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title: "The Royce, Melbourne: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Royce in Melbourne: rated 9.0 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★★★
# The Royce

Southbank, Melbourne, Australia

9.0 ·  Excellent 19 reviews ·  #176 #176 of 478 in Melbourne ·  7.4 Location score
## About The Royce

The Royce is a hotel in Southbank, Melbourne, Australia. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 19 reviews. Facilities include bar, gym, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 2.2 km from the centre of Melbourne. The nearest airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), is 14 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 94

- **Floors:** 6

- **Opened:** 2023

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 13

379 St Kilda Road [roycehotel.com.au](http://www.roycehotel.com.au/)

## How The Royce scores

Better rated than 65% of hotels in Melbourne

-   Guest rating **9.0**
-   Location **7.4**
-   Facilities **5.8**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **1.9**
-   Public transport **9.9**

Melbourne average

## Amenities

BarGymFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service

### Pool & wellness

-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Bar
-   24-hour room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Car hire
-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **69**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **43**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **6**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Middle Park Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">ARSC AUSTRALIAN RAILWAY SUPPLY COMPANY PTY LTD</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">160 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">30 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Melbourne</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   National Herbarium of Victoria480 m
-   Shrine of Remembrance520 m
-   Anzac Memorial610 m
-   Australian National Veterans Arts Museum770 m
-   Australian Turkish Friendship Memorial850 m
-   Australian Hellenic Memorial850 m

## The Royce: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Royce. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Car hire offerings at the hotel enhance the ease of discovering Melbourne. Guests can avail parking facilities at the hotel. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. During chilly days and evenings, the hotel provides an in-house fireplace to ensure your warmth. At the hotel, utilize the on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service to maintain your beloved travel attire fresh, allowing you to bring fewer clothes. Craving relaxation? Make the most of your stay at the The Royce with convenient amenities like 24-hour room service and daily housekeeping at your disposal. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. At The Royce, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. A few accommodations within The Royce offer unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the television for your enjoyment. In select rooms at the hotel, mini bar is available for those moments when it seems necessary. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes for your convenience. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the hotel's bar. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Discover the fitness amenities at hotel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway.

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## Questions about The Royce

### How do guests rate The Royce?

The Royce has a guest rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 19 reviews, which is better than 65% of rated hotels in Melbourne.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royce?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Is there parking at The Royce?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is The Royce from the airport?

The nearest airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), is 14 km away in a straight line.

### Is The Royce close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.5 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The Royce have?

The Royce has 94 rooms on 6 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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