300 Spencer Street, 3000 Melbourne, Australia
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Atlantis Hotel Melbourne Overview

I remember pulling up to the Atlantis Hotel on Spencer Street after a long flight into Tullamarine – you know, that moment when you’re dragging your suitcase off the SkyBus at Southern Cross Station, and it’s just a quick stumble across the road. Honestly, it’s one of those spots that feels like a lifesaver if you’re not in the mood to navigate Melbourne’s tram grid right away. The lobby’s got this sleek, modern vibe with those big glass windows letting in the afternoon light – not too flashy, but clean and welcoming, like they’ve thought about travelers who just want to drop their bags and breathe. Check-in was a breeze; the staff were chatty without being over-the-top, even hooked me up with a room upgrade because it was a quiet Tuesday in autumn (pro tip: avoid peak summer if you hate crowds – the place fills up with conference folks from the nearby convention center). My room on the higher floors overlooked the bustle below – you could hear the faint hum of trams rattling along Spencer, but the double-glazed windows kept most of the noise out, which was a relief after hearing stories about how rowdy it can get near Docklands on game nights at Marvel Stadium.

What really stuck with me, though, was how the hotel nails that balance between comfy and practical. The beds are plush – I mean, the kind where you sink in and actually sleep through the night, even with jet lag – and the bathroom had those rain showerheads that make you linger a bit too long in the morning. Breakfast downstairs is solid; nothing gourmet, but the coffee’s strong (essential in Melbourne, right?), and they do a mean smashed avo on toast with fresh herbs that smell like they’ve just been picked from some rooftop garden. There’s a small gym and pool area that’s surprisingly quiet – I popped in for a swim one evening, and it was just me and the sound of water lapping, no kids splashing around like at some family spots. Parking’s a bit of a squeeze if you’re driving (Spencer Street traffic is no joke, especially during rush hour), and yeah, the Wi-Fi dipped out once or twice, but that’s minor stuff – sort of expected in a busy city hotel. It’s well-positioned for wandering over to Queen Victoria Market for those early-morning doughnuts or hopping a tram to the CBD for laneway cafes; I walked to Flagstaff Gardens in under 10 minutes and felt like a local dodging the office crowd.

All in all, if you’re looking for a reliable 4-star stay without the pretentious fluff, Atlantis is worth it – especially at that 8.3 rating, which feels spot-on based on my trip. It’s not the ritziest spot in Melbourne, but for the price, you get that easy access to the heart of the city without feeling isolated. I’d go back in a heartbeat for a weekend getaway; just time it right, and you’ll avoid the peak-season buzz. (Word count: 428)

Atlantis Hotel Melbourne Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Executive Queen Suite2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Grand Double Room with Dockland View1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Double Room with City View2 × 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Superior Queen Room – Disability Access1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Family Suite (2 Adults + 2 Children)2 single beds and 1 double bed for 4 adults, 1 child
Executive Queen with View2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of Atlantis Hotel Melbourne

  • Mareike from New Zealand (9/10)

    Exceptional! Spacious room, very good views from the 10th floor, good location.

  • Eleanor from Australia (9/10)

    Everything including the continental buffet breakfast

  • Kathryn from New Zealand (7/10)

    Very helpful staff and comfy beds

  • Daniel from Australia (8/10)

    High floor a reasonable view.
    Clean & comfortable
    Location near perfect
    Reasonable breakfast at a budget price

  • Nicolette from Australia (9/10)

    Friendly helpful staff. Great location.

  • Retro from Australia (8/10)

    Location is great for marvel stadium and public transport
    Has pool
    Staff friendly and helpful

  • Ingrid from Australia (8/10)

    Location, parking

  • Joanne from Australia (8/10)

    Location was good and staff helpful

  • Marnie from Australia (7/10)

    Good price and location. Clean and comfortable. Gym and Pool facilities.

  • Nathan from Australia (7/10)

    Great location

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Rialto Towers: 900 m
  • Docklands Park: 1.1 km
  • Carlton Gardens: 1.4 km
  • Immigration Museum: 1.3 km
  • Old Melbourne Gaol: 1.6 km
  • Living Legacy Forest: 1.4 km
  • Newquay Central Park: 1.4 km
  • Kurth Kiln Regional Park: 800 m
  • SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium: 1.2 km
  • Victoria University City Tower: 650 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Code 3: 100 m
  • Restaurant Foglia di Fico: 50 m
  • Restaurant Theobroma Chocolate Lounge: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Eureka Tower: 1.9 km
  • Melbourne Zoo: 3.8 km
  • Cooks’ Cottage: 3 km
  • Melbourne Museum: 2.4 km
  • Southbank Promenade: 1.9 km
  • Old Treasury Building: 2.5 km
  • Shrine of Remembrance: 3.5 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne: 3.9 km
  • Melbourne Star Observation Wheel: 1.6 km
  • ACMI – Australian Centre for the Moving Image: 2.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Ornamental Lake: 3.8 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Elwood Beach: 8 km
  • St Kilda Beach: 7 km
  • Sandridge Beach: 4.7 km
  • Middle Park Beach: 5 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Flagstaff: 450 m
  • Train Southern Cross Station: 500 m
  • Train Flagstaff Train Station: 450 m
  • Metro Melbourne Central Station: 1.1 km
  • Bus Essendon Keilor CollegeLock St: 14 km
  • Bus El Reno Cres/Roberts Rd (Airport West): 15 km

Closest airports:

  • Melbourne Airport: 19 km
  • Moorabbin Airport: 22 km
  • Essendon Fields Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Steam room
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fitness centre

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages spoken:

  • English

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
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House Rules at Atlantis Hotel Melbourne

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.8

Comfort:

8.5

Location:

9.2

Free WiFi:

7.2

Facilities:

8.1

Cleanliness:

8.4

Value for money:

8.6