33 Spencer Street, Docklands, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
#58 of 213 hotels in Melbourne
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1372 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.8
Free Wifi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 7, 2024
David
AustraliaNo breakfast
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 3, 2024
Murray
AustraliaPerfect in every way
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 1, 2024
Steuart
AustraliaAll good
Great bed mattress and pillow. Excellent soundproofing. Regal building.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 31, 2024
Jacqueline
AustraliaLoved. Historic building. Classic, personable old style customer service. Room was huge and the kitchen well equipped. Parking is great! Easy access to all the best parts of the Melbourne CBD. Our room was wonderfully quiet and the bed very comfortable.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 30, 2024
Bayden
AustraliaSome areas of the building showing their age. We encountered a couple of minor cleanliness issues, particularly in the elevator. The weather during our stay wasn’t great, but I know you can’t control that one!
The friendly greeting and helpfulness of the staff at reception, on arrival, and any interactions during our stay. Really enjoyed the interactions with Denis’s brother Tom, all the way from America, (while Denis was off gallivanting in Paris for the Olympics). He went out of his way to be warm and friendly. Since moving to QLD from Victoria and having stayed at the Grand over many years, we love the history and grandeur of the place and will return for sure. Location, location, location. How central Melbourne can you get! Public transport at the door. Entertainment precincts of Crown Casino, Marvel Stadium and The District at Southbank. What more could you ask for!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 30, 2024
Chris
AustraliaVery spacious, clean, and friendly staff. Fantastic location!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 30, 2024
Melissa
AustraliaThere was not enough parking and when cars pulled into the carpark, there was not enough room to turn around and get out.
Fantastic location, beautiful building and the facilities were fantastic
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 28, 2024
Amanda
AustraliaRoom decor little dated but it is a very old beautiful building so not surprised or disappointed buy that
Very comfortable, massive room and clean. Brilliant customer service even got a room upgrade. Was able to leave the car there after check out to explore the city
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 27, 2024
Paula
New ZealandWe requested a bath but got up graded which was nice but no bath
We want a heritage hotel an this was excellent The standard was very high And location great
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Dennis
AustraliaN/a
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 24, 2024
Barry
AustraliaReception staff were amazing and so helpful.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Dhewitton
CanadaExcellent location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Hayley
AustraliaOnly downfall which isn’t even a biggie but would be no smart TVs in the room. But like a said not a biggie
Absolutely amazing room for us and the 3 kids. Swimming pool was great for the kids being heated at 29 degrees during winter. Staff were absolutely sensational and nothing was an issue for them.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Therese
AustraliaNothing
The mattress and pillows were super comfy!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Joy
AustraliaI could hear lots of banging and stomping from the floor above mine, so luckily I'd bought ear plugs, which muffled the noise at least.
Such a grand old hotel, and amazing architecture from a bygone era. Very old worldly, and in remarkable condition. A wonderful tribute to old Melbourne.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Grant
AustraliaLocation Denis is awesome
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 21, 2024
Jeffrey
AustraliaNil
Location is handy to everything. Dennis and staff are always super friendly and helpful
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Steve
AustraliaBit noisy but I like noise so ok for me.
Central location, great staff, very comfortable.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 18, 2024
Rennie
Australiathe gym and pool facilities shut at 10pm
I love this style of hotel and the hotel staff were commensurate with this hotel experience. This will be my new regular hotel when I stay in Melbourne
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 17, 2024
Liz
AustraliaNothing
All was very good
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 17, 2024
Emma
AustraliaI booked this hotel for my Dad. He was very happy with it, said the staff were really really friendly and great to chat with. He was excited with his room, said it was massive and double story. Thanks for everything, I'll be booking this place for him when he visits from now on.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: July 15, 2024
Mongkon
ThailandNo
Location and staff
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 15, 2024
Dee
AustraliaNo major issues with property.
Proximity to trams leading to MCG makes it an easy place to choose when going to footy. The space in the 2 bedroom apartment was great. Our room had an oven and full sized fridge. Beds were very comfy. Staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 14, 2024
Sharon
AustraliaNot much. Perhaps shower tiles a little worn but still clean and great hot water/pressure.
Central, really clean, fantastic historical features - rooms great size, staff friendly.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 14, 2024
Anita
AustraliaWe were lucky enough to get upgraded from a studio room to a 1 bedroom apartment however we did not realize it had stairs. Neither of us have great knees. The shower was also over the bath. Not a fan. Again grateful for the upgrade as the room was fabulous but not for us.
The ambience of the hotel and the retaining of the olde world charm is fabulous. The staff are just great. The room was clean. Road noise was not an issue. Have to say it was one of the comfiest beds we have had in a hotel!! The location being near trams and Southern Cross, you could not ask for better.
Stayed in July 2024
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