Middle Park HotelvsCoppersmith Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Coppersmith Hotel ranks slightly better than Middle Park Hotel. Coppersmith Hotel ranks #19 in Melbourne with endorsements from 6 sources including Lonely Planet, Time Out and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Middle Park Hotel
102 Canterbury Road, Middle Park, Port Phillip, Victoria 3206
From $115/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"A Six Degrees renovation has ensured the rooms feel luxurious and modern – expect iPod docks and rain shower-heads when you reach the top of the wooden staircase." Full review
Fodor's
"All rooms have chiropedic bedding, spacious high ceilings, Egyptian cotton linen, and work from local iconic photographer Rennie Ellis." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"There are masculine overtones to the 25 rooms designed by acclaimed architecture firm Six Degrees in this converted pub." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The service here is better than at most five-star resorts, the rooms are fresh and comfortable and there’s an excellent French-inspired restaurant and well-stocked bar downstairs." Full review
Coppersmith Hotel
435 Clarendon St, South Melbourne, Port Phillip, Victoria 3205, Australia
From $173/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
Wallpaper
"South Melbourne’s old Cricket Club has been transformed into a boutique hotel by hospitality entrepreneur George Bagios and architecture studio, Hassell." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This small, architect-designed hotel has a distinctly Melbourne vibe." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"This all-white hotel offers a pleasant refuge after a busy day exploring Melbourne’s galleries, parks and laneways." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Low key, contemporary and elegantly restrained, the 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"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.
Time Out
"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
Condé Nast Traveler
"The non-touristy South-Melbourne location—about 10 minutes from downtown—makes Coppersmith feel like a well-maintained locals-only secret." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"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
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Low-key, contemporary and elegant, 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property" Full review