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Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank

35-47 City Road, Southbank Melbourne, VIC, Australia

4.1 (604)
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Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank is the smart choice for savvy business and leisure travellers, delivering more where it matters most. The hotel features 345 well-designed rooms equipped with everything you need for a great stay. Start the day right with our complimentary Express Start Breakfast Grab & Go option, stay connected with free Wi-Fi and sleep easy with our Express Essentials providing all the quality in-room conveniences that make you feel at home, even when you’re away.


Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank Function Rooms

7 Spaces Available At This Venue
Festival Space

Festival Space

Combine Sandridge, Walker and the Great Room to create the perfect, light filled versatile event space. Perfect for larger style theatre or classroom set ups, this space can also be used to host vibrant, private cocktail functions or even a...

120
180
From $770
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Queensbridge Room

Queensbridge Room

A light filled space with aspects over the Southbank city scape and a modern, urban style design, the Queensbridge Room is perfect for corporate meetings and medium-sized conferences. Utilize the flexible break out spaces for lunch or din...

54
65
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Sandridge Room

Sandridge Room

Floor to ceiling windows flood Sandridge Room with natural light and views of the Melbourne city skyline. A fantastic space for board meetings or smaller conferences, Sandridge Room has the flexibility to adjoin with Walker Room.

30
40
From $770
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Walker Room

Walker Room

Adjoining Sandridge Room, Walker Room also boasts of floor to ceiling windows and aspects of Melbourne CBD and Flinders Street Station.

25
30
From $770
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Sandridge & Walker Room (combined)

Sandridge & Walker Room (combined)

Combine Sandridge and Walker Room to create the ultimate light-filled meeting space with sweeping views over the city skyline and Flinders Street Station.

55
70
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Princes Room

Princes Room

An intimate meeting space, Princes Room offers floor to ceiling natural lighting with views of Flinders Street Station.

22
From $770
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Winter Garden

Winter Garden

Enjoy an alfresco post-conference cocktail event on the Winter Garden Terrace. With flexible set up and seating, the Winter Garden Terrace is perfect for networking events or an alternative breakout space.

60
From $770
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Google iconReviews for Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank

H Liong

August 3, 2025

We stayed at the Holiday Inn Express and found the rooms to be of the standard layout and design you’d expect, functional and consistent. However, our overall experience was let down by a series of inconveniences and poor communication. Upon arrival, we were assigned a room with a door that was extremely difficult to open. When we asked reception for assistance, we were told to “just push harder.” Since this wasn’t a practical solution, we were moved to a second room. The second room was missing the block-out blinds so were then moved a third time. The third room is where we eventually settled. Unfortunately, the new room had a few indicators that showed a lack of attention to detail in the housekeeping as well. There were noticeable scuff marks on the walls, chipped door hanger and one of the pillowcases was ripped. Additionally, the pillows labeled “soft” and “firm” didn’t match their actual firmness. These were all small things and after a long day we didn’t bother to return back to the desk. As compensation, we were offered a higher-floor room. My husband was given a voucher stating that 500 IHG points would be added to our membership. However, when he showed me the voucher, I questioned whether our membership had actually been linked to the booking. We returned to reception, where the staff confirmed it hadn’t been added. Instead, we were given two drink vouchers for the bar. The following day, we got stuck in the lift with five people inside. None of our keycards worked to access our floor. At reception, the staff member immediately knew which lift we were referring to but didn’t offer an apology, she only explained that we needed to “hold the key to the reader longer.” She then reset our cards. Later that day, while in a different lift with a small family, their child remarked, “This is the slow lift,” which honestly summed up the experience quite well. While the hotel’s location is convenient and the facilities are consistent with the Holiday Inn Express brand, the multiple room changes, oversights in detail, and dismissive service made this a disappointing stay.

Andrew Cowell

August 18, 2025

Not quite central, but literally just a few minutes from Southbank and all that has to offer. The rooms are slightly smaller than some, but this is reflected in the price. All the usual amenities are available in the rooms and this place includes a fitness centre and laundry (which was a pleasant surprise!). Buffet breakfast is included in the room, but don't be late, as 9.30am, means 9.30am! However, there is a wide variety on offer. All in all, for a budget friendly place to stay, you can't go wrong. Oh, and one final thing: every member of staff had a smile on their face. Dunno if it's company policy, or whether there was a particularly funny joke going round, but it was nice to see.

Alice Dowling

July 30, 2025

Location is good and easily accessible for shops, restaurants and bars on the Southbank. Unusual reception location which is on the 7th floor. We stayed for a week, and although the room was clean, it was very small. Housekeeping was shocking, to the extent that even toilet paper and tissues were not replenished when empty. Our worst experience however was, despite informing front desk staff on the first 4 consecutive days of our stay that our room door was not being shut after 'servicing' they couldn't seem to grasp how totally unacceptable and worrying this was, they even intimated that we might not have closed it when we left it in the morning! Apologies and excuses were given, but no action taken until day 5 when I completely lost my composure through sheer frustration! We might as well not been issued with a room key, as we, or anyone else for that matter, could've just walked straight in after housekeeping had left!! Breakfast was the poorest we've experienced anywhere, cold scrambled eggs and bacon are not appealing and even after requesting a new batch, the eggs remained cold. Very little choice of alternatives, unless you like toast or cakes. We attempted the first 2 mornings, as the cost was added to the price of the room, but ended up going to a little cafe/bistro around the corner which was excellent. An added expense but at least it was edible. I would definitely not recommend this hotel, nor would we return in the future.

Yeow LaiYee

June 8, 2025

I recently stayed at the Holiday Inn Express Melbourne and had a great experience overall! The staff were incredibly friendly and super helpful, making my stay very comfortable. However, the breakfast quality was a letdown. Compared to another Holiday Inn location I visited last year, which had an excellent breakfast spread, this one fell short. Perhaps it's worth considering an upgrade to the breakfast options to match the high standards of service provided by the staff. Nonetheless, the hotel's hospitality and staff made up for it, and I'd still recommend it to others.

Brooke Johnson

July 14, 2025

We stayed for one night as we were attending a birthday dinner nearby. The hotel was easy to find, and it was convenient that there was a slip lane for temporary parking during check-in, especially given the limited on-street parking. The staff were welcoming and friendly upon our arrival. Our initial room was lovely—clean, well-presented, and comfortable. Unfortunately, there was no hair dryer, which was a bit inconvenient as I was getting ready for the evening, but reception promptly sent one up when we called. We did encounter a few issues during our stay. The tap in our bathroom wasn’t working, and with the hotel fully booked, they weren’t able to move us to another king room. Instead, we were relocated to a queen room, which felt like a bit of a downgrade. It was a wheelchair-accessible room—spacious, but not quite as modern or comfortable as our original room. It was also an interconnecting room, and unfortunately, we could hear everything from the neighboring guests quite clearly. The bathroom in the second room wasn’t up to the same standard—it had a noticeable musty smell, a stained shower curtain, and felt less clean overall. The bed was also less comfortable, with a noticeable dip that made for a poor night’s sleep. Additionally, the bathroom door was quite heavy and loud, which was a little disruptive. Breakfast was average, with limited options. The bacon was particularly overcooked and tough—many guests around us left theirs untouched. On a positive note, the hotel offers private parking at a reasonable rate, which is a helpful feature. Overall, while the staff were kind and did their best to assist, the room change and maintenance issues detracted from our stay. It would have been appreciated to receive some form of compensation for the downgrade and the inconvenience. We're still waiting on the return of our deposit, which we understand can take a few business days. It was, unfortunately, a very average experience—some nice touches, but not without its frustrations.


Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an event cost at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank?

Events at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank start from 0.

This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

What type of events can be hosted at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank?

The following types of events can be held at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank:


If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

How do I find out if Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank is available for my event date?

The best way to find out if Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

What catering / food and beverage options are available at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank?

No food or beverage / catering options have been selected for Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank. For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

What steps are involved in booking an event at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank?

There are a steps involved in booking an event at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.

Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements

Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?

This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.

If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).

VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank if you book via us.

I have more questions. How do I get in contact?

There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page

The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.


Amenities & Extras

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab
Coffee / Tea
External Catering
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone
Speakers
Teleconference
TV

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Accommodation
Air Con
Flip Chart
Lighting
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Pens & Paper
Restroom
Sustainable
Whiteboard
WiFi

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