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Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Docklands including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Docklands?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Docklands is April (C$ 175). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Docklands is December (C$ 357).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Docklands?

The cheapest day to stay in Docklands is Friday (C$ 175). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is C$ 299.
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Cheapest hotels in Docklands, Melbourne

Discover affordable stays in Docklands that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Docklands can be found for as low as C$ 92 per night. There is currently one property in Docklands that can be booked for this price. Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Docklands. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025
Out of the hotels in Docklands we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands

66 Aurora Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 92
Avg. per night
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Docklands Private Collection of Apartments - Digital Harbour
Docklands Private Collection of Apartments - Digital Harbour

Docklands Private Collection of Apartments - Digital Harbour

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 115
Avg. per night
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Quest Newquay
Quest Newquay

Quest Newquay

26 Caravel Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 122
Avg. per night
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Orange Stay At Collins Wharf
Orange Stay At Collins Wharf

Orange Stay At Collins Wharf

915 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 130
Avg. per night
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Quest Docklands
Quest Docklands

Quest Docklands

750 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 136
Avg. per night
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Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

443 Docklands Drive, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 139
Avg. per night
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The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands

The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.1 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
C$ 139
Avg. per night
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Winston Apartments Docklands
Winston Apartments Docklands

Winston Apartments Docklands

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.4 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
Pool
C$ 140
Avg. per night
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Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne
Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne

Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne

33 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 150
Avg. per night
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Peppers Docklands Melbourne
Peppers Docklands Melbourne

Peppers Docklands Melbourne

679 Latrobe Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 155
Avg. per night
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Akom At Docklands
Akom At Docklands

Akom At Docklands

26 Saint Mangos Lane, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 180
Avg. per night
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The Sebel Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Melbourne Docklands

The Sebel Melbourne Docklands

18 Aquitania Way, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.1 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 182
Avg. per night
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Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Melbourne

Crowne Plaza Melbourne

1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 183
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Other accommodations in Docklands

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Docklands. There are 359 hotels in Docklands and price data was last updated on 25 April 2025. The average price for a stay in Docklands is C$ 187/night.
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The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands
The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands

The Sebel Residences - Melbourne Docklands

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
2.1 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
C$ 139
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Where to stay in Docklands

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Docklands to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
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About Docklands

Once an area of swampland, Docklands is now a bustling harbour district on the edge of Melbourne’s CBD. It’s renowned for its waterfront dining establishments, shopping centres and family-friendly attractions, as well as a permanent exhibition of large-scale sculptural works.

Things to do in Docklands

Docklands is home to attractions that will appeal to the entire family, including Harbour Town’s sports car simulators and the glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course of Glow Golf. On a hot summer’s day, you can cool off while skating on the Icehouse’s Bradbury Rink or watch teams battle it out in the Australian Ice Hockey League.

While exploring Docklands, keep an eye out for the contemporary sculptures that dot the suburb, transforming it into an open-air gallery. Highlights include the “Threaded Field” (which loops around Etihad Stadium), the famous “Cow Up a Tree” and the dynamic “Blowhole” that is a must-see on windy days. Several of the sculptures are best viewed after dark, including “Aurora”, “Heartland” and “Field of Play”.

Need a retail fix? Browse the fashion retailers that cluster in Southern Cross Station or grab bargains at the Spencer Outlet Centre. The District Docklands is home to homewares stores, a cinema complex and the Funlab entertainment zone, as well as a wide choice of cafes, bars and restaurants. Visit on the weekend to experience the buzz of Dockland’s waterfront Sunday Market, where you’ll find everything from art to antiques and live entertainment.

Getting around Docklands

Docklands is around 10 minutes’ drive from the Melbourne CBD and 20 minutes from Melbourne Airport. Regular trains connect to the Southern Cross railway station and Docklands is served by several tram routes. Ferries also connect Docklands to Melbourne’s city centre and designated bicycle paths traverse the suburb.

Facts about staying in Docklands, Melbourne

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Docklands to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2025.

  • What is the best place in Docklands for bars and restaurants?

    When looking for hotels in Docklands to be close to the local bars and restaurants, you'll want to find spots close to Docklands Stadium, like Quest Docklands or Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands. These properties are a short walk away from most of the local attractions. Around the corner, you'll find The Social Club, Garden Gate Bar and The Carvery. All three of these places offer quality nighttime food and drinks. Start off at The Carvery to enjoy some highly rated cuts of meat, before heading over to the Garden Gate Bar for some after-dinner drinks and ending the night off at The Social Club. If you're in a Docklands hotel closer to Ron Barassi Snr Park, like Four Points by Sheraton, you'll be within walking distance of local favourites like the Urban Alley Brewery, as well as Almina, which offers classic Lebanese cuisine and water views.

  • What is the best place for a family holiday in Docklands?

    Docklands is a suitable location for family holidays; there’s a wide range of family-friendly restaurants in and around the dock, as well as fun things to do both in Docklands and in nearby neighbourhoods. You'll want to find Docklands accommodation further north, above the dock, to be close to public transport and close to family-friendly restaurants like The Pancake Parlour. You'll also be a short walk away from the local Ron Barassi Park, which is a great place for water views and a picnic spot. The Australian Cartoon Museum is also within walking distance from Docklands hotels just north of the dock.

  • What are the best things to do and see in Docklands?

    Although small, Docklands is teeming with activities for everyone to enjoy, as well as a wealth of sights to see, museums to explore and food to indulge in. Find Docklands accommodation around the Docklands Stadium, such as Peppers Docklands or Readyset Apartments At Stadium, to be close to attractions like the stadium itself, the Cow Up a Tree Sculpture, Docklands Park and Monument Park. If you're keen for something a little different, check out ArtVo, an immersive optical illusion gallery that's sure to blow your mind, and Webb Bridge is a worthwhile stop for the architecture lover in you. If you're travelling with kids, you'll want to take time out of your day for The Australian Cartoon Museum. If you head a little further west from Docklands, you can check out the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, which offers a range of exotic sea creatures and provides a hands-on approach.

  • How do you get to Docklands from the city centre?

    If you're looking for a good way to get from Melbourne city centre to hotels in Docklands, you'll be glad to know there are a couple of public transport options available. If you make your way to Central Station, you can hop on the line 30 tram, which leaves the station every 10min or so and will get you to the harbour in around 5-8min. The line 220 bus leaves from the corner of La Trobe Street and Queen Street, which is a roughly 5min walk from Central Station. This bus leaves every 20min or so and generally takes just under 10min to get you to the harbour in Docklands.

  • What are the best hotels in Docklands?

    Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands, rated with a score of 8.0 from 3,321 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Docklands. Other top stays include Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands, with an average rating of 8.4 from 586 reviewers, and Peppers Docklands Melbourne, with a score of 7.8 from 1,465 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Rod Laver Arena?

    Park Hyatt Melbourne is a hotel near Rod Laver Arena that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 9.0 across 1,688 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Docklands near Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre?

    Great Southern Hotel Melbourne is the hotel close to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 5,696 reviews rating it at 7.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Immigration Museum?

    Close to Immigration Museum you will find Great Southern Hotel Melbourne, which has a rating of 7.9 over 5,696 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Docklands?

    Over the last 3 days, Docklands hotels have been found for as cheap as C$ 97/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Docklands?

    Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Immigration Museum are the most popular landmarks in Docklands according to our data. You can experience Rod Laver Arena if you plan to visit Melbourne. You can visit Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre if you stay in Melbourne. Immigration Museum is accessible while staying in Melbourne.

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Consider these popular 4-star hotels in Docklands

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Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Quest Newquay
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Akom At Docklands
Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne
The Sebel Melbourne Docklands
Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Quest Docklands