The Best Kid-Friendly Places To Stay In Melbourne

A change is as good as a rest and we’ve checked out family-friendly accommodation in Melbourne so you don’t have to.

If you're more than ready for a fun staycation, or planning a mini city break with kids, here are our top picks of stylish, kid-friendly, affordable places to stay while you’re in one of Australia’s best cities.

The Best Kid-Friendly Places To Stay In Melbourne

1. Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park

 

Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park is a contemporary cosmopolitan Melbourne hotel with a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, gym, Mortimer's gin bar and Windows restaurant. It’s directly opposite Albert Park and Lake where guests can opt for a picnic or hire a boat to explore the lake. It’s a cool tram ride away from the beaches of St Kilda, vibrant Chapel Street, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Luna Park, and Melbourne CBD.

Its proximity to Melbourne’s top attractions makes it a great option for families who are welcomed year-round and catered for with annual school holiday packages that include overnight accommodation, late check-out, daily breakfast, a free kids meal with every paying adult at its family-friendly Windows restaurant, welcome amenity and discounted tickets to Luna Park.

2. Hotel Chadstone Melbourne - MGallery Collection

The gorgeous Hotel Chadstone Melbourne - MGallery Collection is an exceptional choice for families looking for a luxurious stay in Melbourne. The hotel’s chic design offers a blend of comfort and elegance, ensuring guests feel at home while basking in a touch of glamour.

Located next to Chadstone, one of the world’s largest shopping and entertainment hubs, families will be spoilt for choice with a range of dining and activities at their doorstep. The hotel’s impressive indoor rooftop pool is perfect for splashing out and cooling off with stunning views, while the Holism Spa offers indulgent treatments for parents in need of some relaxation. With a complimentary shuttle service to Melbourne’s CBD and a covered walkway to the shopping centre, Hotel Chadstone is super convenient for families and an ideal sanctuary for your Melbourne getaway.

3. The Westin Melbourne

The Westin Melbourne offers spectacular views over the CBD, St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne Town Hall, and the bustling city below. Awesome features include dining amongst the treetops of Collins Street at Allegro restaurant, Melbourne’s best high tea, and possibly the city’s only High Cheese https://www.westinmelbournedining.com.au/highcheese.

Westin Family programs make this a super kid-friendly hotel for families with a family travel journal and a local activity guide full of engaging activities, the free Westin ‘eat well menu’ for kids, and a family package with up to 50% off a second room, with connecting rooms dependent on availability.

4. Stamford Plaza Melbourne

 

Stamford Plaza Melbourne provides all-suite luxury accommodation at the 'Paris end' of Little Collins Street in Melbourne CBD. It’s within walking distance to Collins Street boutiques, the theatre district, and sporting venues such as the MCG, Olympic Park Tennis and AAMI Park Soccer stadium.

Kids are treated like royalty at the Stamford Plaza Melbourne with a Family Binge Package that welcomes you with two thoughtful kids packs full of special treats and invites you to enjoy cosy movie nights, unlimited in-house movies, free popcorn, and noon checkouts. ​

5. Alto Hotel

 

Alto Hotel is an award-winning apartment hotel that prides itself on sustainability and serenity. This unique boutique Melbourne hotel was one of the first ever environmentally rated hotels in Melbourne CBD.

Eco-conscious parents will love the choice of stylish apartment living or hotel rooms, and access to The Green Room, Alto’s ground floor lounge, business centre, breakfast room and library where you can relax with a complimentary espresso, hot chocolate or cup of tea.

6. The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands

 

You get great service and private apartments at The Sebel Residences Melbourne Docklands. Choose one, two or three bedrooms with a private balcony and epic views of Victoria Harbour or the Melbourne skyline.

The Sebel Residences offer 50% off second room bookings for families travelling with kids and the Docklands NewQuay Promenade is a prime waterfront location providing entertainment for the whole family with shopping, dining and fun activities, moments from Melbourne CBD.

7. Melbourne Marriott Hotel

Melbourne Marriott Hotel is a five-star treasure in ‘downtown’ Melbourne’s vibrant theatre district. Start your adventures with a meal at the hotel's restaurant, Essence, or a cocktail at M Bar and then head out to Melbourne’s Emporium, Melbourne Central and Bourke Street shopping precincts. Melbourne Park, the State Library of Victoria, the Royal Exhibition Building, the Melbourne Museum, Parliament House and other famous attractions are also nearby.

The M Passport Family Package sets you up for a Melbourne family adventure that starts with a kids' arrival amenity pack and arrival cheese board for parents as you check into your deluxe double/twin room for an overnight that includes breakfast for two adults and two children under 12, and daily valet parking.​

8. Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders

Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders is an accommodation hub designed with curious adventurers in mind. It’s a stylish icon of the Flinders Lane neighbourhood and an ode to artist Helmut Newton who launched his career here where you will now find Melbourne’s signature hidden bars and eclectic fashion boutiques.

Children of any age are welcome at the hotel and they can stay and eat for free. The hotel has family and adjoining rooms and is located just 600 metres from Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, and a short walk from Etihad Stadium, Melbourne Convention Centre, South Wharf, and Southern Cross train station.

9. Mantra on Little Bourke

Mantra on Little Bourke is a boutique-style all-suite hotel in the financial district of Melbourne CBD in a quiet street close to eateries, boutiques, cafés, laneways, bars, galleries, parks, Melbourne Central and Emporium shopping centres and the Etihad Stadium and MCG sporting complexes.

Families can enjoy two-bedroom apartments with the opportunity to interconnect them for bigger groups. Parents love the convenience of the on-site sauna, gym and Alibi urban gastropub.

10. Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens

 

Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens is within walking distance of Melbourne’s oldest park, Flagstaff Gardens. Head over for a stroll after lunch at HQ’s on William, or get your workout at the rooftop gym before you wind down at the spa.

Rad Family World makes every stay an adventure with games, toys, and amenities for young guests. First, there’s a warm welcome at check-in with a welcome pack packed with gifts, games, quizzes, activities, crayons, a drink voucher and a passport to get stamped throughout the hotel. Then there’s a kids’ menu full of healthy comfort food, and kids' placemats to put the crayons to use. All wrapped up with family rooms, kids' bath products, matching robes, fluffy flip flops, and family TV. ​

11. Pegasus Apart'Hotel

Pegasus Apart'Hotel is a full-service, four-star hotel tucked away in one of Melbourne’s famed hidden laneways. It’s at the northwest end of the CBD with easy access to everything Melbourne has to offer.

Two-bedroom rooms are great for families and two-bedroom family rooms have fun, themed decor, separate living space, separate kids TVs, game consoles, high chairs, cots and extra bedding as required.

12. Crown Metropol Melbourne

 

Crown Metropol Melbourne towers over Melbourne’s Southbank precinct, minutes from the CBD. It boasts sky-high swimming at the heated infinity pool, the comfiest beds you’ve ever slept in, unfussy service, and bars and restaurants that cater to every type of foodie. Enjoy cocktails on the green at Holey Moley or handmade dim sum in Silks restaurant’s stunning Chinese garden.

13. QT Melbourne

 

QT Melbourne is a velvety dream of industrial chic, moody lighting and high fashion. There’s a discreet rooftop bar that reflects Melbourne’s hidden laneway gems, New Orleans-style Pascale Bar & Grill, and Tanto Japanese restaurant that invites you to be a “Samurai in your own kitchen” and you can even bring your own knives in for expert sharpening.

If your family includes fur children you’ll love the Pup Yeah Package. QT invites you to “give your best fur-iend a new leash on life” with pet-friendly rooms, poochie mini bars full of dog treats, in-room dog dinner menus designed by QT Head Chef (and Head of Treats) Nic Wood, and the option to book luxury grooming sessions.

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