Chinatown Travel Guide

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A colorful mural of a wolf wearing a suit on a wall.
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a cityscape with tall buildings.
The Princess Theatre with illuminated marquee and ornate architecture.
A theater with ornate architecture and a large marquee.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a large illuminated sign.

Stay near popular Chinatown attractions

A historic theater with ornate architecture and a large marquee.

Princess Theatre

8.6/10 (2,057 reviews)
After more than 150 years at the heart of Melbourne cultural life, this spectacular and much-loved theatre continues to charm.
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Activities

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets

NZ$49
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Tickets
Edge Experience Package

Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets

NZ$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne Skydeck Experience Tickets
Melbourne: Yarra River Sightseeing Cruise

Melbourne: Yarra River Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Melbourne: Yarra River Sightseeing Cruise
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel

1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel

NZ$43
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Sight seeing Melbourne River Cruise on historic vessel
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House

NZ$99
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Peninsula Hot Springs: Entry Ticket with Bath House
Port of Melbourne and Docklands Sightseeing Cruise

Port of Melbourne and Docklands Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$56
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Port of Melbourne and Docklands Sightseeing Cruise
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Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals

Rydges Melbourne

Rydges Melbourne

4.5 out of 5
186 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC
The price is NZ$264 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$264
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (960 reviews)
"Lovely first time stay at Rydges. If you are headed to Her Majesty’s Theatre, this is the perfect place to stay and best of all it’s just next to Chinatown. Everything was simply amazing including the breakfast. Only small letdowns are; 1) The Pool is just way too small for my liking 2) No Bathrobes ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Rydges Melbourne
Mantra on Russell Melbourne

Mantra on Russell Melbourne

4.5 out of 5
222 Russell Street Melbourne VIC
The price is NZ$204 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$204
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,550 reviews)
"Pleasant stay, great location."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Mantra on Russell Melbourne
Le Méridien Melbourne

Le Méridien Melbourne

5 out of 5
20 Bourke Street Melbourne VIC
The price is NZ$306 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$306
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
"Great location, Beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

Le Méridien Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

4 out of 5
300 Spencer Street Melbourne VIC
The price is NZ$140 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$140
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street Melbourne VIC
The price is NZ$168 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$168
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,280 reviews)
"I always stay here when in Melbourne. Everything is walkable from here and having Brunetti Oro and Reno’s Pasta and Tiramasu across the road is a bonus. The room had a pungent smell from the pipes in the bathroom and I advised reception but the smell was there the whole 10 days. I combatted it by ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

5 out of 5
One Southgate Avenue Southbank VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$385 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$385
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Langham, Melbourne
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Our guide on where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Chinatown
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A city skyline with a prominent cathedral, modern skyscrapers, and a bridge over a reflective river.

Melbourne Central Business District

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Melbourne Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Melbourne Central and Queen Victoria Market, and jump on the metro at Melbourne Central Station or Flagstaff Station to see more of the city.

A modern cityscape with a river, a bridge, and several high-rise buildings.

Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Recital Centre.

A marina with boats docked, a city skyline with tall buildings, and the sun setting in the background.

Docklands

Travellers come to Docklands for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marvel Stadium and Melbourne City Marina while you're in town.

A pier extending into calm waters with a sunset in the background.

Sorrento

Sorrento is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sorrento Front Beach and Searoad Ferry Terminal.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, dense vegetation, and scattered buildings.

Rye

Beaches, spas and hot springs are just a few things travellers enjoy about Rye. Check out Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the area.

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