Countdown to October: Melbourne Place luxury hotel to open soon
Landmark development at 130 Russell Street promises to be a celebration of all things Melbourne
Get ready, Melbourne! The city is about to welcome its latest gem, Melbourne Place, an independent 14-storey, 191-room luxury hotel, set to open in the heart of the CBD this October.
This landmark development at 130 Russell Street promises to be a celebration of all things Melbourne, seamlessly blending state-of-the-art accommodation with award-winning design, high functionality, and world-class dining and event experiences, alongside boutique retail offerings.
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The hotel’s design will feature contemporary textures, tones, and shapes, with every touchpoint. Elegant suites, with bespoke finishes and furnishings will provide guests with intimate front-row views of Melbourne’s evolving cityscape.
Melbourne Place has been carefully curated to offer unparalleled stays with options including Everyday rooms, Suites, and Penthouses, each designed for a restful and luxurious experience.
The first floor will host a variety of meeting and event spaces, perfect for weddings, corporate events, private dining, and product launches. Among these spaces is the standout Emerald event space, which can accommodate up to 250 guests and features a rare open-air terrace overlooking Russell Street. For more intimate gatherings, the hotel offers three additional spaces ideal for elevated board-style meetings and private dining.
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Hatted Young Chef of the Year, Nicholas Deligiannis, will head the culinary program, including the rooftop restaurant, Mid Air, on level 12. Deligiannis will also serve delicately curated menus in the event spaces and offer indulgent in-room dining for guests. Ross and Sunny Lusted, renowned for Sydney’s Woodcut and the legendary Aman Resorts, will introduce a new and original concept to the ground floor dining room and basement bar.
Under the experienced guidance of Executive General Manager Tracy Atherton, formerly General Manager of Jackalope Hotels Group, Melbourne Place will deliver a unique and captivating destination. Atherton’s vision is to create a design-forward culinary hub encapsulating the essence of Melbourne Place, offering an unparalleled experience for both locals and visitors.
“Melbourne Place will redefine the Paris end precinct of Melbourne,” Ms Atherton stated. “Neighbouring the city’s best restaurants, bars, nightlife, and retail, it will be the place to be, providing guests with a unique lifestyle and cultural experience situated among the best offerings in the city. It is the ultimate location to experience the pinnacle of Melbourne’s life and spirit.”
Set to open this October, Melbourne Place will undoubtedly exist in a class of its own, perfectly in tune with the cultural and artistic way of life that Melbourne is renowned for.
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