About this property
Located opposite Southern Cross Station in Melbourne CBD, the Great Southern Hotel Melbourne features a 24-hour reception and offers non-smoking rooms with centralised air conditioning and private en suite bathrooms. This property boasts vintage interior décor, and a modern courtyard area. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is a 10-minute walk from Crown Casino and Etihad Stadium. Bourke Street Mall is a 15-minute walk away. Each room includes a TV, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms have a private en suite bathroom, some with a bathtub. Ironing facilities and hairdryers are included in some rooms.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Laundry
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 extra-large double beds or 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 extra-large double beds or 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
2 single beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Wendy
Australia
“The great Southern is our go to accomodation when traiing it to Melbourne. Very convenient, great staff and good clean rooms” - Guyatt
Australia
“The great Southern is so convenient to everywhere. Lovely clean and tidy room.” - Lee
Australia
“Convenient to the train station and Sky bus. Great restaurant for weary travellers who slept well” - Lorraine
New Zealand
“Convenient location. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Everything a traveller needs in the room.” - Vasili
Australia
“Excellent value for money. My favourite Melbourne hotel.” - Shellbell
Australia
“We have stayed here many times as the price and location meet our needs. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The breakfast is a very reasonable price for what you get.” - Rhyll
Australia
“GSH was wayyyy better than I thought it would be for such a cheap price. I love the atrium style in the middle of the building and the room was clean, large and quiet. Plus the lovely person at reception gave me a free 11am check out because I...” - Susan
Australia
“Absolutely everything !!!! Location across from Southern Cross Station, perfect for travellers. . Friendly, helpful staff. Extremely clean and comfortable room. Such affordable rates.” - Lisa
New Zealand
“Location to Southern Cross station, the city circle tram and walkable distance to the aquarium. Great sized family room. Bathroom was a bit tired but sufficient for what we needed. Value for money Had a laundry on premises. Affordable too.” - Elizabeth
Australia
“Such great value. Comfortable, large rooms. Excellent location. Great price.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- 1903
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.





The fine print
All guests must sign the property’s Terms of Stay.
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in. This credit card and photo ID must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation and on your photo ID. If the booking has been made in a different name to the guest’s name on arrival, an authorisation form will need to be completed.
Please note that there is a non-refundable 2.0% credit card fee when you pay with a Mastercard, Visa, UnionPay, American Express, Diners Club or JCB credit card.
Early check in available for an additional $30.00 from 10:00 am only (subject to room availability).
Late check out is available for an additional $35.00 up until 1:00 pm (day use rate applies after 1:00 pm). Please notify reception by 10:00 am on your check out date if you require a late check out.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.
We offer our Great Sunrise Breakfast (One Serve of Hot Plated Breakfast: bacon, eggs, sausages, hash browns, mushrooms & baked beans, plus help yourself to toast, cereal, canned fruit, yoghurt, pancakes, coffee, tea and juice – No refills) at AUD 21.00 per person (served between 07:30 am to 10:00 am daily).
We would like to inform you that we now offer express check-in and check-out to our guests via kiosks in the hotel lobby. Please feel free to ask our friendly staff upon arrival if you need assistance.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
A damage deposit of AUD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.