legends of the Flinders Lane neighbourhood, notably the influential fashion photographer Helmut Newton. His work serves as a central theme in the hotel’s design, blending fashion, art, and runway elements. The hotel features a dramatic lobby-gallery space, commissioned artworks by local artists in guest rooms, a fitness centre with sustainable, body-weight-powered equipment. Additionally, the hotel offers an exciting dining experience with the Spanish bar and restaurant BESO, led by Chef Ana Cortes Garcia, offering contemporary twists on traditional Spanish tapas and an extensive selection of Victorian and Spanish wines, overseen by Guy Holder, a prominent figure in the local hospitality industry.

The Motley Hotel, part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, embodies Melbourne’s creative spirit with bold design, artistic touches, and a deep connection to the city’s heritage. Built on the historic Federation Terraces of Bridge Road, it honours the legacy of seamstress Ms. Mary Parker. Offering 80 bespoke rooms inspired by Melbourne’s arts scene, the hotel blends historical charm with modern comforts. Guests enjoy offsite gym access, room service, and exclusive local packages. Dining is a highlight, with Ms Parker serving refined dishes celebrating Melbourne’s seasonal produce, while Threads Rooftop Bar offers craft cocktails with skyline views. A favourite among locals, The Motley Hotel delivers a stylish, immersive Melbourne experience.