Hotel in Southbank, Victoria, Victoria
Crown Towers Melbourne
Crown Towers is Melbourne's flagship luxury hotel, part of the Crown Entertainment Complex on Southbank. The 481-room property offers opulent suites, butler service, and access to Crown Spa and the casino, with dining options including Nobu and Silks Chinese restaurant.
Crown Towers Melbourne stands as Victoria's pre-eminent luxury hotel, anchoring the Crown Entertainment Complex on the Yarra River's southern bank in Southbank, a short walk from Flinders Street Station and the CBD's cultural precinct. The hotel is positioned within easy reach of the National Gallery of Victoria, the Melbourne Convention Centre, and Federation Square, making it a natural base for both leisure and corporate visitors to the city.
The 481-room tower reflects the sweeping aesthetic ambitions of the Crown complex and opened as the flagship of Crown's three-hotel campus. Rooms are finished with marble bathrooms, bespoke furnishings, and floor-to-ceiling windows framing views over the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline. The property's suite hierarchy ranges from Superior Rooms to multi-room Crystal Club Towers suites, where guests receive dedicated butler service, private check-in, and exclusive access to a separate lounge with panoramic city views.
Crown Spa ranks among Melbourne's most comprehensive wellness facilities, offering a full menu of treatments alongside one of the city's largest indoor heated swimming pools, hydrotherapy facilities, and a well-equipped gymnasium. The Crown Entertainment Complex surrounding the hotel includes the casino floor, live performance theatres, a cinema, and dozens of bars and boutiques providing entertainment without leaving the precinct.
Dining is a defining feature of the property: Nobu Melbourne, the celebrated Japanese-Peruvian restaurant, operates within the complex and is accessible to hotel guests, as is Silks Chinese Restaurant. The wider Crown complex provides access to more than 40 dining venues ranging from casual eateries to fine-dining establishments representing cuisines from across the world.
The concierge team is experienced in organising theatre tickets, private transfers, helicopter tours of Port Phillip Bay, and day trips to the Yarra Valley wine region. Crown Towers Melbourne is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and caters to high-profile corporate events with dedicated ballroom and conference facilities. The hotel consistently appears on lists of Australia's top-rated accommodation properties.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Casino
- Multiple restaurants
- Butler service
- Concierge
- Fitness centre
- Business centre
Visit / Book / Contact
- Official website
- Phone: +61 3 9292 8888
Location
8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006
-37.8228, 144.9583 — View on map
Highlights
- Panoramic Yarra River and Melbourne skyline views from floor-to-ceiling windows in every room
- Crown Spa with one of Melbourne's largest indoor heated pools, hydrotherapy facilities, and gymnasium
- Nobu Melbourne and Silks Chinese Restaurant within the Crown Entertainment Complex
- Crystal Club suites with dedicated butler service, private check-in, and exclusive lounge access
- Part of the Crown Complex with Melbourne's casino, live theatres, and more than 40 dining venues
Tips
- Crystal Club rooms include complimentary breakfast and evening canapé service — the price uplift over standard rooms is often modest.
- The hotel validates parking in the Crown car park; confirm validated rates at check-in to avoid the full daily public rate.
- Request a high-floor room on the north or east side for city skyline views rather than the car park facade.
- Weeknight rates are notably cheaper than Friday and Saturday; midweek stays deliver significant savings for flexible travellers.
- The hotel is a 15-minute walk from the CBD via the Sandridge Bridge pedestrian crossing — a scenic route along the Yarra River at no cost.
FAQ
Is Crown Towers Melbourne part of the Crown Casino complex?
Yes. Crown Towers is the flagship hotel within the Crown Melbourne complex, which also includes Crown Promenade and Crown Metropol hotels, the Crown Casino, multiple theatres, restaurants, and bars. Guests can move freely between all three hotels' facilities.
Does Crown Towers Melbourne have a pool?
Yes. Crown Spa features one of Melbourne's largest indoor heated swimming pools, accessible to all hotel guests. The spa also offers hydrotherapy pools, treatment rooms, and a fully equipped gymnasium.
What dining options are available to hotel guests?
Hotel guests have access to the full Crown Entertainment Complex, including Nobu Melbourne, Silks Chinese Restaurant, and more than 40 additional venues. In-room dining operates 24 hours.
How far is Crown Towers Melbourne from the CBD?
The hotel is in Southbank, approximately one kilometre south of the CBD. Flinders Street Station is a 15-minute walk via the Sandridge Bridge, and tram routes on St Kilda Road are a short walk away.
Is Crown Towers Melbourne family-friendly?
Crown Towers accommodates families and offers connecting room and suite configurations. The Crown complex provides a range of entertainment options, though guests should note that children under 18 are not permitted on the casino gaming floor.
Accessibility
Crown Towers Melbourne is fully wheelchair accessible with step-free entry, lift access to all floors, and accessible rooms featuring roll-in showers and grab rails. The Crown complex's ground-floor facilities, spa, and restaurants are also accessible. Guests requiring mobility assistance should notify the hotel at the time of booking.
When to visit
Crown Towers Melbourne is available year-round and maintains consistent standards regardless of season. Weeknight stays and Melbourne's shoulder seasons — March to May and September to November — typically offer lower rates and fewer conference crowds.