Australia
Crown Towers Melbourne
An iconic landmark and a testament to luxury all in one, Crown Towers rises up above Melbourne’s vibrant Southbank to open onto sweeping city views and stunning panoramas across Port Phillip Bay from each of its elegant rooms. But this is so much more than a place to merely rest your head. Downstairs, you’ll discover an array of restaurants with cuisines that will take you around the world and back again. Venture further and you’ll step into the uninhibited bliss of Crown Spa where the caviar facials prove this is the only place to be.
Location
Rising up over 30 floors above the Yarra River, Crown Towers has cemented itself as an icon of the Melbourne skyline. A 30-minute drive from the airport is all it takes to reach the hustle and bustle of the Southbank and the glamor of the Crown complex. Home not just to a hotel but high-end designer boutiques and a sprawling casino, this is a destination in itself.
Your Room
Subtle elegance reigns supreme here with light pouring in through floor to ceiling windows and a color scheme dressed in nude tones. The style is decidedly contemporary with soft curves and leather accents whilst the ensuite bathrooms add further opulence. Head to toe marble with a deep soaking bath and lit by crystal chandeliers; this is a room designed to pamper. For an added touch of indulgence, head up to 30th and 31st floors and check into one of the villas where you’ll discover a sense of that penthouse feeling as you look out over the city before you.
Why we like it
In a city full of gourmands and a hotel that boasts a staggering 14 bars and restaurants, a hidden gem is a truly rare find. But find one we have. The Waiting Room may suggest something akin to a lobby bar, but the reality couldn’t be more different. Soft melodic jazz notes will draw you in, whilst the old world cocktail menu and single malt whiskies will keep you here into the small hours.