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Rydges MelbournevsThe Como Melbourne - MGallery
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, The Como Melbourne - MGallery by Sofitel scores significantly better than Rydges Melbourne Hotel. The Como Melbourne - MGallery by Sofitel comes in at 86 with approval from 11 publications including Concierge, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Rydges Melbourne
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Oyster
186 Exhibition St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $80/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "This stylish hotel is located in the heart of the theatre district, just uphill from Chinatown and just downhill from the 19th-century state parliament and treasury buildings."
Time Out "It may not have produced a paparazzi-pulling heiress but Rydges is an Australian-owned chain of hotels that has been around since the 80s." Full review
Star Service "In a busy central location, one block from the superior Marriott and in the heart of the theater and shopping district, this homegrown chain hotel operates comfortably a half rung below..." Full review
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The staff is often overworked, making special requests difficult, and housekeeping needs to step it up a notch.
OysterUpscale
"Located in the heart of the Central Business District, the large, upscale Rydges Melbourne Hotel is convenient to unique boutiques, fine dining, and many of the city's top attractions." Full review
The Como Melbourne - MGallery
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
Jetsetter DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Lonely Planet Oyster
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
630 Chapel Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria 3141
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The hotel is right in the heart of South Yarra, Melbourne's renowned restaurant, shopping, and cafe district, and is popular with the fashion and entertainment set." Full review
Concierge "Visiting rock stars and celebs choose this hip property at the "river end" of the boutique-and-café-sprinkled neighborhood of South Yarra."
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Visiting rock stars and celebs choose this hip property at the "river end" of the boutique-and-café-sprinkled neighborhood of South Yarra.
Insight Guides "The Como wins awards year after year for its attention to comfort and uniquely designed suites."
Jetsetter "Buzzy celeb-fave glamazon with a brasserie, bar and penthouse fitness center in fashiony South Yarra." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Just down from the intersection of Chapel Street’s stylish café and fashion strip and trendy Toorak Road, this hotel is a favourite with entertainers and sports people."
Rough Guide "Stylish hotel that often plays host to visiting celebs and businesspeople."
Fodor's "With its opulent and funky modern furnishings, this luxury hotel is as popular with business travelers as it is with visiting artists and musicians." Full review
Lonely Planet "Located at the junction of the city’s most hyped fashion streets, Como is requisitely stylish and long beloved by local celebs." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Long a destination for visiting celebrities, The Como Melbourne features upscale rooms and garden suites that continue to shine thanks to a 2012 renovation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Bright pops of fuchsia in the lobby, along with shiny, bold sculptures, introduce the overall vibe of this hip hotel in South Yarra." Full review
