Melbourne on Collins
French-inflected luxury tower hotel with an arts identity. Gold mirrored atrium rising fifteen floors through the building's core, rotating art exhibitions in corridors and lobbies, pastel macarons on arrival. Serious business hotel that also does romance and high tea very well.
Bay & River View rooms face south toward Port Phillip — worth asking for at check-in if you're in a city-view room and the upgrade isn't too steep
Why It Matters
One of Melbourne's only hotels where the entry-level room is already 36 floors up — the view is a guarantee, not an upgrade. The Club Sofitel lounge on Level 35 is marketed as the highest executive lounge in the city. The hotel identifies as a 'Hotel for the Arts' with exhibition programming that changes up to 16 times a year and an artist residency program.
Sofitel Melbourne On Collins starts where most city hotels stop: Level 36. Every single room sits above the Melbourne skyline — the lowest floor you'll sleep on is the 36th — with floor-to-ceiling windows and blackout timber shutters framing views of the Yarra River, Port Phillip Bay, and the MCG. The building itself is one half of the 1981 Collins Place twin towers, a 50-storey slab that anchors the Paris end of Collins Street. Rooms were fully refurbished in 2022 with contemporary furniture, French-inspired photography in 'Salon' style, 55-inch Chromecast TVs, and in-room Samsung tablets. No pool — that's the one conspicuous absence for a five-star property — but the SoFIT gym on Level 36 probably has the best views of any hotel treadmill in Australia.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Ambassador Suite
The 64 sqm Ambassador Suite on the 50th floor features a dining area, spacious lounge, and separate bedroom. The bay view from this height — overlooking the Melbourne Cricket Ground — is genuinely dramatic. Butler service available on request.
64 sqm
Deluxe Room
A step up in size, with views overlooking Melbourne's sports and entertainment precinct. The extra two square metres isn't huge, but the slightly larger bathroom and contemporary furniture make it a noticeably more comfortable stay. Refurbished in 2022.
38 sqm
Deluxe Suite
Located on the 50th floor, the Deluxe Suite has a separate lounge area and an exquisite marble bathroom. Club Sofitel access is standard. At 61 sqm, it's a proper suite at the very top of the building.
61 sqm
Imperial Suite (Celestial)
The second Celestial Suite on Level 50. A 1-bedroom residence available to upgrade to a 2-bedroom configuration. Same bespoke service package as the Opera Suite — butler, personalized linens, Denu amenities, Club Sofitel access, and panoramic views at the very top of the tower.
Junior Suite
At 50 sqm, the Junior Suite is where the space really starts to open up. Corner rooms feature an L-shaped wrap of windows — blue velvet egg-shaped chairs in the lounge area make the most of the bay and river views. Separate sitting area with Club Sofitel access. Pillow menu included.
50 sqm
Luxury Club Room
Same dimensions as the Superior Room but with full Club Sofitel access — the executive lounge on Level 35 with private check-in/out, daily signature breakfast, Le Goûter afternoon tea, and Apéro Chic cocktails and canapés from 5–7PM. Club rooms are positioned from the 47th floor upward, so you're genuinely sleeping among Melbourne's highest.
36 sqm
Luxury Room
A 40 sqm king room with Melbourne city views. Balmain Paris bath amenities included as standard. The extra square footage over the Deluxe is noticeable. This is the sweet spot for solo travellers and couples who want a proper room rather than a suite.
40 sqm
Opera Suite (Celestial)
One of two Celestial Suites on Level 50, 150 metres above Collins Street. The Opera Suite is a 1-bedroom residence that can be upgraded to a 2 or 3-bedroom configuration. Panoramic views, personal butler, personalized pillow slips and bathrobes, fresh flowers, premium minibar, and Denu (Melbourne-based) organic hair and body products. Club Sofitel access included.
Prestige Suite
A two-room corner suite at 77 sqm with spectacular wraparound views. Separate lounge includes a proper dining table, making it workable for small in-suite meetings or a meal with friends. Club Sofitel access included. The Prestige faces either the city or the bay — city-facing units catch views of the MCG and Rod Laver Arena.
77 sqmSuperior Room
The entry-level room sits 36 floors above street level — so the view from here is still spectacular. King bed or two oversized singles in the Sofitel MyBed configuration. Freshly refurbished in 2022 with contemporary furniture and French 'Salon'-style photography on the walls. Floor-to-ceiling windows with blackout timber shutters. City skyline aspect.
36 sqmSuperior Room, Bay & River View
Same footprint as the standard Superior but with a guaranteed south-facing view overlooking the Yarra River, Southbank, and Port Phillip Bay. At 36 floors up, the bay catches the light beautifully after dark. Same 2022 refurbishment package — MyBed, Chromecast TV, in-room tablet.
36 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel positions itself as a 'Hotel for the Arts', running rotating art exhibitions in corridors and public spaces that change up to 16 times per year. An artist residency programme brings acclaimed local artists to create works inspired by the hotel. Current rotating exhibitions include 'Six Artists | Seven Days' presented by Defiance Gallery.
A hotel-partnered hot air balloon experience drifting over Melbourne or the surrounding landscapes. Offered as a bookable package through the hotel. Off-property activity arranged through the concierge.
A two-course pre-theatre menu at No35 paired with a glass of sparkling, red, or white wine. Times align with the evening programmes at the Princess Theatre, Athenaeum, and other nearby venues, all within a 10-minute walk.
24-hour room service ordered via the in-room Samsung tablet. No app download required — the tablet is provided on the desk in each room.
An intimate martini masterclass hosted at The Atrium on 35, featuring guided tastings, curated canapés, and golden bar ambience above Melbourne. A seasonal winter ritual — check current availability.
Fully equipped gymnasium on Level 36. Life Fitness equipment, treadmills, and city views — possibly the best gym views in Melbourne. Small but well-appointed, with massage chairs noted by reviewers. No pool on property.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
24-hour business centre with fax, photocopying, and laptop safe. Twelve dedicated event spaces including La Trobe Ballroom and a Grand Ballroom (capacity 828 seated). High-tech audiovisual support throughout.
Level 35, the highest executive lounge in Melbourne. Private check-in/out, daily food service, free one-hour Club meeting room use per stay, unlimited WiFi, local telephone calls, newspapers and magazines, showering facilities for early arrivals. Open 7AM–8PM daily.
Full concierge including theatre bookings, restaurant reservations at nearby venues, spa referrals (no on-site spa), and transport arrangements.
High-speed WiFi throughout the hotel, complimentary for all guests. Club Sofitel guests receive unlimited wireless internet access as a stated benefit.
Round-the-clock room service ordered via the in-room Samsung tablet on the desk, or by contacting the communications team directly.
Level 36. Life Fitness equipment, treadmills, massage chairs. Panoramic city views. No pool.
The hotel does not have a swimming pool. Repeatedly flagged by guests as the one thing missing from an otherwise well-appointed luxury property.
Proprietary Sofitel MyBed featherbed system in all rooms, with a curated pillow menu. Regarded consistently as one of the best beds in Melbourne hospitality.
Standard amenities across all room categories. Luxury Club and above receive upgraded amenity packages.
Each room features an in-room Samsung tablet for ordering room service, accessing hotel services, hotel directory, and digital newspapers and magazines.
Located in the hotel lobby. Luxury retail including Sofitel signature products and gifts.
Valet parking available from the porte-cochère off Collins Street. $65 per night for in-house guests. Day visitors can use First Parking at 28 Flinders Lane with glass lift access to lobby level. Casual parking rates also available.
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