Famed for it’s iconic laneways, incredible food, vibrant arts scene, super shopping and more, Victoria’s Melbourne is definitely a place to add to your family-travel bucket list.
You can do it on a budget, or splurge a little on a luxury escape, either way you’ll find much to do – and eat – on your Melbourne visit.
If luxury is the way you’re leaning, the choice of The Wyndham: Families are more than welcome at this luxury accommodation. With two bedroom apartments and a luxurious three bedroom Presidential Suite, both of which come with a fully-equipped kitchens, lounge and laundry facilities, the Wyndham could easily be your luxurious home away from home. With a large, heated rooftop swimming and barbecue facilities, the Wyndham has plenty of outdoor recreation options that are perfect for summer family fun. Image: The Wyndham. Wrap on Southbank: With a 24 hour on-call doctor, a babysitting service and a pretty epic pool situation, Wrap on Southbank is one luxury hotel where families are more than welcome. Apartments come with fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and laundry facilities, so you’ll be super-comfortable on your Melbourne visit. Image: Wrap on Southbank. Sofitel Melbourne: Your family will be more than welcome at this luxury hotel. With connecting rooms available, and babysitting on request, Sofitel Melbourne understands what families need. You can even hire baby beds and booster seats if you need them. Image: Sofitel Mebourne. Sebel Docklands: Located not too far from the family fun on offer at Harbour Town, Sebel Docklands has tonnes on offer at their ultra modern luxury hotel. For an ultra-modern family apartment that comes with a rooftop tennis court and a state-of-the-art pool, this is your place! In fact, located right in the heart of Melbourne’s Docklands, the award-winning Sebel is one of the best hotels for a waterfront stay. Multiple rooms apartments with adaptable configurations mean that whatever size your family, you’ll be sure to be comfortable. The 25-metre pool and spa, and outdoor tennis court are big enticers too. Image: Sebel Docklands. Rydges Melbourne: Looking for inner-Melbourne accommodation for your family? Rydges has you covered. The two bedroom spa suite is perfect for families and you can unwind from your Melbourne exploring in your comfortable lounge area at the end of the day. Image: Rydges Melbourne. Park Hyatt: With a 25-metre indoor aquamarine pool and spa, babysitting service and outdoor tennis, the Park Hyatt is made for family fun in Melbourne. Image: Park Hyatt. Novotel St Kilda: A trip to Melbourne isn’t complete without a visit to the St Kilda foreshore. After all, who doesn’t want to see Luna Park? The Novotel St Kilda makes a great base for families visiting the area, not least of all because of the designated children’s play area, and heated pool. You can choose between luxury suites and apartments, depending on your needs. Image: Novotel St Kilda. Mantra on the Park: This luxury hotel offers two bedroom apartments, two bedroom parkview apartments or three bedroom penthouse apartments which are perfect for families. An on-call doctor and babysitting service help to ensure your visit is as smooth as possible. Image: Mantra on the Park.8 of the best child-friendly luxury resorts in Melbourne