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4,749 reviews

Rydges Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne

186 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, 3000, Australia

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Rydges Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne, a 4-star hotel in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, sits 0.4mi from the city center at 186 Exhibition Street. It has 4749 reviews, signaling broad traveler feedback. Price starts from $119.

Featured amenities include a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool (free), a business center (free), and free wifi, along with a free fitness center. Room service, a bar, sun deck, terrace, and a 24-hour front desk add convenience, while non-smoking rooms, air conditioning, free toiletries, kitchenware, and kitchenette bring comfort. Parking options include Private Parking (extra charges) and Parking On Site (extra charges); Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges) and Kids' meals (extra charges) round out the practicalities.

Located in Melbourne at 186 Exhibition Street, the hotel features upper floors accessible by elevator and soundproof rooms for added privacy.

Bossley Bar & Restaurant on site offers a modern, romantic ambiance with international cuisine, making every meal feel like a little celebration. The outdoor pool is heated and overlooks a pleasing view, while the sun deck and terrace invite leisurely sun-soaked moments between city ventures. Practical perks extend to free wifi, a free fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and the convenience of room service and a bar for easy evenings in.

Located just 0.4mi from the city center at 186 Exhibition Street, the setting is easy to explore on foot. Access to upper floors is via elevator, and soundproof rooms provide added privacy after busy days of sightseeing. Parking options include Private Parking and Parking On Site (both with extra charges), with meeting/banquet facilities and kids’ meals also available for an additional fee.

A variety of payment methods are accepted, including cash and major cards such as Mastercard, JCB, Diners Club, American Express, Visa, Maestro, and Eftpos. The property offers a broad mix of room types, from Deluxe and Deluxe Suite to Queen Room, catering to different travel needs and group sizes for a comfortable stay.

Closest airports

Essendon Airport

6.9mi

Melbourne Airport

11.8mi

Avalon Airport

31.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Rooms

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Rydges, King Size, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

465 sqft

Minibar

Wheelchair accessible

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Rydges Accessible is 463 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus rollaways on demand plus extra beds on demand, hairdryer, and safe and is Wheelchair-accessible with a Disability-friendly bathroom.

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Suite, Multiple Beds

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

465 sqft

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious family room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit has 2 beds.

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Rydges Superior

1 King Size Bed

325 sqft

Minibar

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x3

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Rydges Superior is 323 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus hairdryer and safe.

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Rydges Suite

1 King Size Bed

1 Twin Bed

465 sqft

Minibar

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Rydges Twin King Suite is 463 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus living room, satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

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Rydges Executive Suite

1 King Size Bed

485 sqft

Kitchenette

Microwave

Minibar

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Rydges Executive Suite is 484 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus living room, hairdryer, safe, and bathrobes.

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Rydges, King Size

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

Minibar

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Rydges King Room is 237 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

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Rydges Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

Minibar

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x3

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Rydges Deluxe King is 237 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

Rydges Corner, King Size

1 King Size Bed

375 sqft

Minibar

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Rydges Corner King is 377 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus rollaways on demand plus satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

Rydges Deluxe Corner, King Size

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

Minibar

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Rydges Deluxe Corner King is 334 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus rollaways on demand plus satellite tv , hairdryer, and safe.

Twin King Suite in Rydges Melbourne

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Deluxe Family Suite

2 King Size Beds

465 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe Apartment in Rydges Melbourne

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Deluxe Apartment

1 King Size Bed

645 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

Kitchenware

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x6

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Deluxe Corner King in Rydges Melbourne

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Deluxe Corner, King Size

1 King Size Bed

335 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

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Guest reviews

8.9

4,749 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Erik

8.2

February 2025

Comfy bed and clean room.

Fish & Chips was dreadful. Battered to the depths of hell. Nearly inedible.

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Emma

10

February 2024

The hotel itself was stunning. Interiors were gorgeous. The hotel room was cosy and comfortable. We loved the rooftop pool and the nearby bars and restaurants. Such a great experience.

We were charged for items in the hotel room that must have been missed in previous bookings. But this was clarified and refunded straight away so no real issue there.

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Martin

8.2

July 2025

The location and the room was very nice.

The music in the lobby is far too loud. And the self service check in is awful. I have stayed here many times, but won’t come back unless this is changed.

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Abdallah

8.2

February 2024

- Nice swimming pool on the roof - friendly staff (most of them) - centrally located

- house keeping skipped the cleaning one day despite the sign hanging on the door ! - room on the 22nd and last floor was quite noisy because of the ventilation and air central located on the roof of the hotel: being in the room gives the impression you are flying (constant noise of engines) - due to cancelled flight, the stay was extended and one more night was booked but the hotel did not accommodate I that we remain in our room (despite same category) and made us pack and change to another room.

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Chally

9.1

July 2024

Rooms have been refurbished since my last stay at this hotel well appointed, bed was very comfortable, great water pressure in the shower

Parking was expensive - especially when its park yourself - granted its in the basement but thought $60 per night for this service was over the top - $45 a night would be more inline?

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Marriedwiththreekids

10

October 2023

The location was excellent, no need for much transport as everything was in walking distance. The bed was comfortable and the little sitting area was nice too. The room was big, handy having a safe too.

The couches in the sitting area were not very comfortable. The fridge had too many drinks in it that we didn't want and there was no room for our own things to go in the fridge, it was annoying having to empty the fridge out and put all the drinks on the cabinet above, there is no need to fill the fridge so much as it can be refilled with room service each day Oh, there was no shower cap, I like those!

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Penny

9.1

June 2025

We have stayed at Rydges before, and the beds are so comfortable. We were on the 11th floor. View was ok, I would have rather had a view of the Theatre and Little China Town. Bathrooms as always, were clean and tidy. So convenient to everything, Little China Town across the road, and Bourke St a short walk for the tram. Staff were lovely. Food and drinks in the restaurant were great.

Parking is an absolute rip off. $60 dollars extra on top of what you already pay for the room and in the restaurant is just too much. There should be discounted parking for pensioners/disability permit holders but there is not. I flagged this with Rydges last year and still nothing has changed. Also, the air-conditioning in the room should be changeable. We woke up sweating and were not able to change the room setting. We like it cool, and it was not something we could change in the room. Bar fridge is also expensive. Disappointed that we were told we couldn't eat on the outside balcony in the restaurant due to it being a smoking area, yet when went back later in the evening, there were people sitting out there eating????

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Nikki

10

July 2025

View was nice, everyone was friendly, great location in the CBD, bed was amazingly cozy (LOVED the spare blanket, so cozy, I wish I could have brought that home with me), shower and bath were lovely. Love that if you don't get housekeeping daily that you get $10 off, which is a nice ECO incentive to have.

Very specific to me but more food options would be nice, also a general understanding of cheese IS dairy. When you have a dairy allergy, ask about something is dairy free, get told yes then find out after that it has cheese. Unfortunately meant I lost a day of exploring, but other then that was good. Would also like maybe a small microwave option.

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Luv4myangels

10

February 2025

The location is right across Chinatown, making it really convenient as it is in the heart of the Melbourne CBD. Easy to be spoilt for dining choices. We took the train and it was a short walk of 5 mins from Parliament Station. Everything was excellent for us - the nice fresh smell which greeted us upon entering, the modern interiors, impeccably made rooms, comfortable beds, pillows and linens, the view from the window. We made a few requests which the staff gladly accommodated. Thank you so much for a memorable stay with my children! We will surely be back for our regular staycation in the city!

There is nothing that I will say I didn't really like. Breakfast could be better with pancakes for children for variety. Complimentary water in the room will be nice, too. No complaints, really.

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Noeline

9.1

December 2024

Great location - within walking distance to food, transport and entertainment. Clean and modern facilities. Bed very comfortable. Good soundproofing despite being on the middle of the CBD - no issues with noise. Friendly staff. Self service counters very convenient. I was fortunate to have an early check in and a late check out. I stayed on level 15 which had a decent view.

I stayed 3 nights and didn’t receive any housekeeping. On the first day I thought it was because I left a ‘do not disturb’ sign on the door till around 11. But the next day I was out all morning and afternoon - still nothing. On my last evening I called reception to ask them to empty the bin and for a replenishment of tea bags - which they were prompt to do. Whilst a high quality hotel, they’ve cut corners on the small things like no complimentary water, no robes, no lotion.

Points of Interest Around Rydges Melbourne

Attractions

Melbourne Town Hall

0.3mi

Forum Melbourne

0.4mi

Collins Street

0.4mi

Melbourne Royal Arcade

0.4mi

Melbourne Regent Theatre

0.4mi

Melbourne Museum

0.6mi

Lygon Street

1mi

Rod Laver Arena

1.1mi

Kings Domain

1.2mi

AAMI Park

1.2mi

Melbourne Star Observation Wheel

1.8mi

Luna Park Melbourne

3.9mi

Caulfield Racecourse

5.8mi

Brighton Beach

7.9mi

Dominique Portet Winery

28.4mi

Restaurants

Bossley Bar & Restaurant

Cuisines

  • 0
  • International

Ambiances

  • Modern
  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • With view

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Rydges Melbourne

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Elevator

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Stay rules - Rydges Melbourne

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Rydges Melbourne

When are the check-in and check-out times for Rydges Melbourne?

When you book a stay at Rydges Melbourne, you can access your room from 02:00 PM and should leave by 11:00 AM.

Is vehicle parking offered by Rydges Melbourne?

Yes, parking is available at Rydges Melbourne. The hotel offers private on-site parking for a fee of A$60 per day. Unfortunately, parking reservation is not possible.

What's the nightly rate at Rydges Melbourne?

Room rates at Rydges Melbourne initiate from $119. Yet, variations occur based on your room and date preferences. For exact rates, please insert your travel dates.

Which room categories can I book at Rydges Melbourne?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including Deluxe King, Deluxe Family Suite, King (Disability Access), Deluxe Apartment, Twin, and various double rooms. The occupancy ranges from 2 adults for most rooms to 4 adults for the Deluxe Family Suite. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from King size to Twin beds, and room sizes vary from 226 sqft to 646 sqft.

Where can guests find entertainment in Rydges Melbourne?

Guests at the Rydges Melbourne hotel can spend their time enjoying various leisure amenities. They can relax and take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, which is heated and offers a beautiful view. The sun deck provides a peaceful spot for sunbathing or reading. For those wanting to stay active, there's a fitness center available. The Bossley Bar & Restaurant on-site offers a modern and romantic ambiance, serving international cuisine. Additionally, the hotel has a business center for work needs. So, guests can leisurely swim, enjoy drinks at the bar, taste international dishes, or work out, making their stay at Rydges Melbourne diverse and enjoyable.

Does Rydges Melbourne feature a pool area?

The hotel has an outdoor pool that is available all year round. The pool is heated and offers a view.

Does Rydges Melbourne have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the Rydges Melbourne hotel offers an on-site restaurant called Bossley Bar & Restaurant. The restaurant has a modern and romantic ambiance and features a variety of international cuisines. Therefore, the hotel does have a restaurant on site.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Rydges Melbourne?

Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at Rydges Melbourne. Cash is accepted, and credit cards such as Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Maestro, and Eftpos are also accepted.