The Langham, Melbourne - Melbourne

One Southgate Avenue Southbank, Melbourne, VC, 3006 Australia
Hotel Info: 866-539-8430
Guest rating 4.9 / 5
89% Recommend
(Neighbourhood average 4.3)
Melbourne's Langham Hotel on the banks of the Yarra River stands within easy reach of the city's business fashion and shopping districts, sports venues, parks and gardens, al-fresco restaurants, cafés and nightlife. Located in the center of Melbourne's art precinct, the Langham is close to the Arts Centre and National Art Gallery of Victoria, and only a kilometer from the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Center, Crown Casino, aquarium, cricket ground and Rod Laver tennis arena. Melbourne ...
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  • 4.9 Average rating: All Trip Types
  • 89% Recommended
  • 9 Reviews
  • 4.8  Hotel Service
  • 4.9  Room Comfort
  • 4.9  Hotel Condition
  • 4.8  Room Cleanliness

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Trip type Number of reviews Average rating
All Trip Types (9) 4.9
Business (1) 5.0
Romance (0) 0
Family (3) 5.0
With Friends (1) 5.0
All Others (4) 4.8

Overview

Melbourne's Langham Hotel on the banks of the Yarra River stands within easy reach of the city's business fashion and shopping districts, sports venues, parks and gardens, al-fresco restaurants, cafés and nightlife. Located in the center of Melbourne's art precinct, the Langham is close to the Arts Centre and National Art Gallery of Victoria, and only a kilometer from the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Center, Crown Casino, aquarium, cricket ground and Rod Laver tennis arena. Melbourne International Airport lies 22 kilometers from the hotel.
"A place where both sexes escaped from the active, yang side of life, to seek respite from the world was the Chinese garden..." So starts the philosophy of the hotel's Chuan Spa, where an East-meets-West philosophy and views of the river and skyline combine with Scandinavian saunas, conservatory covered pool, aromatherapy, saunas, spa bath and fitness center. The hotel's Melba Brasserie, an historically local favorite with envious views over the Yarra and skyline, draws in the patrons with international cuisine spiced with Australian flair, including such yummy dishes as Asian crispy duck pancakes, Boeuf Bourguignon, Singapore murtabak in roti, grilled calamari, veal scaloppini, Hainanese chicken rice, and vegetarian pumpkin soup. In addition, the Tisane Lounge offers a primo mix of cocktails, coffee, snacks, traditional high tea and live music. The Langham also features a business center and nine meeting rooms for up to 400 people.

The 387 guestrooms, including 11 suites, feature bathrobes, cable TVs, coffeemakers, work desks, safes, Internet access, minibars, refrigerators and premium bedding.

Official Australia STAR Rating provided by AAA Tourism Pty Ltd
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Amenities

Services

  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Babysitting or child care
  • Beauty services
  • Body treatments
  • Concierge desk
  • Concierge services
  • Currency exchange
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Express check- in
  • Express check-out
  • Facial treatments
  • Fitness facilities
  • Full-service health spa
  • Health club
  • Internet access in public areas - surcharge
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Massage - treatment room(s)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Parking (secure)
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Parking (valet) $26-$35
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Safe-deposit box - front desk
  • Sauna
  • Security guard
  • Shoe shine
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Wedding services

Business & Event

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Banquet facilities
  • Business center
  • Business services
  • Conference room(s)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Event catering
  • Exhibit space
  • Meeting rooms (small groups)
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Secretarial services

Accessibility Features**

  • Roll-in shower

**These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

Rooms (all rooms include)

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom phone
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cable/satellite television channels
  • Cable television service
  • Climate control
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Complimentary weekday newspaper
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Desk
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Electronic check-out
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Hair dryer
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room massage available
  • In-room safe (accommodates laptop)
  • Internet access (surcharge)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Makeup/shaving mirror
  • Minibar
  • Pay movies
  • Premium bedding
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway beds
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sewing kit
  • Slippers
  • Smoking permitted
  • Turndown service
  • Voice mail
  • Wake-up calls

General

  • Air-conditioned public areas;
  • Ballroom(s);
  • Bar/lounge;
  • Coffee shop or café;
  • Elevator/lift;
  • Number of floors: 24;
  • Number of rooms: 387;
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel;
  • Swimming pool - indoor;
  • Tours/ticket assistance;
  • Umbrella
Check-in time is 3 PM
Check-out time is 11 AM
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

Spa information

Located on level nine in the health club/pool area, Chuan Spa offers seven treatment rooms, men’s and women’s dressing areas with locker facilities, separate steam rooms and saunas, and private rooms for post-treatment relaxation. In Chinese, chuan means “flowing water” and represents the rebirth and rebalancing of the entire being. Chuan Spa is a place designed to create an ambience of tranquility for contemplation and inspiration. Treatments aim to nurture, heal, and restore, and use products that represent the Five Elements: wood, earth, metal, fire, and water. To this end, guests are asked to complete a brief lifestyle elemental questionnaire before each treatment in order to determine which treatments suit their needs. Peaceful Glow (1 hour): AU$130
This peaceful facial treatment is designed to smooth away stress and nourish dry complexions. A warm thermal-infusing mask combines the benefits of lemon verbena with protein extracts to soothe and nourish.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Muddy Elements (1 hour, 30 minutes): AU$180
Integrating the Five Chinese Elements into five signature mud mixtures, this treatment is designed to nurture the senses. Starting with a warm oil and herbal salt exfoliation to stimulate the skin, it includes an elemental mud body wrap, which allows essential oils to infuse the skin. It also includes a scalp massage, facial cleanse, and a full body mist followed by application of hydrating lotion.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Herbal Salt Scrub (30 minutes): AU$70
This warm oil and herbal salt combination treatment provides a deep-cleansing and exfoliating experience designed to revitalize the skin by enhancing circulation. A unique blend of mint and ginger uplifts the spirit and nourishes the body.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Reflexology (1 hour): AU$125
Reflexology is an ancient Chinese medicine technique that uses pressure-point massage on the feet and hands to restore the flow of energy and promote relaxation and healing throughout the entire body.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Remedial Massage (90 minutes): AU$180
This massage has positive short- and long-term effects on the body and encourages the process of healing. It is particularly effective for the natural treatment of stress-related conditions.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Chuan Harmony Massage (1 hour): AU$145
Designed to stimulate median harmony, this treatment combines the therapeutic elements of acupressure with various relaxation massage techniques to induce a deep sense of calm.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice. Chuan Stone Therapy (90 minutes): AU$200
This treatment aims to balance the yin and yang energies through the use of hot (yang) and cold (yin) stones. The hot stones increase body circulation and assist immune function by removing waste products. The cold stones calm internal heat, assist acute injury recovery, and increase mental alertness.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Chuan Senses (2 hours, 30 minutes): AU$350
This pampering package is designed to awaken the senses by combining all the well-being elements of the ocean and marine minerals. It begins with a stress-relieving scalp massage and application of a hydrating hair mask infused with essential oils of jasmine, clary sage, and sandalwood. It concludes with a calming aromatherapy facial.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice.

Chuan Escape Package (2 hours, 30 minutes): AU$360
This package promotes deep relaxation and radiant skin. It begins with a gentle Evening Primrose Oil body polish to exfoliate and cleanse, then an elemental chuan full-body mud mask is applied. A Chinese acupressure scalp massage promotes meridian harmony before warm water is poured over the body. The treatment concludes with a full-body aromatherapy massage.
Fee may not include tax and is subject to change without notice. In addition to the signature Langham Chuan Spa products, the spa uses and sells options from the Thalgo skincare line, which draws inspiration from the marine environment.

Awards

The hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Dining

Melba - Multi-level restaurant named after Melbourne’s renowned opera diva Dame Nellie Melba. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlook Yarra River and city skyline. Glass-and-steel buffet stations lend to the modern, spacious feel of the restaurant and are complemented by creative light fixtures including small crystal-drop fixtures suspended above the stations. Open/interactive kitchen stations include a tandoori oven, wok, rotisserie, seafood ice blocks, teppanyaki, and floating desserts station. Menu includes Asian and Australian cuisines of salads, seafoods, and beef. Also popular for its chocolate fondue fountain. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Aria - Bar/lounge with sophisticated ambience generated by soft lighting, long marble-topped bar, and clusters of small tables divided by screens. Lamps with funky shades, and a unique crystal wall of light behind the bar add an updated feel. Teas, coffees, and light meals served throughout the day. Afternoon tea with assorted finger sandwiches, warm scones with jam and cream, petit fours, and cakes also served daily. Evening menu includes champagnes, classic cocktails, and wines from the Yarra Valley. Live music featured Wednesdays–Saturdays.

Recreation

A wall of windows in the ninth-storey health club offers city views from the fitness centre, which features 13 cardio machines such as treadmills, elliptical/cross-training machines, stationary bikes, stair machines, and rowing machines. Pinned and free weights are also available, along with exercise balls in the stretching area. Pilates and yoga classes are offered daily.

A 20-metre pool and accompanying spa tub, which holds 20 people, are lit by a skylight that runs the length of the pool. The pool area opens out to a large sundeck that overlooks the Yarra River and city skyline. Just a few hundred metres from the Yarra River, the Langham offers easy access to rowing and canoeing facilities, as well as bicycle-hire venues. A paved riverside path is popular for jogging, and the Royal Botanic Gardens, 1.5 km from the hotel, has a 3.7-km jogging/walking track known as the Tan. The nearest golf course is Albert Park (2 km). The Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre in Albert Park has basketball, volleyball, squash/racquetball, and diving facilities. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.


  • Basketball nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Pilates classes/instruction on site
  • Rowing or canoeing nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Swimming on site
  • Volleyball nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

Guestrooms Guestrooms

Classic Room 1 King Bed

Hotel Info: 866-608-5966

One king or two double beds with feather-topped mattresses, high thread-count bedding, and four down pillows. Views of Southgate area or bay area. Located on floors 10–21. 35 square metres. Classic-style wood furnishings, floral-patterned thick drapes, and Australian artwork. Desk with two padded chairs includes high-speed Internet access, work light, direct-dial phone, and outlets at desk height. Armchair with ottoman. Marble bathroom with bathtub, glass-enclosed shower, two large mirrors, makeup mirror, hair dryer, phone, bathrobes, slippers, and Chaun Spa amenities. Separate marble-topped vanity area with mirror.

All rooms include All rooms include
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathroom phone
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cable/satellite television channels
  • Cable television service
  • Climate control
  • Clock radio
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Complimentary weekday newspaper
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Desk
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Electronic check-out
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Hair dryer
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room massage available
  • In-room safe (accommodates laptop)
  • Internet access (surcharge)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Makeup/shaving mirror
  • Minibar
  • Pay movies
  • Premium bedding
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway beds
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sewing kit
  • Slippers
  • Smoking permitted
  • Turndown service
  • Voice mail
  • Wake-up calls
Accessibility features

Classic Room 2 Double Beds

Hotel Info: 866-608-5966

Two double beds. Feather-topped mattresses. High thread-count bedding. Four down pillows. Views of Southgate area or bay area. Located on floors 10-21. 35 square metres. Classic-style wood furnishings. Floral-patterned thick drapes. Australian artwork with work light. Armchair with ottoman. High-speed Internet access. Marble bathroom. Separate bathtub and glass-enclosed shower. Two large mirrors. Make-up mirror. Hair dryer. Bathroom phone. Bathrobes. Slippers. Complimentary Chaun Spa amenities. Separate marble-topped vanity area with mirror.

All rooms include
Accessibility features

Club Classic Room

Hotel Info: 866-608-5966

One king or two double beds with feather-topped mattresses, high thread-count bedding, and four down pillows. Views of Southgate area. Located on floors 22–24. 35 square metres. Classic-style wood furnishings, floral-patterned thick drapes, and Australian artwork. Desk with two padded chairs includes high-speed Internet access, work light, direct-dial phone, and outlets at desk height. Armchair with ottoman. Marble bathroom with bathtub, glass-enclosed shower, two large mirrors, makeup mirror, hair dryer, phone, bathrobes, slippers, and Chuan Spa amenities. Separate marble-topped vanity area with mirror.

Rate includes access to the Langham Hotel Club Lounge, daily coffee/tea; evening drinks and canapés; a lounge area with river views, board games, big-screen TV, magazines, newspapers; computer area with two computers and printers.

All rooms include
Accessibility features

Club River Room

Hotel Info: 866-608-5966

All rooms include
Accessibility features

Club Spa Suite

Hotel Info: 866-608-5966

All rooms include
Accessibility features

River Room

Hotel Info: 866-608-5966

One king or two double beds with feather-topped mattresses, high thread-count bedding, and four down pillows. Views of Yarra River. Located on floors 10–21. 35 square metres. Classic-style wood furnishings, floral-patterned thick drapes, and Australian artwork. Desk with two padded chairs includes high-speed Internet access, work light, direct-dial phone, and outlets at desk height. Armchair with ottoman. Marble bathroom with bathtub, glass-enclosed shower, two large mirrors, makeup mirror, hair dryer, phone, bathrobes, slippers, and Chuan Spa amenities. Separate marble-topped vanity area with mirror. Minibar. Coffee/tea making facilities (kettle).

All rooms include
Accessibility features

Terms & conditions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. Prices shown exclude taxes and fees unless otherwise stated.

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The Langham, Melbourne South Melbourne

A short guide to South Melbourne

South of the Yarra River, South Melbourne incorporates several beaches including Port Melbourne and the vibrant entertainment district of Southbank – home to Crown Casino and a riverside promenade of restaurants, bars, and cafés. The National Gallery and Arts Centre overlook the Royal Botanic Gardens to the southeast. Southwest is Albert Park, boasting delis, cafés, and a number of leisure activities including golf, sailing, cycling, jogging, swimming and, in March, the Australian Formula One Grand Prix.

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Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

Less than 0.5 mile

  • Eureka Tower - 100 yards
  • Melbourne Arts Centre - 400 yards
  • Flinders Street Station - 400 yards
  • St Paul's Cathedral - 400 yards
  • Federation Square - 400 yards
  • Immigration Museum - 500 yards
  • National Gallery of Victoria - 500 yards
  • Collins Street - 500 yards
  • Melbourne Town Hall - 700 yards
  • Melbourne Aquarium - 700 yards

3.0+ mi

  • Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB) - 7.4 miles
  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) - 12 miles
  • Moorabbin Airport (MBW) - 13 miles
  • Tullamarine Airport - 13 miles
  • Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) - 30 miles
  • Geelong Airport (GEX) - 44 miles

Reviews

The Langham, Melbourne 2009.11.23
Recommended Trip type: Family "Great location and quality Hotel"

Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Nov 23, 2009

Stayed at this hotel as a birthday celebration. Nice accomodations to spoil you buy. The location was fantastic. Right along the river and away from the city crowds. Will stay here again.

Overall Rating

5.0 out of value="5"
  • 5.0 Hotel Service
  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2009.11.16
Recommended Trip type: Family "Excellent Experience at the Langham"

Reviewed by Rick of Atlanta on Nov 16, 2009

The Langham was a wonderful choice for our stay in Melbourne. The hotel is beautiful, the rooms tastefully decorated and comfortable, and the service outstanding. We made frequent use of concierges Peter and Glenn and they never disappointed. Their knowledge of the area increased greatly our enjoyment of Melbourne and their friendliness and senses of humor always brightened our day. Do yourself a favor when you stay here and rely on their advice. This was our first stay in a Langham property and it will not be our last.

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  • 5.0 Hotel Service
  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2009.10.16
Recommended Trip type: All Others

Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Oct 16, 2009

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5.0 out of value="5"
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  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
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  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2009.08.17
Recommended Trip type: Business "OUTSTANDING HOTEL"

Reviewed by Bill of Wayne on Aug 17, 2009

WELL PLACED HOTEL OUTSTANDING LUNCH BUFFET. THE HOTEL NEEDS TO REVIEW LAUNDRY COSTS WHICH ARE PROHIBITIVE. BREAKFAST COST EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE FOR A SIMPLE BREAKFAST THERE ARE ALTERNATIVES WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF THE HOTEL. STAFF HELPFUL AND CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR STAY

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  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 4.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2009.05.27
Recommended Trip type: All Others "Great Hotel & location"

Reviewed by David of Crown Point on May 27, 2009

Great location. Outstanding service from all hotel employees. HVAC very good. Food quality excellent. Definitely a 5 Star property.

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5.0 out of value="5"
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  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2009.04.27
Recommended Trip type: Family "Great Surprise"

Reviewed by Sharon of Phoenix on Apr 27, 2009

Friendly service - great location - beautiful facilities!

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5.0 out of value="5"
  • 5.0 Hotel Service
  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2009.01.12
Recommended Trip type: All Others "Spectacular"

Reviewed by Christopher of Los Angeles on Jan 12, 2009

This hotel is in terrific shape. From the rooms, to the public areas, to the gym facilities, they're very well managed. Staff was super friendly and the value for the money was extremely high. I'd return here in a heartbeat.

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  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness
The Langham, Melbourne 2008.03.23
Recommended Trip type: With Friends "Location Location Location"

Reviewed by Paul of Portland on Mar 23, 2008

The website doesn't do justice to the incredible location of this great Melbourne hotel. Located on the southbank of the Yarra river on top of a three level mall loaded with restaurants and just a short walk across the bridge from the center of town, the Langham quickly became our favorite hotel in Australia. You can easily get anywhere in the city from this location and it is a walker's paradise. A beautiful, classy hotel!

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5.0 out of value="5"
  • 5.0 Hotel Service
  • 5.0 Hotel Condition
  • 5.0 Room Comfort
  • 5.0 Room Cleanliness

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The Langham, Melbourne 2008.08.26
Not recommended Trip type: All Others "Langham or Let Down"

Reviewed by H of Liverpool on Aug 26, 2008

We stayed at the Langham for the first time in August 08 for a few days, the rooms where great very clean and well maintained and the hotel was in a great location. The buffet was very reasonable and had lost of choice both at breakfast and dinner. However the service was veru poor and the walls of the hotel paper thin......we didnt get a decent night sleep the whole time we where there. And it wasnt just us who found this other guest where alao complaining. Probably would stay again

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4.0 out of value="5"
  • 3.0 Hotel Service
  • 4.0 Hotel Condition
  • 4.0 Room Comfort
  • 4.0 Room Cleanliness

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