Grand Hyatt MelbournevsHotel Claremont
Both properties are rated highly by experts. On balance, Grand Hyatt Melbourne ranks significantly higher than Hotel Claremont. Grand Hyatt Melbourne scores 89 with recommendations from 8 sources like DK Eyewitness, Oyster and Star Service.
Grand Hyatt Melbourne
123 Collins St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $182/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"Built in 1987 with Italianate décor, near Federation Square and the Yarra river; it's undergone a $29 million renovation." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A member of the Hyatt hotel chain, this five-star hotel is within walking distance of some of Melbourne’s best boutiques, galleries, theatres, restaurants and bars."
Time Out
"Grand Hyatt Melbourne is ideal for the bar hopper, shopper and urban adventurer alike." Full review
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Absolutely request one of the newly-renovated, Joseph Pang-designed rooms which are as equally comfortable for singles, couples and families alike.
Star Service
"This hotel's sophisticated style and varied facilities are right in line with Hyatt's top properties worldwide. " Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This opulent, centrally located hotel caters to the needs -- and deep wallets -- of business travelers." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Widely regarded Melbourne’s original luxury hotel, Grand Hyatt Melbourne has been an Australian icon for 30 years." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The shimmering gold, 33-level Grand Hyatt luxuriates in an understated opulence befitting of its city." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This famous Collins St five-star has 546 rooms, many with grand floor-to-ceiling windows, marble baths, designated workspaces and art deco furnishings." Full review
Hotel Claremont
189 Toorak Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria 3141
From $21/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Business Center
Frommer's
"The high ceilings and the mosaic tiles in the lobby welcome visitors into this old-world hotel. It's an attractive place, though sparsely furnished." Full review
Rough Guide
"Restored 1886 Victorian guesthouse in the heart of South Yarra. Over 70 bright, airy dorm and private rooms with recently renovated shared bathrooms."
Oyster
Budget
"The hostel-style lodgings at the Hotel Claremont are geared toward travelers on a budget." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Claremont is good value, with comfortable rooms, high ceilings and shared bathrooms." Full review