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Space HotelvsCoppersmith Hotel
Space Hotel and Coppersmith Hotel are both highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Coppersmith Hotel ranks slightly better than Space Hotel. Coppersmith Hotel comes in at 81 with accolades from 6 publications including Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Space Hotel
Fodor's
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Oyster
380 Russell Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $18/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Fodor's "Located just minutes from bustling Lygon Street, Carlton Gardens, and Queen Victoria Market, this family-run venue targets budget travelers who like a bit more comfort." Full review
Time Out "From eight-bed dorms, to suites overlooking Melbourne, the Space Hotel offers budget accommodation in the heart of the city." Full review
Lonely Planet "One of Melbourne's few genuine flashpackers, this sleek, modern and immaculate hotel has something for all demographics, all at very reasonable prices." Full review
OysterBudget
"Catering to flashpackers (backpackers with bigger budgets) and millennials looking for simple lodging, the Space Hotel fills the void between a modern hostel and a mid-range property." 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
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 Telegraph7.0
"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 PlanetTop choice
"Low-key, contemporary and elegant, 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property" Full review
