Langham Hotel, Melbourne
Melbourne has an exciting restaurant, bar and café scene as well as outstanding wine regions, such as Mornington Peninsula and Yarra Valley, right on its doorstep (then there’s the legendary shopping and a thriving arts scene as well). The key to a stay in Melbourne is to be centrally located so all the great restaurants and bars are just a short taxi (or tram) ride away and the Langham Hotel on the riverside at Southbank offers a very comfortable and attractive way to do just that.
In keeping with a brand that goes back to 19th century London, the hotel has a traditional elegance with a huge cascading marble waterfall at the entrance and more marble, rich fabrics, textiles and colours throughout the public areas. The staff has a friendly, nothing’s-too-much-trouble approach and all of them seem genuinely happy to help. The smiling doormen do an exceptionally fine job in welcoming guests, calling taxis and helping with all other queries.
Rooms are spacious with comfortable queen-sized beds, great linen, plenty of natural light, wonderful views over the Yarra, Federation Square and city skyline and decent-sized, marble bathrooms equipped with toiletries from the in-house Chuan Spa. The spa also offers a well-equipped fitness centre and 15-metre lap pool and the Club Lounge has free wireless internet access, great views and a diverse breakfast buffet.
Langham Hotel, Melbourne
1 Southgate Ave
Southbank, Melbourne
Tel.: 03 8696 8888