Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Worth booking if you want a practical, well-located CBD base in Melbourne at a price below the city median. It is not the place for a long, relaxed breakfast or for special diets, so plan around that.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This is our Best Value pick for Melbourne. It suits travellers who arrive by Skybus or train, sports fans heading to Marvel Stadium and anyone who wants a straightforward room in the CBD. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 3,139 reviews.
Skip it if you need a wide choice of dietary options at breakfast, as guests say these are limited. It also has a short facilities list: a gym, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There is no pool or spa listed.
Location and getting around
The address is 589-599 Little Collins Street, in the Central Business District. Guests like being close to Southern Cross Station, Marvel Stadium and Skybus stops. The location sub-score is 9.4.
Eureka Tower is about 0.9 km away, roughly 11 minutes on foot. The National Gallery of Victoria is 1.3 km, about 16 minutes. Carlton Gardens is 1.9 km, about 24 minutes. All three are within walking range.
These are straight-line estimates. Real walking routes are usually somewhat longer.
What guests say
Location gets the most praise, mainly for transport. Being near Southern Cross and the Skybus makes arrival and departure simple.
Staff also do well. Guests mention a friendly team, help with luggage storage and a smooth check-in.
Breakfast divides opinion. There is a good variety of hot and cold food, but guests say it is often crowded and dietary options are limited. If you need a specific diet, ask in advance or plan to eat out.
Price and how it compares with our other Melbourne picks
The reference price was 158.78 euros per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults in one room. That is about 318 euros for both nights. The sample median was 200.33 euros, so this was 21 percent below it. This is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Breakfast is listed as continental and buffet. Whether it is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Our Budget pick, The Victoria Hotel, scored 8.2 at 140.76 euros per night. That is only about 18 euros less for 0.3 points lower. Our Luxury pick, 1 Hotel Melbourne, scored 9.4 at 421.89 euros, more than 2.5 times the price. For most short city trips, this hotel sits in the sensible middle.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 13 eligible hotels in Melbourne. The Best Value slot balances guest score, number of reviews and reference price. It is not simply the cheapest option.
This hotel ranked joint 8th of 13 on score, but 8.5 from more than 3,000 reviews at a below-median price, plus a 9.4 location score, gave it the best balance.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read the room details before you pay.
If you have dietary needs, contact the hotel about breakfast. Then compare today's price with the November reference figure.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins close to Southern Cross Station?
Yes, guests highlight that it is close to Southern Cross Station, Marvel Stadium and Skybus stops. The location sub-score is 9.4.
Is breakfast good?
Guests praise the variety of hot and cold food but say it is often crowded and has limited dietary options. Inclusion depends on your rate and is not confirmed.
Does the hotel have a pool?
No pool is listed. The facilities listed are a gym, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
How much does it cost?
The reference price was 158.78 euros per night for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, 21 percent below the city median. Check today's price for your dates.
Can I store luggage?
Guests mention the staff helping with luggage storage. Confirm the details with the hotel for your arrival and departure times.