{"id":32104,"date":"2025-01-15T11:20:19","date_gmt":"2025-01-15T00:20:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=32104"},"modified":"2026-03-26T14:46:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T03:46:57","slug":"best-city-break-hotels-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/best-city-break-hotels-in-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best City Break Hotels in Australia\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Short, sweet and nothing short of sophisticated \u2013 here are the best city break stays in Australia. <\/em><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From ultra-trendy ex-prison cells and newly renovated heritage department stores to Palm Springs-inspired Brisbane city oases, these are the city stays with extra flair.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

The best hotels in Melbourne <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf, Victoria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

South Wharf doesn’t always make the shortlist for Melbourne stays, but it’s a solid base \u2013 particularly for those who want waterfront surrounds without the full Southbank premium. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf sits within the DFO precinct alongside the Melbourne Convention Centre, with Port Phillip Bay or city skyline views from the rooms. A tram stop 650 metres away connects you to Federation Square, Bourke Street Mall and beyond. On-site, Mr Carpano Dining + Bar covers dinner and drinks, while Allora handles the coffee and daytime casual end of things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Crown Metropol Melbourne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Home to hatted restaurants, major events like the Brownlow Medal and one of the city\u2019s most luxe day spas, the Crown Melbourne complex has cemented itself as an institution. Crown Metropol is the urban-chic counterpart in Crown’s trifecta of luxury resorts, boasting one of Melbourne\u2019s most recognisable infinity pools.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A stay here places you in the heart of Southbank’s scene, where evenings slip by as you hop between bars, watch street performers and enjoy arcade entertainment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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