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Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
A 5-star Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne at 328 Flinders Street — no POI rows with a 8.3 headline from 12,240 reviews and issues with cleanliness named in the cons.
- 5-star (official classification)
- Spencer Street & west edge
- Rendezous Hotels
- Nearest airport MEL
Written by the TravelShifu editorial team · last checked · hotel method
Desk assessmentWe have not stayed here. This verdict is built from the property’s own records and third-party guest reviews, read in full — including the complaints.
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The verdict
Book Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne if a 8.3 headline from 12,240 fits your tolerance — accept issues with cleanliness, food quality concerns as named trade-offs.
This seed has no POI distance rows for Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, so we do not invent landmark kilometre claims. Location still scores 9.42 out of 10 in guest analysis.
The supplier rating is 8.3 out of 10 from 12,240 reviews, captured 8 December 2025. Cleanliness 7.91. Service 9.38. Pros name good location, helpful staff. Cons name issues with cleanliness, food quality concerns.
Filtered amenity facts include Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar, Parking, Accessible parking, Parking garage — we only cite what the seed lists.
Chain: Rendezous Hotels. Check-in from 03:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM.
Best for
- Travellers who want a 5-star with a 8.3 headline from 12,240 reviews
- Anyone comparing dated cleanliness and location category scores before booking
- Readers who will read named cons as carefully as the pros
Not for
- Anyone who needs verified landmark pins — none in this seed
- Guests who will not accept named cons such as issues with cleanliness
- Anyone treating star class alone as a cleanliness guarantee
Verdict last reviewed . Rates, refurbishments and management change — re-check anything time-sensitive before booking.
The supplier’s overall score
Third-party guest reviews: 8.3/10 from 12,240 reviews — as of
This is an aggregate of published guest reviews from other booking sites, not a TravelShifu rating. We do not average it with anything, and we never restate it as structured data — Google’s review-snippet guidance says not to aggregate ratings from other websites, and every score we hold is somebody else’s.
What guests actually say
Guest sentiment at Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
Synthesised from published guest reviews, last run 8 December 2025. Scores are our reading of recurring themes, not an average of star ratings.
Every score and every phrase in this section is the guest analysis from our hotel data provider for Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, captured on 2025-12-08. TravelShifu did not compute these numbers, average them, or edit the wording.
- Overall Experience8.7 / 10Excellent
General consensus reflected a mix of positives and negatives, aligning with the target rating.
- Location9.4 / 10Excellent
The location received frequent praise for being convenient and central.
- Cleanliness7.9 / 10Good
Guests mentioned dust on surfaces and unclean crockery.
- Service9.4 / 10Excellent
The staff were noted as helpful and exceptional service was highlighted.
- Room Quality7.4 / 10Good
Room quality noted as poor in terms of size and noise levels.
- Amenities8.9 / 10Excellent
Good breakfast options were noted as an advantage.
- Value for Money7.9 / 10Good
Concerns about pricing when events are on in the city.
- Food and Beverage6.9 / 10Mixed
Issues with the food quality and delivery were raised.
Praised consistently
- Good location
- Helpful staff
Complained about consistently
- Issues with cleanliness
- Food quality concerns
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne in photos
Supplied by the property through our hotel data provider and served from its own CDN.
What the property says about itself
The supplier’s own copy, reproduced unedited. It is marketing — the verdict above is ours.
Prime Location and Heritage Charm
Located in the heart of the CBD, Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, a 4.5-star property, boasts a prime location and rich heritage dating back to 1913. The hotel seamlessly combines timeless style with modern amenities, offering a unique and memorable stay.
Luxurious Accommodations
Featuring 340 exquisitely designed guest rooms and suites, each equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, cable TV, en suite bathroom, and complimentary Wi-Fi, the hotel ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for every guest.
Unparalleled Accessibility and Dining Experience
Within walking distance of premier shopping destinations, theaters, and entertainment hubs, the hotel offers unparalleled accessibility. Indulge in culinary delights at the expansive buffet breakfast or savor European-inspired dishes at Mr. Tompkins restaurant, all while enjoying 24/7 room service for ultimate convenience.
Experience the allure of heritage charm and modern luxury at Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne.
Facilities
60 facilities as listed by the property. Shown in full rather than filtered: the same list is what the structured data on this page claims, so trimming it here would make the markup say more than the page does.
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Safety deposit box
- Bar
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Ironing service
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Dry cleaning
- Breakfast in the room
- Non-smoking throughout
- Daily housekeeping
- Accessible parking
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Parking garage
- Concierge service
- Special diet menus - on request
- Allergy-free room
- Kid meals
- Snack bar
- Public transport tickets
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Wine/champagne
- Fruits
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Face masks for guests available
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Happy hour
Where it is, and what is near it
Address
328 Flinders StreetMelbourne 3000
Australia
+61 3 9250 1888
Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out by
- 11:00 AM
Nearest points of interest
Our supplier lists no landmark distances for this property — not zero landmarks nearby, simply no measured distances on file. Rather than estimate them from the coordinates, we leave it blank: the address above and the map are the reliable guide, and our Melbourne area notes cover what is worth walking to.
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Conditions worth reading before you book
The property’s own notice, reproduced unedited. Deposits, card rules and pet charges live here.
Head to head
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne vs Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
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Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne — common questions
- How does Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne score with guests?
- Our hotel data provider returns 8.3 out of 10 from 12,240 reviews as of 8 December 2025. Location 9.42/10. Cleanliness 7.91/10. We have not stayed — this is a desk assessment from our hotel data provider’s dated guest analysis on the page.
- How close is Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne to the main sights?
- We cannot quote kilometre figures — this hotel has no POI rows in the ingest. Location scores 9.42 out of 10 from 12,240 reviews as of 8 December 2025. Plan walks on a map before you book around a tight itinerary.
- What time is check-in and check-out at Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne?
- Check-in is from 03:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. These are the property's own published times as published by the property to our hotel data provider. Luggage storage is listed among the facilities.
- Which airport is nearest to Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne?
- The supplier records MEL as the served airport for this property. That is the airport code our hotel data provider associates with the hotel, not a measured distance — check the route for your own arrival time before you rely on it.