Enjoy the portfolio of attractions our city has to offer while staying at Rydges Melbourne ~ the MCG and Melbourne Park, Fitzroy Gardens, the National Gallery and Arts Complex as well as some of the best restaurants in the country.

The stylish Rydges Melbourne has been established in Melbourne since 1969 and is now the largest 4 star hotel in the Melbourne CBD.

Built with the specific purpose of providing businesses with stylish accommodation, restaurants, bars and conference facilities, the hotel has deserved the praise bestowed upon it.

From the moment you arrive at Rydges Melbourne you will experience the warmth and genuine hospitality deliverd by our service staff, that has become the hallmark of the Rydges brand. This 22-story hotel caters to both corporate and leisure travellers by combining stylish guest rooms and suites all with city scape views, fresh and efficient service and an unsurpassed central location.

The hotel has recently completed a $5.5 million refurbishment. The works include a new hotel lobby, state-of-the-art elevators, 5 stylish conference rooms holding up to 500 people, 1 fully themed events venue holding up to 500 people and over 290 NEW Deluxe Queen and King accommodation rooms for the corporate and leisure traveller alike and has the ability to host 100+ twin rooms, which are ideal for groups.

About The Rydges Melbourne Location

Melbourne is sophisticated and quirky, cosmopolitan and conventional, historic and contemporary. The city has a unique diversity, vitality and ambience that positions it as one of the world’s great cities.

Rydges Melbourne is centrally located in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant theatre and entertainment district and is situated opposite Her Majesty’s Theatre and is only a 2 minute walk to Princess Theatre. The hotel is also on the door step of Chinatown and within walking distance to the exclusive Collins Street boutiques, sporting venues such as the MCG, Telstra Dome, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Park and many other attractions this city has to offer.

Public transport is the easy, cheap and clean way to get in, out and around the city. Catch a bus, train or take the free City Circle tram or one of the many trams that criss-cross the City, and stop at various attractions, shops, parks and gardens. Our concierge desk offers timetables and public transport information. Additionally, there is a taxi rank located directly in front of the hotel.

How to get there

The nearest major airport is Tullamarine Airport (Melbourne, Victoria). Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 22 km. Taxis (approximately $45) and Skybuses (approximately $13) provide transport between the airport and the hotel; prices subject to change. Rental cars are available online.

What's In The Area

While staying at Rydges Melbourne, guests can enjoy the portfolio of great attractions and events this city has to offer

• Her Majesty's Theatre
• Princess Theatre
• IMAX Theatre
• Chinatown
• Queen Victoria Market
• Federation Square
• Crown Casino
• The National Gallery
• Melbourne Museum
• Victorian Arts Centre
• Melbourne Exhibition Centre
• Royal Exhibition Building
• Parliament Buildings
• Melbourne Aquarium
• Melbourne Zoo
• Melbourne River Cruises
• Melbourne Observation Deck
• Old Melbourne Gaol
• Royal Botanical Gardens
• Fitzroy Gardens
• MCG
• Telstra Dome
• Rod Laver Arena
• Melbourne Park

Weddings & Events at Rydges Melbourne

Wedding receptions at Rydges Melbourne are a promise of excellence. Our recently refurbished function rooms offer spectacular evening views of the city skyline and combined with our friendly professional team having years of experience and the culinary creations from our Executive Chef ensure the your wedding day is everything you dream of. We are totally flexible to ensure all your specific requirements are met and only too happy to design a package especially for you.

Meetings & Business

Rydges Melbourne recently unveiled its fully refurbished function rooms and events centre located on the first floor. The first floor is exclusive to functions and events, isolated from public areas and accessible by hotel lifts or one flight of red carpeted stairs. There are five spacious function rooms catering for up to 500 people cocktail party; 400 people theatre style and 300 people for banquet dinners.

In addition, Backlot at Rydges Melbourne, a fully themed events centre, can cater for up to 500 people cocktail party and 250 people for banquet dinners. The versatility and capability of Backlot is only limited by your imagination and offers everyone of all ages something different and unique and the event management team can create the desired atmosphere with the right music selections and lighting requirements. Also located on the first floor are 2 large pre-function areas and a fully equipped business centre.

 

Rydges Melbourne

186 Exhibition Street - Melbourne, Victoria 3000

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Rydges Melbourne