What makes it 86% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk, key-card security, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage plus Bourke Street Mall and Melbourne Central Station within 5 min walk give solo guests safety, connectivity and easy exploring.
Melbourne Central Station: 530m (7 min walk)
Catch city loop trains to all Melbourne suburbs.
Flinders Street Station: 720m (9 min walk)
Connect to regional and suburban train services.
Essendon Airport: 20.3 km (29 min drive)
General aviation and charter flights; taxi directly to the hotel.
Chinatown Melbourne: 210m (3 min walk)
Historic laneways filled with dumpling houses, bubble tea shops and Asian bakeries.
Tip: Try the pork buns at ShanDong MaMa on Little Bourke Street.
State Library Victoria: 350m (5 min walk)
Grand reading rooms and free exhibitions in a 19th-century landmark.
Tip: Join a free 20-minute tour at the main entrance on Swanston Street.
Hosier Lane: 570m (7 min walk)
Open-air gallery of famous street art and murals.
Tip: Visit at dawn for softer light and fewer crowds for photos.
Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet in rooms and all public areas.
Luggage storage:
Store bags at the 24/7 front desk before check-in or after check-out.
Newspapers and USB ports:
Pick up a complimentary newspaper and charge devices at the lobby seating area.
Buffet breakfast:
To-go and sit-down breakfast at The Louden Kitchen Grill from AU$25 per person.
Dry cleaning:
On-site dry cleaning available for an additional charge.
Laundry service:
In-house laundry and ironing service available for a fee.
All public areas are step-free. Elevators serve every floor. Visual alarm devices are 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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From Melbourne Airport, take a taxi or rideshare (approx. 30 min) directly to the hotel. From Southern Cross Station, catch tram 86 to Bourke St Mall stop, then walk 100m (1 min) to Mercure Welcome Melbourne.
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