CBD Melbourne, Australia
Opened
2023
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness SocialOutside the door
The house
DorsettGold-rush urban quarters
Gold accents and sleek public lounges set a polished pace inside West Side Place, drawing guests from co-working corners to evening nightcaps.
What it’s good at
Notable
Lobby interiors feature an interactive augmented-reality mural alongside an inner atrium showcasing Marta Figueiredo's Diva Garden sculpture.
Notable
Heated indoor laps at 26 degrees pair with dedicated thermal suites and a spa tub for city unwinding.
Listed
Jin Bar pours Victorian wines and cocktails alongside takeaway morning espresso from street-facing Little Jin.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Located in the CBD's West Side Place within the Free Tram Zone, Southern Cross Station and Flagstaff Gardens are a short walk away.
The rooms
Warm metallic accents nod to Victoria's gold rush, while executive suites feature deep-soaking bathtubs and views over the central atrium.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 14-metre heated indoor pool is framed by vertical green plant columns, kept at 26°C with an accessible hoist.
The sauna and gym
A timber-clad dry sauna and steam room sit beside the 24-hour Technogym fitness centre overlooking the pool atrium.
Restaurant
Port Bistro
The sunlit dining room serves daily buffet breakfasts and evening dishes showcasing seasonal Victorian seafood and produce.
Jin Bar
Curved brass counters and plush velvet armchairs fill the lounge, where bartenders shake signature cocktails alongside local craft beers.
At the table
Covered terrace tables overlook the city skyline, and street-level Little Jin serves morning espresso alongside pastries from Richmond.
How it began
Opened in 2023, the eight-storey hotel forms part of the West Side Place development designed by Australian architecture firm Cottee Parker.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.