What makes it 49% Baby-Friendly: Elevators, mini-fridge and onsite babysitting help carers, but hotel states cribs cannot be added to any room and no quiet play space, so bring own cot and check needs with hotel directly.
Note: Mercure Welcome Melbourne is 49% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Hotels in Melbourne for a more suitable experience.
Melbourne Central Station: 410m (5 min walk)
Catch City Loop trains to major attractions.
Flinders Street Railway Station: 720m (9 min walk)
Main hub for regional and suburban lines.
Essendon Airport: 20.3 km (29 min drive)
Nearest domestic airport; no shuttle service.
Bourke Street Mall: <100m (1 min walk)
Pedestrian shopping precinct with street performers and flagship stores.
Tip: Visit early to beat the crowds and catch free street performances.
Chinatown Melbourne: 210m (3 min walk)
Historic precinct of dumpling houses, tea bars and late-night eateries.
Tip: Try hand-made dumplings at SamSam Chicken just 100 m away.
Royal Arcade: 200m (3 min walk)
Heritage shopping arcade with boutique shops and ornate Gothic architecture.
Tip: Snap photos under the Gaunt’s clock and browse vintage stores.
State Library Victoria: 350m (5 min walk)
Grand reading rooms, free exhibitions and public computers.
Tip: Join the free guided tour at 11 AM daily.
Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed internet in rooms and public areas.
Luggage Storage:
Free luggage storage at the 24-hour front desk.
Newspapers:
Complimentary daily newspapers available in the lobby.
USB/USBC Charging Ports:
Charging ports located in lobby seating areas.
Buffet Breakfast:
Optional Western, Asian and vegetarian buffet at The Louden Kitchen Grill from AU$25 per person.
In-Room Dining:
Room service menu available for a fee.
Stair-free main entrance and elevators access all floors. Visual alarm devices installed in hallways.

Rebecca Meyer
The room was clean & service exceptional! The bed was very uncomfortable however for the second night of my stay they added a comforter for the mattress which was a great improvement! I appreciate the staff for offering this as a solution and being so prompt with actioning the request. The hotel breakfast was great with all the standards of a hotel buffet. Great seating overlooking the early morni...
Mini Me
Hotel is located in a good location. Close to public transport, shops, cafe's & restaurants. Our room was compact but comfortable. The heating in our room wasn't working which wasn't ideal. I reported this to reception and they sent someone to have a look at. I don't think he was a technician and didn't seem to know how to fix it. He said we could possibly change rooms or be provided with a heater...
Jim Kovacevich
This hotel is great value for money coupled with a great central location within the CBD. Staff are professional, friendly and always willing to please. The only suggestion that i have is that it is time for the old-style spring mattress with a thin layer of cloth over the top be replaced with more contemporary mattresses. Will continue to use this hotel in the future though.
Stella Liew
My daughter and myself recently stayed at this hotel for 4 days and overall had a pleasant experience. The room was well-maintained. The amenities and toiletries provided were good enough and always replenished well if needed. During breakfast at the cafe, the service was friendly and attentive. The staff greeted guests warmly and ensured that tables were cleared promptly. The breakfast selectio...
Maddie Smith
This was the single worst hotel experience I have ever had. I didn't expect much, considering the price, but being disturbed by slamming doors and noise in the hallway, and people in the next room, was the last thing I needed on my holiday. I ended up leaving, forfeiting the cost of my pre-paid hotel stay, and moving to the Victoria Hotel which was much nicer and polished (no actual popcorn ceilin...
Address: 265 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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No airport shuttle available. Arrange a taxi or ride-share from Essendon Airport (20.3 km; ~29 min drive) or Melbourne Airport (23.4 km; ~30 min drive).
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