The Victoria HotelvsSofitel Melbourne on Collins
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins ranks significantly higher than Ibis Styles Melbourne, The Victoria Hotel. Sofitel Melbourne on Collins ranks #9 in Melbourne with accolades from 8 publications such as Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Jetsetter.
The Victoria Hotel
215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $57/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"The original Vic opened its doors in 1880 but don’t worry: they’ve updated the plumbing since then." Full review
Time Out
"In the heart of the CBD, this iconic Melbourne hotel is conveniently close to all the city's major attractions and venues." Full review
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins
25 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $173/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"Guestrooms at the Sofitel start on the 36th floor, so you’re guaranteed views that will make you giddy." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"There are several room types, but all feature floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic views over the CBD, the Bay or Yarra River."
Time Out
"Since the early noughties, Sofitel Melbourne has stood tall at the top of Collins Street for its five-star service." Full review
Star Service
"Between Spring and Exhibition streets, at the vast Collins Place complex in the center of town, this hotel features some of the most impressive panoramas in the city." Full review
Rough Guide
"An I.M. Peidesigned hotel, set on the top floors of a 50-storey building, with marvellous views across Melbourne."
Oyster
Luxury
"Arguably one of the swankiest properties in Melbourne's Central Business District... features 363 elegant rooms and suites, many with views of Phillip Bay." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sumptuous high rise hotel with panoramic city views, poised in Melbourne’s stylish ‘Paris end’." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Collins Street, one of Melbourne's best boulevards, is home to this luxury hotel, which offers formal service, richly decorated rooms and contemporary Australian restaurant." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The Paris end of Collins Street is Melbourne at its most elegant, and this true-to-brand Sofitel property fits in seamlessly." Full review