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The Hotel WindsorvsCoppersmith Hotel

The Hotel Windsor and Coppersmith Hotel are both recommended by professionals. On balance, The Hotel Windsor ranks significantly higher than Coppersmith Hotel. The Hotel Windsor has a TripExpert Score of 87 with approval from 9 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Frommer's and Time Out.

The Hotel Windsor
8/10
111 Spring Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $114/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"One of Australia’s most famous and self-consciously grand hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Rooms provide five-star luxury and charm, and many enjoy views of the state parliament and treasury buildings."
Time Out Time Out
"Before you even enter this 1883 grand dame, you know you’ve stumbled upon something special." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Between Bourke and Little Collins streets, this hotel is in a classic 1883 sandstone construction one block from Parliament House and Treasury Gardens." Full review
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Staff service is slow here especially when it comes to special requests.
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This luxurious colonial pile, with 180 spacious, lavishly decorated rooms and suites, has played host to Lord Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh and Muhammad Ali."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Built in 1883, this aristocrat of Melbourne hotels combines Victorian-era character with modern comforts, and is a must for history lovers." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Situated at the western end of the Central Business District, it lies across the road from Parliament House and has been the hotel of choice for many dignitaries and politicians over the years." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The Hotel Windsor is right in the city’s dress circle, near Parliament House, the MCG, Fitzroy Gardens and the Tennis Centre." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Situated on Spring Street across from Parliament House and next door to the Princess Theatre, each of the hotel's 180 rooms boast timeless elegance and comfort."
Melbourne Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Windsor opened in 1883, and since then this upper-crust establishment has oozed sophistication." Full review
Coppersmith Hotel
8/10
435 Clarendon St, South Melbourne, Port Phillip, Victoria 3205, Australia
From $173/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Air Conditioning
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Wallpaper 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 Travel + Leisure
"This small, architect-designed hotel has a distinctly Melbourne vibe." Full review
The Telegraph 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 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 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 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 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 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 Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Low-key, contemporary and elegant, 15-room Coppersmith has every right to call itself a boutique property" Full review

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