🇦🇺 Melbourne, Australia
InterContinental
📍 495, Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000
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The InterContinental Melbourne on Collins Street is all serious business – marble floors, a sweeping staircase, and dark clubby leather in the lobby bar. It's the kind of place where suits tap away on laptops over €18 cocktails, and the concierge knows a back way to the MCG. Not a boutique or a budget pick: you're here for five-star service, old-school grandeur, and the fact that you can walk to Flinders Street Station in five minutes. Perfect if you're in town for work, a theatre weekend, or a splurge that includes a proper afternoon tea.
Melbourne编年史
Founded as a remote penal settlement in 1835 by John Batman and John Pascoe Fawkner, Melbourne grew rich on the 1850s gold rush, which funded its grand boulevards and arcades. By the late 19th century it was one of the world's richest cities, leaving a legacy of Victorian and Edwardian stone buildings that still dominate the CBD. The 1956 Olympics put it on the global map, and decades of immigration – especially from Greece, Italy, Vietnam and China – have made its food scene arguably Australia's best. Today it's a laid-back, coffee-obsessed cultural capital, fiercely proud of its laneways, street art, and the fact it lost the national capital title to Canberra.
参观的最佳时间
Melbourne完整指南 →最佳月
March and April (autumn) for settled weather (20-25°C), fewer crowds than summer, and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in April. November (late spring) also works well – jacarandas in bloom, warm but not stifling.
峰会 / 节日 Surge
January and December are peak summer – hot (30-40°C), crowded, with the Australian Open tennis in late Jan. Hotel prices roughly double, and advance booking is essential. The Grand Final long weekend (late September/early October) also spikes demand across the city.
预算肩部季节
June to August is Melbourne's winter – grey, wet, but cheap. Hotel rates drop 30-40% off summer highs, and crowds evaporate. The Firelight Festival in July adds a spark, but expect 10-15°C and drizzle. Still, it's the best time for a bargain stay.
天气 & 包装
Melbourne is famous for 'four seasons in one day' – hot northerlies can switch to a cold southerly and rain within an hour. Pack layers: a waterproof jacket, a mid-weight sweater, and comfortable walking shoes that can handle both city pavements and a surprise downpour.
城市简介 — Melbourne
- The Metro Tunnel is still under construction – expect street closures and tram disruptions around Swanston Street until late 2025, but the new Town Hall and Anzac stations won't open until 2025 at the earliest. Check Public Transport Victoria for real-time updates.
- The Queen Victoria Market's summer night market is on pause until November, but the winter 'Firelight' market runs Wednesday evenings in July – fire pits, mulled wine, and late-night shopping.
- Melbourne's laneway bars and restaurants are fully open, but many still prefer cashless payment. The city has a mandatory booking system for some popular venues on weekends (like Higher Ground or Cumulus Inc.), so book ahead if you want a table.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to InterContinental, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 20–28 facing east (toward Collins Street but set back) for a quiet balance of city views and reduced street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–8, especially those facing Collins Street, as they pick up tram rumble and late-night bar noise from street level. Also skip rooms near the lift core on any floor—the lift doors and machinery are audible in adjacent rooms.
Best views
East-facing rooms on floors 25–30 give a clear sightline across the Yarra River toward the Dandenong Ranges; west-facing rooms overlook the city grid with good skyline views but see more twilight traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 20–28 are quietest; they sit above most street noise and the hotel bar/restaurant levels.
🔊 Noise notes
Collins Street is a main tram corridor—trams run 5am–midnight with a distinct screech on turns. Late-night noise comes from restaurants and bars on Collins Street and Flinders Lane. The hotel's loading bay entrance at the rear (off Flinders Lane) creates early-morning delivery truck noise.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room above floor 20 on the east side—these are furthest from the loading dock and tram lines. 2. If you drive, skip the hotel valet (£45/night) and use the Wilson Parking garage at 55 Collins Street (enter from Scott Alley)—book online for £20/day, then walk 3 minutes.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
酒店设施 — InterContinental
Basic free Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for IHG Rewards members; premium high-speed tier (up to 50 Mbps) available at AUD 20 per 24 hours (complimentary for Club InterContinental guests)
Three passenger lifts serve all 31 floors (guest rooms, lobby, club lounge); no stairs-only sections
Digital PressReader access via brand app with over 7,000 newspapers/magazines; no complimentary physical newspapers daily, but available at request
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 09:00 at bell desk with no charge; late check-out fee of AUD 50 per hour until 14:00, after that 1-night charge up to 18:00
Complimentary luggage storage at the bell desk for before check-in and after check-out, no time limit
Step-free access via Collins Street ramp; automatic doors at main entrance; two accessible rooms on level 3 with widened doorways and roll-in showers; no structural barriers to public areas
No on-site parking; valet parking AUD 65 per night at Wilson Parking (adjacent building, 24-hour entry/exit); nearest public car park is Secure Parking at 500 Collins Street (AUD 45 per night online pre-book); no EV charging on premises
收费、税收和存款
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or tourist tax; quoted rates include GST)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment secured at booking; a AUD 100 per night incidentals hold on a credit card is taken at check-in, funds released post-departure
信仰与饮食附近
- Church: Saint Paul's Cathedral (352 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Collins Street Baptist Church (360 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Scots Church (456 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St Michael's Uniting Church (545 m · ~7 min walk)
当地生活方式与娱乐
Block Arcade — 58 m · ~1 min walk
Birrarung Marr — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
ANZ Banking Museum — 361 m · ~5 min walk
The Butterfly Club — 114 m · ~1 min walk
五分钟无线电必需品
HSBC — 70 m · ~1 min walk
Amcal — 86 m · ~1 min walk
7-Eleven — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Flinders Street — 426 m · ~5 min walk
货币与货币
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs at banks or major shopping centres for better rates than airport/tourist exchanges; avoid airport money changers. Major banks include Commonwealth, NAB, and Westpac throughout the 3000 postcode area.
Contactless and card payments are nearly universal; most venues accept Visa/Mastercard. Mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widely accepted. Cash is less common but some small venues may prefer it.
Tipping is optional in Australia; 10% in restaurants for good service is appreciated but not expected. Taxi drivers and bar staff may receive small rounding-up, hotel staff don't expect tips.
吃,购物和旅行在一个预算
Cheap car hire →Flat white or cappuccino from a local café: AUD $4–5.50. Melbourne's coffee culture offers excellent value for quality.
Sandwich, salad bowl, or pasta from casual venues: AUD $12–16. Lunchtime deals common at mid-range restaurants.
Pub meal (burger, fish & chips) or Asian noodles: AUD $15–22. Docklands and Southbank areas have competitive pricing.
Food courts in shopping centres (Coles Group, Woolworths) and Queen Victoria Market area offer diverse cheap eats; banh mi, kebab, and pizza slices available AUD $8–12.
Coles and Woolworths supermarkets dominate; Aldi present in some locations. Budget ranges: bread AUD $1.50–3, milk AUD $2–3.50, fresh fruit AUD $2–6/kg.
High-street chains (Target, Cotton On, Kmart, H&M) in shopping centres; Queen Vic Market has affordable secondhand and vintage options.
Myki card (reusable) or daily cap at AUD $9.50 for public transport (tram/bus/train). Airport to CBD cheapest via SkyBus (~AUD $18 one-way) or train (~AUD $10–15).
Use Myki daily cap system—unlimited travel once cap reached. Shop at Coles/Woolworths 'Everyday Extra' or Aldi for groceries. Visit free attractions: parks, beaches, street art laneways, library cultural spaces.
好知道 — Melbourne
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
MelbourneTriple zero (000) is the main number for police, fire or ambulance in life-threatening situations. For non-urgent police matters call 131 444. For health advice, call Nurse-on-Call on 1300 60 60 24. In a crisis, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Melbourne, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at InterContinental
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · HSBC — 70 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Amcal — 86 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →围绕
Central Melbourne/Carlton area → Oxford Scholar Hotel (Lygon Street precinct)
💡 Hotel is in free tram zone. Use trams 1, 3, or 8 for exploring Lygon Street restaurants and city center. Routes 1 and 3 go to Parliament House.
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) → Oxford Scholar Hotel, Carlton
💡 Most economical option. Skybus to Southern Cross Station, then tram 1 or 3 north to Grattan Street (Carlton). Buy myki card for unlimited local tram travel.
Melbourne CBD → Oxford Scholar Hotel, Carlton
💡 Routes 200-204 connect Carlton to CBD. Less frequent than trams but good for avoiding hill climbs. Night Network available after midnight on selected routes.
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) → Oxford Scholar Hotel, Carlton
💡 Pre-book through your hotel to lock in rates. Uber typically cheaper than traditional taxis during peak hours.
常见问题
What are the best rooms at InterContinental?
Request a room on floors 20–28 facing east (toward Collins Street but set back) for a quiet balance of city views and reduced street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at InterContinental?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–8, especially those facing Collins Street, as they pick up tram rumble and late-night bar noise from street level. Also skip rooms near the lift core on any floor—the lift doors and machinery are audible in adjacent rooms.
Is InterContinental noisy?
Collins Street is a main tram corridor—trams run 5am–midnight with a distinct screech on turns. Late-night noise comes from restaurants and bars on Collins Street and Flinders Lane. The hotel's loading bay entrance at the rear (off Flinders Lane) creates early-morning delivery truck noise.
Which rooms have the best views at InterContinental?
East-facing rooms on floors 25–30 give a clear sightline across the Yarra River toward the Dandenong Ranges; west-facing rooms overlook the city grid with good skyline views but see more twilight traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at InterContinental?
1. Ask for a room above floor 20 on the east side—these are furthest from the loading dock and tram lines. 2. If you drive, skip the hotel valet (£45/night) and use the Wilson Parking garage at 55 Collins Street (enter from Scott Alley)—book online for £20/day, then walk 3 minutes.
What time is check-in at InterContinental?
Check-in at InterContinental is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does InterContinental have Wi-Fi?
Basic free Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) for IHG Rewards members; premium high-speed tier (up to 50 Mbps) available at AUD 20 per 24 hours (complimentary for Club InterContinental guests)
Is there a city or tourist tax at InterContinental?
None (no separate city or tourist tax; quoted rates include GST)
Where can I eat cheaply near InterContinental?
Sandwich, salad bowl, or pasta from casual venues: AUD $12–16. Lunchtime deals common at mid-range restaurants.
What is the cheapest way to get around from InterContinental?
Myki card (reusable) or daily cap at AUD $9.50 for public transport (tram/bus/train). Airport to CBD cheapest via SkyBus (~AUD $18 one-way) or train (~AUD $10–15).
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
March and April (autumn) for settled weather (20-25°C), fewer crowds than summer, and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in April. November (late spring) also works well – jacarandas in bloom, warm but not stifling.
Melbourne热门景点
💡 Take the Lift to the top of the dome—the panoramic view over the reading desks is worth the ride. Just off the main entrance there's a free cloak room. Bring a notebook and read at one of the original long tables.
💡 Go Wednesday night for the summer Night Market (free entry, but extra stalls and music). The deli hall has excellent boreks from the Turkish stall. Bring cash—some produce stalls are cheaper than card-friendly ones.
💡 The NGV Triennial (summer) and major ticketed exhibitions cost, but the entire permanent collection is free. Go on Friday evenings when it stays open late and there's often live music. Queue for the water-wall out front.
💡 The fairies at the Fairy Tree (a stump carved with tiny doors) are a favourite for kids—look near the pond. Walk the 'Model Tudor Village' (a bit kitsch but fun). Pack a picnic: the lawns are quiet on weekdays.
💡 Arrive before 9am to spot wild rosellas and ibises. The Guided Aboriginal Heritage Walk runs at 11am most days — sign up online, it's free but fills quickly.