Melbourne · Waterfront

Waterfront Hotels in Melbourne

We've found 181 waterfront stays in Melbourne: the stays closest to the water. Our data doesn't record views, so check the room type when you book. Quest NewQuay is the most reviewed, with a guest rating of 8.7/10 from more than 4,200 reviews.

181waterfront stays
116list free parking
8.5average guest rating

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Stay AreaTypeTo centreParkingRating Reviews Facilities BookPrices
DocklandsServiced apartment30 min walknot listed8.7 4.2k+ Family roomsAccessible Check prices for Quest NewQuay on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneHotel30 min walkListed8.6 4.2k+ EV chargingAccessibleRestaurant Check prices for Novotel Melbourne South Wharf on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsServiced apartment2 kmFree8.5 2.8k+ PoolFamily rooms Check prices for Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsServiced apartment30 min walkListed8.5 1.8k+ PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Docklands Private Collection - NEWQUAY on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneServiced apartment11 kmListed8.1 1.8k+ Pets allowedFamily roomsSpa facilities Check prices for Quest Brighton on the Bay on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
RichmondHotel4.5 kmListed8.4 1.5k+ Family roomsEV chargingAccessible Check prices for Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankServiced apartment15 min walkListed9.1 1.2k+ PoolFamily roomsSpa facilities Check prices for Quay West Suites Melbourne on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankServiced apartment25 min walkListed8.6 1k+ PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Waterfront Melbourne Apartments on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonServiced apartment39 kmListed7.8 830+ Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Quest Frankston on the Bay on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsServiced apartment2 kmFree8.3 670+ PoolKitchenAccessible Check prices for Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Street Waterfront, Docklands on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
BeaumarisMotel21 kmFree7.8 660+ Family roomsRestaurant Check prices for Beaumaris Bay Motel on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsServiced apartment25 min walkListed8.1 610+ Kitchen Check prices for City Harbour Apartments on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankServiced apartment25 min walkListed8.7 320+ PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Melbourne Holiday Apartments Flinders Wharf on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home30 min walkFree8.9 290+ PoolKitchen Check prices for Aerie Stays NewQuay Collection on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walknot listed8.7 280+ KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Riverview Suites by EdgeTrip on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonMotel39 kmFree9.0 170+ KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Frankston Bay Motel on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmListed8.1 190+ PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for Orange Stay at Collins Wharf on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmFree8.8 160+ PoolFamily rooms Check prices for Melbourne Private Apartments - Stadium and Harbour Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walkListed8.6 160+ KitchenRestaurant Check prices for Aura2107, CBD Entire 2 Bedroom Apartment with Balcony and Stunning Yarra River Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneApartment10.5 kmListed9.3 150+ KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Brighton Bay Apartments on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Wyndham ValeHoliday home33 kmFree9.5 120+ Pool Check prices for Immaculate Quiet Home - Great Ocean Road Stopover on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walknot listed9.6 83 PoolKitchenAirport shuttle Check prices for PrivateStudio in Quay West Building on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment30 min walkListed8.9 86 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Harbour Escape Apartments Docklands on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHotel25 min walkFree9.1 83 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Riverside Near Crown with carpark on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CBDApartment15 min walkFree8.6 83 PoolKitchen Check prices for Exclusive Suite CBD Riverviews - ParkingOnsite on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home20 min walkFree9.3 73 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Aerie Stays Wharf Collection on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
WilliamstownHoliday home8.5 kmFree9.2 72 Family roomsBeachfront Check prices for Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre, St Joseph's by the sea on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home6 kmFree8.6 77 Kitchen Check prices for Boutique Beach House in the HEART of St. Kilda on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home15 min walknot listed8.9 74 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Sky Home - Ocean view 2 BR with Sunrise and Sunset views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home15 min walkListed9.5 69 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Melbourne Riverside Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
South YarraApartment3.5 kmListed9.1 72 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for The Fawkner Apartment Bay-view pool/Gym Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment5 kmFree9.4 69 Family rooms Check prices for Large Two Bedrm Art Deco Apartment - City, Bay & Sunset Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmFree9.1 70 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Waterfront Apt with Pool & Views Free Onsite Parking Gym Library on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonHoliday home39 kmFree8.3 75 Pets allowed Check prices for On The Beach, Kids & Pets Friendly on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walknot listed9.0 64 KitchenAccessible Check prices for Sophisticated Designer Condo W River & City Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Werribee SouthHoliday home28 kmFree9.8 58 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for 309 Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home7 kmFree9.0 63 Kitchen Check prices for Amazing Beachfront & City Views 2 bed 2 bathroom on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankB&B20 min walkFree9.2 60 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for 09D Ocean View Abnb 2BR With Free parking, 1 Min Walk To Tram on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
NewportApartment7.5 kmFree8.2 65 KitchenFamily roomsAirport shuttle Check prices for Room in Newport Modern townhouse - Walk to stunning ocean view on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonApartment39 kmnot listed8.3 62 KitchenBeachfront Check prices for Modern Bayside Studio, Walk to Beach & Hospital on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment15 min walknot listed8.8 58 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Harborview Horizon Suite on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonHoliday home39 kmnot listed8.0 63 Pets allowed Check prices for Absolute Beach Front Large 4BR, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 11 on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
BonbeachHoliday home31.5 kmFree9.7 50 Check prices for Bonbeach Beauty on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Albert ParkApartment4 kmFree9.4 51 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for beautiful apartment 100mts near the beach in Port Melbourne on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmListed8.3 55 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Melbourne Docklands Riverside Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CheltenhamHoliday home19 kmFree9.5 48 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Beach Garden Getaway on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonHoliday home40 kmListed8.1 56 KitchenSpa facilitiesBeachfront Check prices for Pudding's Home Luxury Oceanfront Escape on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Albert ParkApartment30 min walkListed9.5 45 KitchenAccessible Check prices for Luxury Penthouse with Astonishing Bay and City Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home25 min walkFree8.5 49 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Resort Style Living Yarra Wharf on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneApartment14.5 kmFree8.9 44 Pets allowedKitchen Check prices for Beachside flat with free parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneApartment4.5 kmFree8.1 48 Kitchen Check prices for Luxury Bay View Apartment on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneApartment4 kmFree8.9 43 Kitchen Check prices for Bay-Facing Studio on Port Melbourne Beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment5.5 kmFree9.5 40 Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Luxury Mansion Loft by the Beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree8.3 45 PoolFamily rooms Check prices for Melbourne Corporate Stays - Docklands Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment5.5 kmFree8.6 43 Kitchen Check prices for St Kilda apt close to beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CBDHoliday home15 min walkFree7.6 47 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for City Meets Ocean - 50th floor premium retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment25 min walkFree9.0 37 Kitchen Check prices for A 2BR Apt with Amazing Harbor Views FREE Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home15 min walkFree10.0 33 KitchenFamily roomsAccessible Check prices for Luxury City and River Views & Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment7 kmFree9.2 35 Kitchen Check prices for Elwood stylish apartment in botanical location near beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment15 min walkFree7.6 42 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for A Cozy 2BR Apt with Harbour Views FREE Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment15 min walkFree8.6 37 PoolSpa facilities Check prices for A Modern 2BR Apt with Harbour Views FREE Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home25 min walkListed6.1 52 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Premium 2-Bedroom Oasis near Yarra River MCEC South Wharf DFO on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmFree6.7 47 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for Penthouse at City 3B2B2C-Harbour-Ocean View on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonHoliday home38 kmFree9.2 34 Family rooms Check prices for Long Island Beach House gateway to Mornington Peninsula#Free parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneHoliday home5 kmFree9.1 34 Kitchen Check prices for A River-side 2bdm Footscray Oasis + Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmFree9.0 34 Pool Check prices for Brilliant Collins Wharf Waterfront Condo on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
South YarraHoliday home2.5 kmFree9.7 31 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for On the Yarra River on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CBDApartment<5 min walkFree9.7 31 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Home in the Sky 2BR Apt with City and River View on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree9.0 33 Pool Check prices for Gorgeous River & City Views 2B2B Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
South YarraApartment3.5 kmFree6.3 47 PoolKitchen Check prices for Fawkner Apartment Bay-view 5 on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree7.7 38 PoolSpa facilities Check prices for Brilliant Victoria Harbour Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CBDApartment10 min walknot listed7.5 38 Kitchen Check prices for Sophisticated CBD 2-Bed Apartment by Yarra River on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home5 kmListed9.0 31 Kitchen Check prices for Sunset Beach Paradise St Kilda on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
AspendaleHoliday home25 kmFree8.4 33 Kitchen Check prices for Aspendale Beach Escape -Walk To Mordialloc on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmnot listed8.1 34 PoolPets allowed Check prices for High Rise Marina Tower Residence on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree8.7 31 PoolKitchen Check prices for Aerie Stays Harbour Collection on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home5.5 kmFree8.1 33 PoolKitchen Check prices for Ocean View Modern 2 bedroom with Parking in St Kilda on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home6.5 kmFree8.3 32 Check prices for King Bed and Parking Walk to St Kilda Beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
BonbeachApartment31 kmListed8.8 30 KitchenFamily roomsBeachfront Check prices for Beachside Apartments Bonbeach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home15 min walknot listed7.8 33 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Wake to Yarra River Views, Flinders St CBD on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment20 min walkFree7.5 34 PoolKitchen Check prices for Luxe 2-Bed Apartment with River Views Near Casino on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree8.5 30 PoolKitchen Check prices for Waterfront 3Bed2B2C with 50 Sqm Expansive Balcony on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Patterson LakesHoliday home32.5 kmFree9.2 27 KitchenFamily roomsAirport shuttle Check prices for Marina Magic Getaways - Your Waterfront Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
South YarraHoliday home3 kmFree8.5 29 PoolKitchen Check prices for Near MCG 1BR with Balcony, River Views & Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment6 kmFree8.1 30 Kitchen Check prices for St Kilda Studio Apartment walking distance to the beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home8 kmFree9.3 26 Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Elwood Star- Beachside Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home15 min walkFree9.0 26 Kitchen Check prices for Breathtaking views of Yarra River and City skyline with Gym access on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Albert ParkHoliday home4 kmFree9.7 24 Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for It's Melbourne - by the Beach! on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Albert ParkHoliday home4 kmFree8.5 27 PoolKitchenBeachfront Check prices for 2-Bed, 500m From The Beach with Pool, Gym & Sauna on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmnot listed8.4 27 PoolKitchen Check prices for Marina Tower - 21st Floor Apt with Beautiful View on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home7.5 kmFree8.6 26 KitchenBeachfront Check prices for 2 Bed 3 Bath Right on the Beach WOW Great Value on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
AspendaleApartment27 kmnot listed9.3 24 Kitchen Check prices for New & adorable unit close to the beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree8.2 27 Check prices for Luxury Marina Tower Stay Waterfront & City Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmListed4.5 48 PoolPets allowedKitchen Check prices for Lovely waterfront condo with swimming pool and gym in the heart of Docklands on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home6.5 kmFree8.2 26 Pets allowedBeachfront Check prices for St Kilda absolute beachfront views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ChelseaHoliday home30 kmFree9.9 21 KitchenSpa facilities Check prices for 30M to the Beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree8.2 25 PoolKitchen Check prices for Wake Up in Front of Water Bay Beckons- 2B2B1C on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CheltenhamHoliday home17 kmFree7.0 29 Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Bay Rd Kids & Pet Friendly Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Black Rock NorthHoliday home19 kmFree9.6 21 Pets allowedFamily roomsSpa facilities Check prices for Bayside Boutique Retreat- Black Rock, Melbourne. on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment20 min walkFree9.1 22 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for Beach to City Views Stylish 2Bed Sky Apartment 2bath 1 car park on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment25 min walkFree9.5 20 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Luxe 3BR CBD Apartment with River Views and Resort Style Amenities on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
EdithvaleApartment28 kmFree9.3 20 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for beachside loft warehouse artists retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmListed7.9 23 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Docklands Melbourne Victoria Harbour Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneHoliday home4.5 kmListed9.7 18 PoolPets allowedKitchen Check prices for Riverside Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home20 min walkFree9.7 18 PoolSpa facilitiesAccessible Check prices for River-view balcony, free parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHotel15 min walkListed6.0 29 Family rooms Check prices for Charming Riverside Apartment near Crown Casino & MCEC on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree7.9 22 PoolKitchenAccessible Check prices for Docklands Harbour View 3BR with Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MordiallocHoliday home24 kmFree9.1 19 Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Beach Rd Kids & Pet Friendly Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
FrankstonHoliday home39.5 kmFree9.6 18 KitchenBeachfront Check prices for Convenient Sunset Beach and Garden on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment15 min walkFree8.5 20 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for A Cozy 2BR Apt with Harbour Views and FREE Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home20 min walkFree9.9 17 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Panoramic City & Bay Views and Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home25 min walkFree9.2 18 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Flinders Wharf - River Views & Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home25 min walkFree9.2 18 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Level 43 Luxury 3BR, Ocean, Lake Views, Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmListed8.2 20 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for 2BR Absolute Waterfront, Balcony, Parking, Pool & Gym, Docklands on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Altona MeadowsHoliday home17 kmFree9.6 16 KitchenSpa facilities Check prices for Tranquility in the Meadows - 20 minutes to the City - 6 mins to the beach on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
South YarraHoliday home4 kmFree7.6 20 Pets allowedFamily rooms Check prices for Deluxe 2-Bed with Stunning Bay Views in Melbourne on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Albert ParkHoliday home3.5 kmnot listed8.9 17 KitchenBeachfront Check prices for Experience Port Melbourne on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree7.9 19 PoolKitchen Check prices for Love Nest by the Sea-Tranquil River views 2B1B1C on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree9.9 15 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Skyline Luxe 3BR 3BA with Free Carpark, River & Ocean Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment25 min walkFree9.9 15 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Modern 3BR Melbourne Waterfront Apartment with Resort Amenities in Docklands on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CBDHoliday home15 min walknot listed8.7 17 Kitchen Check prices for Perfect Escape Wake Up to Stunning Harbour Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
RichmondHoliday home4 kmnot listed8.1 18 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for The Park House City Retreat on Yarra River on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree9.1 16 PoolKitchen Check prices for High Rise Harbour Views 2BR Pool Parking & Balcony on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmFree6.2 23 PoolKitchen Check prices for Signature Harbourfront View Residence 2B2B1 Car park on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
AspendaleHoliday home25.5 kmFree8.7 16 Pets allowedKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for BEACH Living - “A bit of Mykonos near Mordialloc!” on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Deer ParkHoliday home18 kmFree9.7 14 Pets allowedKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Stylish Small Ocean Homestay Near Deer Park Train Station on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home20 min walknot listed7.9 17 Check prices for NEW Waterfront Living With Sublime Views 2B1B on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home25 min walkFree9.5 14 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Southbank Bay Views Free parking WIFI smart TV on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmnot listed8.3 16 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for The Dockhouse - River Views, Beach Days on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CBDHoliday home10 min walknot listed9.3 14 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for 57th Floor Bay & Skyline Views with Hot Tub, Melbourne CBD 3BR, Pool, Sauna, Gym, Sleeps 8 on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmnot listed9.3 14 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for River View 1BR Docklands Apartment sleeps 3 on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment6.5 kmnot listed9.1 14 Kitchen Check prices for Charming St Kilda Apartment by Beach & Gardens on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment15 min walkFree7.9 16 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for A 2BR Apt with Harbour Views and FREE Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneApartment4 kmFree9.7 13 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Stylish Condo Apartment with Stunning Rooftop Views & Pool, Gym and Hot Tubs by Peppy Beach Retreats on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHoliday home20 min walkFree8.4 15 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for Prima Tower - Luxury Retreat with Casino, River and Flames Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment5 kmnot listed9.5 13 Kitchen Check prices for Stylish Studio with Great Amenities near Beachside on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Albert ParkHoliday home4 kmListed9.5 13 Kitchen Check prices for Beachside Gem - Sweeping Views & Cafés Nearby! on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
CheltenhamHoliday home18.5 kmFree9.2 13 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Cheltenham Southland Family Retreat Entire 3BR Endless Golfclubs and Beaches on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
MelbourneHoliday home6.5 kmFree9.1 13 Check prices for Luxe Riverside Oasis 3BR for 6 Guests Home Near Flemington Racecourse 16 min to CBD 20 min to Airport 2 mins walk to Public Transport to go to Train Station and Highpoint Shopping Centre on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment2 kmFree9.1 13 PoolAccessible Check prices for Waterfront 2-Bedroom Apartment with Pool, Gym & Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walkFree5.9 20 PoolPets allowed Check prices for Executive Unit with Pool and Gym near Riverfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaHoliday home5.5 kmListed8.4 14 Pets allowedKitchenBeachfront Check prices for Beachfront & access to all St Kilda has to offer on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walkFree7.7 15 Kitchen Check prices for Freshwater PL - Stylish City View Apartment with Balcony and River Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankApartment15 min walknot listed8.2 14 PoolKitchen Check prices for Stylish One-Bedroom Apartment with Southbank and Yarra River Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home25 min walkFree8.8 13 Kitchen Check prices for Breathtaking Harbour Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
WilliamstownHoliday home7.5 kmFree9.5 12 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Luxury boutique bay retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
St KildaApartment5.5 kmListed6.3 18 KitchenFamily roomsAirport shuttle Check prices for Beachside Loft St Kilda west on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
SouthbankHostel25 min walkFree7.9 14 PoolKitchen Check prices for Modern Nomads Stunning City & River View 3BR with Carpark on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsHoliday home2 kmnot listed9.2 12 PoolKitchen Check prices for Marina Tower - Stunning Harbour & City View on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
DocklandsApartment15 min walknot listed7.3 15 PoolKitchenSpa facilities Check prices for Stylish CBD Apartment with Stunning Harbour Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)

Showing the 150 most reviewed of 181 stays. Use the filters to narrow the list.

The 12 most reviewed waterfront stays

What to know about waterfront stays in Melbourne

Our data records location, not views. A water view depends on the room and floor, so pick the room type carefully when you book. 181 stays made this list.

Half the stays are within about 2 km of the centre of Melbourne.

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Good for, not for: waterfront stays in Melbourne

Good for

  • Walks along the water
  • Couples and short breaks

Not for

  • Travellers who need a guaranteed water view (check the room)

Frequently asked questions

Which waterfront stays in Melbourne have the highest guest rating?

Quay West Suites Melbourne has a guest rating of 9.1/10 from more than 1,200 reviews, the highest of the waterfront stays here with 200 or more reviews (checked October 2026). Immaculate Quiet Home - Great Ocean Road Stopover follows with 9.5/10.

Which waterfront stays in Melbourne have free parking?

116 stays list free parking. The most reviewed are Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands, Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Street Waterfront, Docklands and Beaumaris Bay Motel.

Are there pet-friendly waterfront stays in Melbourne?

Yes. 28 stays allow pets, including Quest Brighton on the Bay and Quest Frankston on the Bay. Check the conditions with the property before you book.

Which stays are closest to the centre of Melbourne?

Home in the Sky 2BR Apt with City and River View (<5 min walk) and Sophisticated CBD 2-Bed Apartment by Yarra River (10 min walk) are the closest in this list to the centre of Melbourne. Walking times are estimates; your route may be longer.

Last checked: October 2026. Ratings and review counts come from our booking partners.