The Sebel Melbourne Flinders LanevsThe Hotel Windsor
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, The Hotel Windsor is preferred by most writers compared to The Sebel Melbourne Flinders Lane. The Hotel Windsor comes in at 82 with accolades from 8 reviews such as Time Out, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
The Sebel Melbourne Flinders Lane
321 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $178/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Upscale
"In the heart of Melbourne, Sebel MelbourneFlinders Lane is in an ideal spot for foodies and culture vultures looking to make the most of the surrounding cafe and entertainment district." Full review
Fodor's
"The smallest of the city's upscale hotels, the Sebel has a central location and a mix of lovely one- and two-bedroom suites, which sleep four to eight people." Full review
The Hotel Windsor
111 Spring Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"One of Australia’s most famous and self-consciously grand hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Rooms provide five-star luxury and charm, and many enjoy views of the state parliament and treasury buildings."
Time Out
"Before you even enter this 1883 grand dame, you know you’ve stumbled upon something special." Full review
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
"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
"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
"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
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
"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
"The Windsor opened in 1883, and since then this upper-crust establishment has oozed sophistication." Full review