The Royce  

On St Kilda Road in Melbourne, roughly 3 km from the CBD, this five-star boutique hotel puts you steps from the Shrine of Remembrance and King's Domain. Royal Botanic Gardens, the MCG, Crown Casino, Chapel Street/Toorak Road shopping precincts, Federation Square and Southbank are all within easy reach, and there’s a tram stop right at the door.

A reimagined, Art Deco–inspired designer boutique with roughly 94–100 rooms and suites that channel a golden-age luxury vibe. Rooms offer pillowtop beds with premium bedding, minibars, flat-screen/LCD TVs, safes and private bathrooms with designer toiletries plus robes and slippers. The hotel pairs opulent original details with contemporary comforts for a stylish stay.

Stand-out perks include an award-winning restaurant and a chic bar, a 24-hour fitness center, a massage/beauty room, bicycle rentals and full concierge services. Babysitting/childcare, laundry/dry cleaning and limo/town-car transfers are available. Wake up to tree-lined St Kilda Road mornings with tram access at the front door.

A 24-hour business center, conference and meeting rooms, a computer station and concierge support make events easy. Wired and wireless internet access is provided (surcharge may apply), plus limo/town-car service and on-site parking (charges apply).

Dine in the hotel's award-winning restaurant or grab a drink at the chic bar. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee and 24-hour room service keeps late-night cravings covered.