In an area called Southbank, a couple of minutes’ walk across the Yarra River from the city center. Across the road from the main Crown Casino building. Address: 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank.Walkable to the city’s amenities and attractions and, of course, the casino.

Area: Lovely area facing the river, with water-side bistros and bars in both directions.

(Not to be confused with the associated and nearby Crown Towers and Crown Promenade hotels, or the separate Crowne Plaza hotel just across the river.) Facing a surprisingly quiet street with an abundance of amenities along the river and in the city center just across the bridge, for many, the main selling point is simply the proximity to Melbourne’s biggest casino.

All categories of rooms are spacious and feature an unfussy, contemporary décor, while views from the floor-to-ceiling windows are certainly more appealing than at most rival hotels. Also part of it are games arcades, bowling alleys, and cinemas – all in a building next to the Metropol, so this is a fabulous option for families. The state’s largest hotel is just one of three within the incredibly vast Crown complex that also includes a casino and seemingly endless places to eat, drink, and shop. Victoria’s largest hotel, Crown Metropol features modern and spacious family-friendly accommodations, some with full kitchens, and an amazing pool on a high floor next to the casino.Ĭrown Metropol – Central, functional, good-value, and better than most for families.

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