Apr 16, 2019, 5:52 pm
Melbourne Marriott, Australia [Master Thread]
Apr 7, 2023 | 6:41 pm
#46
Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: Bangkok/Singapore
Programs: Frantic Hilton/Marriott runs
Posts: 1,087
Hot and cold offerings
Not exactly top shelf liquor and wine
Jul 22, 2023 | 6:35 pm
#47
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Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
Programs: MB Ambassador, WOH Globalist, HH Diamond (Aspire), IHG Plat (CC), UA (*G) Gold, AA Plat (OWS)
Posts: 10,182
I really enjoyed the Melbourne Marriott - they really focused on comfort and friendliness here. Here are my pros, cons, and photos:
Pros:
Photos:
Pros:
- Upgraded to a Corner Larger Suite around the evening or morning before arrival
- The suite had comfortable furniture - including the couch and leather desk chairs
- The bed was absolutely fantastic - really plush mattress, plush pillows, and plush covers
- Shower pressure was fantastic and strong - it could get really hot but was able to be adjusted
- A really delicious box of chocolate-covered salted caramel popcorn was waiting for me in the room - love a dessert welcome gift
- Breakfast is only in the restaurant (no lounge breakfast) - quite tasty
- Good made-to-order omelets
- Tasty barista coffees
- Yummy "potato gems"
- Waffles were pretty good
- Sparkling wine served at check-in - seems bougie though I had a few sips
- Staff was quite friendly as expected in Australia
- M Club does have evening service, but there weren't any desserts
- Not much
Photos:
Oct 7, 2023 | 3:11 pm
#48
Join Date: Jan 2008
Programs: Marriott Titanium, Hilton Gold
Posts: 428
I really enjoyed the Melbourne Marriott - they really focused on comfort and friendliness here. Here are my pros, cons, and photos:
Pros:
Pros:
- Upgraded to a Corner Larger Suite around the evening or morning before arrival
- The suite had comfortable furniture - including the couch and leather desk chairs
- The bed was absolutely fantastic - really plush mattress, plush pillows, and plush covers
- Shower pressure was fantastic and strong - it could get really hot but was able to be adjusted
- A really delicious box of chocolate-covered salted caramel popcorn was waiting for me in the room - love a dessert welcome gift
- Breakfast is only in the restaurant (no lounge breakfast) - quite tasty
- Good made-to-order omelets
- Tasty barista coffees
- Yummy "potato gems"
- Waffles were pretty good
- Sparkling wine served at check-in - seems bougie though I had a few sips
- Staff was quite friendly as expected in Australia
- M Club does have evening service, but there weren't any desserts
- Not much
As someone who loves breakfast buffets, were the Marriott and W both full buffets? I want bacon every morning on holiday.
And if you return to Melbourne, where would you stay on your next visit? I'm having trouble deciding between the Marriott, W, Westin and Sheraton. I've eliminated the new Ritz. This would be my first visit to Melbourne.
Thanks!
Oct 7, 2023 | 3:49 pm
#49
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Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: USA
Programs: MB Ambassador, WOH Globalist, HH Diamond (Aspire), IHG Plat (CC), UA (*G) Gold, AA Plat (OWS)
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EE, as the others have said, thank you for your wonderful reviews and pictures.
As someone who loves breakfast buffets, were the Marriott and W both full buffets? I want bacon every morning on holiday.
And if you return to Melbourne, where would you stay on your next visit? I'm having trouble deciding between the Marriott, W, Westin and Sheraton. I've eliminated the new Ritz. This would be my first visit to Melbourne.
Thanks!
As someone who loves breakfast buffets, were the Marriott and W both full buffets? I want bacon every morning on holiday.
And if you return to Melbourne, where would you stay on your next visit? I'm having trouble deciding between the Marriott, W, Westin and Sheraton. I've eliminated the new Ritz. This would be my first visit to Melbourne.
Thanks!
I would say that you'll probably be happy at the Marriott, Le Meridien, Sheraton, or W. The W and LM are modern, and the Marriott and Sheraton are traditional. I would say that you should pick on price - if one of those is lower than the others, then pick that one. The W is probably worth a slight price premium, but my opinion is skewed as I was upgraded to a WOW Suite.
Mar 31, 2025 | 11:20 pm
#50
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: SIN
Programs: SQ PPS, NZ*E, HH Diamond, Marriott TE
Posts: 122
Stayed end March 2025. Upgraded to a suite the day prior with both a midday checkin and late checkout. A free bottle of wine at check-in and very friendly staff. Also a great location - pretty much walking distance to anywhere in the CBD.
On the negative side, the lounge is mediocre. It's essentially a closed off area in the bar, so somewhat noisy. The hot food was warm and soggy and the beers were low alcohol. An extra $15 pp for restaurant breakfast - but for that, may as well go to one of the many great Melbourne coffee spots.
No compelling reason to return as many Bonvoy options in Melbourne - unless the price was right.
On the negative side, the lounge is mediocre. It's essentially a closed off area in the bar, so somewhat noisy. The hot food was warm and soggy and the beers were low alcohol. An extra $15 pp for restaurant breakfast - but for that, may as well go to one of the many great Melbourne coffee spots.
No compelling reason to return as many Bonvoy options in Melbourne - unless the price was right.
Last edited by SqKiwi; Mar 31, 2025 at 11:21 pm Reason: Typs
Apr 7, 2025 | 4:56 pm
#51
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: YXU
Programs: Marriott LT Titanium Elite, AC SE
Posts: 132
Recent stay-loved it!
Just completed a 5 day stay, club level. Found the property to be first rate, every employee we interacted with was friendly and helpful. Stunning decor throughout, service in club lounge and restaurant /bar was impeccable.
2 oddities, neither diminished the experience;
1) minimal, close to no storage available in room.
2) most lights can only be shut off with master switch, not light by light if that is your preference.
Definitely will book again!
2 oddities, neither diminished the experience;
1) minimal, close to no storage available in room.
2) most lights can only be shut off with master switch, not light by light if that is your preference.
Definitely will book again!
May 21, 2026 | 1:23 pm
#52
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: YEG
Programs: UA 1K, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 790
Stayed end March 2025. Upgraded to a suite the day prior with both a midday checkin and late checkout. A free bottle of wine at check-in and very friendly staff. Also a great location - pretty much walking distance to anywhere in the CBD.
On the negative side, the lounge is mediocre. It's essentially a closed off area in the bar, so somewhat noisy. The hot food was warm and soggy and the beers were low alcohol. An extra $15 pp for restaurant breakfast - but for that, may as well go to one of the many great Melbourne coffee spots.
No compelling reason to return as many Bonvoy options in Melbourne - unless the price was right.
On the negative side, the lounge is mediocre. It's essentially a closed off area in the bar, so somewhat noisy. The hot food was warm and soggy and the beers were low alcohol. An extra $15 pp for restaurant breakfast - but for that, may as well go to one of the many great Melbourne coffee spots.
No compelling reason to return as many Bonvoy options in Melbourne - unless the price was right.
Also if anyone has any recent early checkin experience here as a data point I would appreciate it.
Thanks