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The Victoria HotelvsCoppersmith Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Coppersmith Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Ibis Styles Melbourne, The Victoria Hotel. Coppersmith Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 81 with positive reviews from 6 sources such as Lonely Planet, Mr & Mrs Smith and Time Out.
The Victoria Hotel
Lonely Planet
Time Out
215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $57/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
"The original Vic opened its doors in 1880 but don’t worry: they’ve updated the plumbing since then." Full review
"In the heart of the CBD, this iconic Melbourne hotel is conveniently close to all the city's major attractions and venues." Full review
Coppersmith Hotel
Wallpaper
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Mr & Mrs Smith
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
435 Clarendon St, South Melbourne, Port Phillip, Victoria 3205, Australia
From $173/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
"South Melbourne’s old Cricket Club has been transformed into a boutique hotel by hospitality entrepreneur George Bagios and architecture studio, Hassell." Full review
"This small, architect-designed hotel has a distinctly Melbourne vibe." Full review
7.0
"This all-white hotel offers a pleasant refuge after a busy day exploring Melbourne’s galleries, parks and laneways." Full review
Top Choice
"Low key, contemporary and elegantly restrained, the 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property." Full review
"Forget gold, we prefer copper and Coppersmith, where the food is delicious, the drinks are just how you like them and everyone knows your name." Full review
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Owner George was personally in charge of choosing all the bar's glasses; he even weighed the steak knives to make sure they were ergonomically supreme.
"Design aficionados will love the muted tones and sleek monochrome lines at this South Melbourne boutique bolthole that is equal parts hotel, bar and bistro." Full review
"The non-touristy South-Melbourne location—about 10 minutes from downtown—makes Coppersmith feel like a well-maintained locals-only secret." Full review
"With just 15 rooms, this understated, modern boutique hotel is removed from the hubbub of the city's CBD, while remaining close to attractions and transport"
Melbourne Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Top choice
"Low-key, contemporary and elegant, 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property" Full review