Book Novotel St Kilda in Melbourne
About the Hotel
Rooms Overview
The hotel offers 80 newly refreshed rooms with a coastal palette and local design touches. Each room includes a minibar, Nespresso machine, 60-inch TV with FOXTEL and free movies, seating area with table, and ensuite bathroom with premium amenities. Some rooms feature spa baths or executive upgrades, though room quality varies; some guests reported dated decor, slow lifts, and thin walls.
Dining Options
Urban Restaurant & Bar serves a modern menu with indoor and alfresco seating, plus a private dining room for up to 12 guests. 24-hour room service is available. The on-site cafe (Hub Cafe) offers breakfast with Australian cuisine, including à la carte options and French toast.
Leisure & Entertainment
The hotel features a wellness centre with infrared sauna and ice bath, plus a fitness center with offsite gym access. A co-working space with meeting facilities is available for business use. Entertainment includes a 60-inch TV with free movies, though internet connectivity may be limited; some guests reported issues with Wi-Fi for booking flights via non-local sites. Nearby attractions include St Kilda Beach (5-minute walk), Palais Theatre (15-minute walk or 2 tram stops), and Luna Park.
Location & Transport
Located on Fitzroy Street in St Kilda, the hotel is a short walk to St Kilda Beach, Luna Park, and Acland Street cafes. Tram stop (Line 5) is at the door, providing direct access to Melbourne CBD. Secure parking costs $35 per night via rear alley access, but entry requires pressing a buzzer from the car. The area is buzzing with restaurants, pubs, and a heated sea water swimming pool nearby, though some guests noted homeless individuals on the street.
Services & Amenities
All rooms feature key card access, safety deposit box, fire extinguishers, and 24-hour security with CCTV. The hotel offers 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, and tour desk. Business services include fax/photocopying and meeting facilities for 10-200 guests. Family-friendly features include kids' meals and family rooms, but room servicing is every 3 days unless requested. Staff are generally friendly but some guests noted unhelpful responses to complaints about issues like thin walls or slow parking alley access.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- On-site car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Snorkelling
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
