The Crown Metropol Hotel, Melbourne
Expert reviews
“The Crown Metropol Melbourne, situated in a gleaming tower, has 658 luxurious rooms and sweeping views from the 27th-floor infinity pool.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Melbourne.
“An urban oasis in Southbank, one of Melbourne’s busiest travel and business precincts. The hotel is imbued with a stylish, intimate atmosphere, all the facilities you’ll ever need and comfortable, design-conscious rooms.”
What guests liked
- Clean rooms
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
This five-star hotel is located at 8 Whiteman Street in the Southbank district of the city. The hotel offers luxury and stylish accommodation options for visitors in Melbourne while some of the rooms in the hotel offer a great view of the city.
Crown Metropol offers spacious room options such as Luxe King Room, Luxe Twin Room, Urban Luxe and Loft. Other accommodation options in the hotel offer VIP facilities and access as well as a view of the city; the Luxe King Room with City View and Luxe King Room with Club Lounge Access.
The hotel is located in an excellent location; it offers a closeness to the city’s most famous and interesting places. Crown Metropol is also located close to major transport stations and systems, making it the ideal base to set off on an adventure into the city.
The Crown Entertainment Complex is located right next to the hotel while the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is located directly opposite the hotel. The iconic Eureka Tower is situated just 750 m away from the hotel.
The popular Southern Cross Station is about 1km away from the hotel while the closest airport to the hotel is the Melbourne Airport which is 20 km away.
Rooms in the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning and a comfy sofa. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries and bathroom slippers.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
15 May 2025
Very good
Bed was very comfortable, gym was excellent
They put my first room right under the gym where people were dropping weights
15 May 2025
Fabulous
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14 May 2025
A wonderful mini staycation for a couple of days with the kids. Fantastic location for activities for Adults & Child
The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. The hotel is in an excellent location within Crown Casino complex. We were able to access Holey Moley minigolf, Kingpin and go on walks along the river with the kids. Staff were friendly & accommodating.
The service at Mr Hive was disappointing. Food was lovely but the staff made us feel like we were an inconvenience due to my husband being in a power wheelchair. We also had room service from Mr Hive and the food was great on all occasions.
14 May 2025
Such a great stay in an awesome location
We loved the look of the room. It was nice and modern and super spacious for the two of us. The location was awesome so close to Southbank! The staff were also very accomodating. We got drink vouchers as our room took some time to be ready once we checked in.
Pillows were a bit too soft but that’s all!
13 May 2025
Very nice
The egg’s beni were superb
The website said a bathrobe and slippers would be provided but the cupboard was empty
12 May 2025
Fabulous
We arrived in melbourne very early in the morning. They gave us the option of checking at 9;30 am instead of 2pm for a fee $50. Which was great. Exceptional accommodation.
No issues at all
12 May 2025
Glad we tried it
Bed was amazing! But the pillows didn't match the bed comfort level
the fact you can hear the bathroom from the bed - the glass doors and sort walls were not great
12 May 2025
Very pleasant.
The bedding was beautiful.
The privacy in the bathroom was a bit strange. Part of the wall was open.
11 May 2025
Nice hotel but probably will look for more hospitable place next time
Got room comfy bed Cleanliness
There wasn't even a single bother of water provided in three room. The water in the mini bar was chargeable. Didn't expect this from Crown.
11 May 2025
Fabulous, it was beautiful.
It was close to where we needed to go. The room was clean & tidy.
Everything was perfect, just one little problem, we didn’t have any conditioner in the dispenser.
11 May 2025
Location is great, get what you pay for!
Fantastic location, walking distance to everything you need. Very clean and generous amount of amenities provided. Big bathroom!
Beds not that comfortable, quite firm. The aircon system is hard to regulate, we were either too hot or too cold.
9 May 2025
Very good
Paying for Capaccinos at a paid breakfast
9 May 2025
Pleasant
Room was not serviced - bed not made. Advised when I complained I needed to “request” service - this was not explained at check in. Very disappointed
9 May 2025
Would definitely stay there again
Great service, location was great and room was nice.
No balcony
7 May 2025
Satisfied
Satisfied
Satisfied
7 May 2025
Fabulous
Loved the king bed, so comfy. Nice bathroom. Handy to everything. Porters were very helpful.
Losing at the casino
7 May 2025
Nice stay
The pool is excellent. Rooms are big and well appointed.
Internet didnt work and rooms need a deep clean
6 May 2025
Was a decent stay.
Room service was quick and buffet was very nice food
Staff were inattentive, arrogant and unprofessional. When we’d ask for something we didn’t feel welcomed at all. Stream room wasn’t working for 3days and didn’t get to use it.
6 May 2025
Coming from the country
Loved the location and also the room services that you could order in for breakfast
Not really anything negative , only the fridge was really full of mini bar items as I had little room for my insulin.
6 May 2025
Fabulous
The cleanliness and location
A little pricey for 1 night
6 May 2025
Fabulous
Convenience
Only negative was the soap dispenser in the shower was empty
4 May 2025
Very good
Clean and great location.
I didn’t love the bathroom set up, if one person is on the toilet there isn’t much privacy from the other guest on the room.
28 April 2025
Great place to stay for a night out in Melbourne.
Amazing views, loved the swimming pool! Beds were very comfortable.
28 April 2025
Very good
nice building and comfortable bed!
there was a seringe left in our room.
27 April 2025
Fabulous
Really enjoyed the breakfast. I thought that the price was great rate when we booked it as we booked into our accommodation
25 April 2025
Great
Great
Great
23 April 2025
Perfect place for a quick staycation with everything nearby
Good location and friendly staff. Well priced.
No room service and buffet breakfast expensive
23 April 2025
Fabulous
Great room with a city view and located within the enormous Crown complex and a short walk across the river to Melbourne city.
It wasn't explained at check in that you have to press the button to have the room made up so I didn't have any room service in a week and had to call for mini bar and toilet paper to be replenished.
21 April 2025
Very good
Distance from shops and restaurants
21 April 2025
Fabulous
Cleanliness of toilet- that was disappointing as it’s Crown.
19 April 2025
Fabulous
Central to city
When checking in there was over 60 customers waiting / I left and returned later However when checking in later , one staff on reception?
17 April 2025
Excellent pool and views.
The pool The views Price was reasonable for 4 people The smell
The pillows - we all thought they were too soft as they went flat when you put your head on them. Bathroom/toilet and shower are not very private.
10 April 2025
Good facilities but charge you for breathing…!
Tried to charge me $7 for cutlery to my room. And didn’t make my room up after the first night. Wtf?! Otherwise a nice place.
10 April 2025
Pleasant
The bed was great and bathroom.
It's dated when you are paying $$$$ you would expect floors not showing wear. Also not many power points to plug phones in.
6 April 2025
Good location and a comfortable stay
Good location, walking distance to the city and to the Yarra Park precinct. The rooms were spacious and the facilities were neat and tidy. Staff were friendly. Multi-level car park was reasonably priced and conveniently located adjoining the hotel.
There have been a few changes since last time that we were a litte disappointed in. There is no late night in room dining option. The wait times to check in and checkout were a little longer than expected and there weren’t as many complimentary items in the room as previous stays. The $200 bond also seemed excessive.
5 April 2025
Fabulous
Location go
4 April 2025
Great location, staff are warm, friendly and efficient.
Pillow was too soft.
2 April 2025
Great location
Great hotel, comfortable room, perfect location in the centre and hotel connected to all other 3 crown hotels. Endless places to eat and food was good, casino and shops. The only fault of this hotel is room service, terrible cleaning effort during our stay. Barely made the bed and changed towels because we had to ask them. Other than that hotel was good for city break.
2 April 2025
Pleasant
We stayed in the loft 4 night for our wedding and it was the worst sleeping pillows we ever come across
1 April 2025
Great place to stay
Stop over before flying to Canberra
31 March 2025
Pleasant
The bed was very uncomfortable
31 March 2025
Satisfied overall
Pool had amazing views. Could be open later as you feel like a swim after dinner. The spa should definitely be open till later as you really want to unwind before bed. The location is the main reason we stay here. We enjoy the shopping also.
There should be complimentary water in the hotel which you expect from a 4 - 5 star hotel. Water is a necessity Not a luxury. There could also be coffee pod machines. The pool and spa should be open till later.
31 March 2025
Very good
I want to know when I get my bond back, I let’s the hotel on Saturday and still haven’t received it
31 March 2025
Great Location, Facilities and Rooms - though you may have to wait to check in.
I recently stayed at the Crown Metropol Melbourne and overall, it was a fantastic experience. The rooms were spacious, modern, and spotless, which made for a really comfortable and relaxing stay. The location is absolutely perfect, right in the heart of the city and close to great restaurants, shops, and attractions. The service was generally excellent throughout our stay – staff were friendly, helpful, and professional. However, the check-in process was a bit of a letdown. We arrived around 3:30pm and unfortunately had to wait nearly 40 minutes to get checked in. It was unusually slow and a disappointing start to what was otherwise a great visit. Despite the delay, the overall quality of the hotel made up for it. I’d definitely stay again and hope the check-in process is smoother next time.
A 40 minutes wait for Check In.
29 March 2025
Very good
Excellent, the sound proofing from out side was great. Staff were extremely helpful. Location was amazing! The only down fall was the usb ports in the room didn't work to charge our phones. Lamp & iPad dock. We bought a wall plug
27 March 2025
Fabulous
Location was excellent
There was no toilet brush in toilet just incase
26 March 2025
Pleasant
Nice
Ability to cast our device to TV was missing
23 March 2025
Very nice
Location was great beds comfortable Very nice
Lack of power points near the beds. Also the PowerPoint that was near the bed was in such an awkward position my husband had to lay on the floor to plug my cord in
23 March 2025
Good value for money, nice, and great location. I stay often due to work and its always consistent.
location and price
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Casino
- - Bowling (additional charge)
- - Mini golf (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Nightclub/DJ (additional charge)
- - Evening entertainment (additional charge)
- - Fitness
- - Live music/performance (additional charge)
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Shallow end
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
16 May 2025
good location to the Southbank and perfect for a short stay.