AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank | Accommodation in Southbank

About AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank

" AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank blends sleek European-inspired design with contemporary Australian hospitality, creating a stylish base for both business and leisure travellers. Part of Marriott’s AC Hotels brand, this upscale property offers refined rooms, a rooftop infinity pool, and vibrant dining options, all within walking distance of Southbank’s cultural, dining, and entertainment precincts. With thoughtful amenities and a sophisticated aesthetic, it’s a polished retreat in Melbourne’s inner south. "

Fast Facts

- Star Rating :

- Number of Rooms : 205

- Year Opened : 2021

- Member of : AC Hotels by Marriott

- Parent Co. : Marriott International

- Check In From : 3pm

- Check Out By : 11am

Awards & Recognition:

1-2025 QANTAS Travel Insider - The 26 Best Hotels to Book in Melbourne’s CBD - No.21

2-2025 SITCHU - The Best Melbourne Hotels for When You’re in Town for Work (But Also a Little Bit for You)

Overview
Opened in December 2021, AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank brings the signature AC Hotels by Marriott brand to Australia for the first time. Designed with clean lines, open spaces, and a minimalist yet warm aesthetic, the property offers an elegant and functional environment for travellers seeking style and comfort.
The 205 guest rooms and suites are light-filled and contemporary, with floor-to-ceiling windows, premium bedding, smart TVs, Nespresso machines, mini-fridges, and workstations. Bathrooms feature walk-in rain showers, luxury bath products, and a refined, spa-like feel. Suites add living areas and enhanced views of the city or Yarra River.
Guests can unwind at the hotel’s standout feature—its rooftop infinity pool—offering panoramic views over Melbourne’s skyline. Other leisure facilities include a fully equipped fitness centre and bicycle hire for exploring the city.
Dining is led by Sorolla, an all-day restaurant inspired by European flavours and seasonal local produce. Triana Bar offers cocktails, wine, and small plates, while Bar de Buceo provides poolside drinks and light bites.
With flexible meeting spaces, a prime Southbank location, and Marriott’s high service standards, AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank delivers a refined yet approachable city stay.

Last update August 2025

AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank Location

Located on Normanby Road in Southbank, the hotel is within walking distance of Crown Melbourne, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and the South Wharf dining precinct. Tram services are nearby, and the CBD is just across the Yarra River.

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Bar Triana

With its sleek design, warm lighting, and a Spanish accent running through the drinks list, Bar Triana brings a touch of Barcelona sophistication to Melbourne’s Southbank. Perched within the AC Hotel, it’s a stylish retreat for cocktails, wine, and relaxed conversation — equally suited to a pre-dinner aperitif, a nightcap, or a casual gathering that stretches into the evening.

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Sorolla Restaurant

Sorolla at AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank brings a refined Mediterranean touch to Melbourne’s dining scene, pairing fresh, seasonal produce with elegant European simplicity. Overlooking the Yarra River precinct, this stylish hotel restaurant delivers breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a light-filled space that blends contemporary design with relaxed sophistication—making it an ideal choice for business travellers, weekend explorers, and locals seeking a polished yet approachable dining experience.

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