I'm originally from Melbourne but live abroad. While visiting family and friends with my son, I wanted to give him a couple of days off meeting new people and our own space, so booked the Radisson for three nights. Our room was spacious, allowing him to play while the large TV in the room also kept him entertained. The hotel is directly across from Flagstaff Gardens, which we made use of every day, especially the playground which is under a minutes walk from the hotel. Queen Victoria Market is less than 5 minutes walk away, which he also enjoyed and we used for shop for the staples we needed - fruit, bread, etc. - for our stay; while the hotel is only 10 minutes walk from the centre of the city. All-in-all, we were very happy and I would use the Radisson again.

The bathroom was large but showing its age. It was well-appointed with towels and had basic amenities but in the bath / shower, there were no shampoos or conditioners and only small bars of soap. It's been awhile since I stayed at a hotel that doesn't supply all of these.

Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens is in a fantastic location — close to public transport, the Queen Victoria Market, and an easy walk to many of Melbourne’s attractions. The hotel is easily accessible and well-situated for both business and leisure stays. Staff were very helpful and welcoming throughout our stay, which made for a pleasant experience overall. However, on this occasion, we were placed in a room that hadn’t yet been renovated, unlike on a previous visit. This was a little disappointing, as the difference in quality was noticeable. That said, the convenience of the location and the consistently friendly service remain strong drawcards. With a bit more consistency in room standards, it would be a top-tier choice in the area.

Inconsistent room standards

We liked absolutely everything. My favourite hotel so far. All these small details, everything has been thought through. If we had a problem (with the shower door, the water leaked), it was fixed straight away. Lucy Hsu – the lady we met at the restaurant – is an exceptional hostess, we felt loved thanks to her. She took care of us, she worried that we ate a lot, she even remembered my name. Massive thank you to Lucy! The ladies at the reception helped a lot, too: Angel, Rose, thank you! Also, I mentioned that it was our anniversary, and we got a complimentary bottle of wine. How lovely is that!? Great location. Tram stop just around the corner. Park right at the doorstep. Ah, have I mentioned their breakfast?! Absolutely amazing! They had everything one could wish for. If we visit Melbourne ever again – it will be the only place to stay at. Highly recommended.

I didn't like that we have stayed there for 5 nights only. Could have gladly stayed there for 2 weeks!

- Friendly staff - Complimentary water bottles, kettle, tea, coffee, hot chocolate - Good location across from a park and not far from Central Mall shops and restaurants (5-10 minutes walking distance) - comfortable bed with four pillows - shower had good water pressure - Great price for Melbourne and quite a large room - comfortable armchair for relaxing in

- Clean and comfortable but a little dated - Room location was at the back of the hotel next to the elevators, not much of a view and a little noisy - Mug where hard to find, in a cupboard on top of the fridge (had to turn it sideways to get out) not sure why they didn’t put them on the bench with the kettle and wine glasses - Towels are threadbare and small - Lighting was not great for putting on makeup in the bathroom or with the mirror in the room

It was our very first visit to Australia. The location of the Radisson was just brilliant. It was very close to the Flagstaff metro station as well as the tram station. The trams are very well connected and were free in this area. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The park opposite the hotel is beautiful. The buffet breakfast is basic, but good. We realised that omelettes are not free, but you could get fried, poached or boiled eggs on the house. Also the heater in the room was a big blessing during our stay in the peak winters. What we also loved was the Champagne they left us in the room on ice, on the house, since it was my birthday one of the days we stayed, which was a lovely lovely gesture on their part!

Overall nothing really. I think its a culture there that things close early and people leave early. We asked for fresh tea cups in the evening, and were told to come to the reception and collect since there was no staff, which we didn't really mind.

The Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens is the perfect place to stay in Melbourne's CBD, offering an exceptional blend of comfort and convenience. The well-appointed rooms feature modern furnishings, plush bedding, and thoughtfully designed workspaces, with natural light and showcase views over the historic gardens or city skyline. The hotel's location is simply unbeatable - directly opposite the tranquil Flagstaff Gardens and just minutes from Queen Victoria Market, with excellent tram connections at your doorstep. The hotel is surrounded by Melbourne's renowned culinary scene, with countless artisanal coffee shops and acclaimed restaurants like Hardware Societe, Higher Ground, and Auction Rooms all within easy walking distance.

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The location across from the park made for quiet nights with less road traffic noise than I have experienced in other Melbourne hotels. Appreciated the complimentary bottle of water per person per day due to our 6 night stay. Beds were comfortable with a large pillow menu.

King sized sheets on the single bed made for an uncomfortable sleep, wrangling so much material. Only 1 towel per person provided. People with long hair often need a second towel and shouldn't have to ask for it. Spares should be in the bathroom available for immediate use.

Excellent location overlooking beautiful parkland. Ideal for trips has they often pick up at this hotel. The staff where amazing and could not do enough for us. The food in the restaurant is excellent and some of the best we have had while in Australia. The beds are very comfy and the soundproofing works well. Overall we felt this was the best hotel so far out of the 5 we have stayed in while travelling. We would definitely recommend staying here.

I did feel that some aspects of the housekeeping could have been a bit better. Our cups could have been replaced each day. Dust around light fixtures and at the edges of the carpet. These are just little things.

The location is not far away from Melbourne Central, Victoria Liabary and those tram lines to flinder station etc. and just one underground station from southern cross station to the hotel. So, overall rating for commute one place to the other place is good. I also rent a car and there is 5 mins parking free just in front hotel doors. Many Thai staff to help with Thai people.

Breakfast a bit low quality and variety compared with other Radisson I used to stay with. For example, Radisson in Tromso provides more vary of food and menus but this place, even the cold cuts they left un-refil, no eggs menu, no salad (if you called just tomato and cucumber as salad - fine) coffee machine is broken on the first date of my stay and etc. In sum, I am not impress with only breakfast.

The view of the gardens is really a sight to wake up to, and I loved how close to the Queen Victoria markets it is. It’s also only a 10 minute walk to all the hustle and bustle of all the Asian restaurants. The staff were all amazing and helpful and remembered to check on me each day, which is a really nice feeling as a solo female traveler! The best thing as a light sleeper, the environment was very quiet—some really good rest was had!

I came during their late winter/early spring time and the property was kept so warm! I was practically sweating in a dry sauna during check in.