The Hotel Windsor

Hotels
8.6 (5417 reviews)
111 Spring Street , Melbourne , au

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Inconsistent room conditions
Elevator issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Multiple mentions of old or inadequate room conditions, including unpleasant odors and pests.
Service
9.33
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.37
Repeated positive comments about the proximity to key attractions and transport.
Room Quality
7.82
Inconsistent room quality described, including old furniture and some issues with the room condition.
Amenities
8.35
Mention of lacking features like mini fridges and inconsistent elevator service.
Value for Money
8.31
Overall reasonable but mixed due to amenities and room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Positive experiences with food quality at the dining area, but few mentions overall.
Overall Experience
8.93
Despite several issues, many guests express a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:51

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Hotel Windsor, established in 1883, seamlessly blends classic elegance with modern amenities. Each spacious room offers cable TV, high-speed internet, luxury bathrobes, and a customizable pillow menu.

Central Location
Conveniently situated in Melbourne CBD, guests are just minutes away from premier shopping, dining, and public transportation. The hotel's proximity to iconic landmarks like the Princess Theatre and Parliament Train Station makes exploring the city a breeze.

Historic Charm
As a Melbourne landmark with 19th-century decor and high ceilings, The Hotel Windsor exudes timeless charm. Indulge in exquisite dining at One Eleven and experience a piece of history at The Cricketers Bar. Book now for a truly unforgettable stay at The Hotel Windsor.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.3% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Please note that there is a 2.48% charge when you pay with an American Express, Diners Club or JCB credit card.
Please note that there is a 1.76% charge when you pay with a Union Pay credit card.

Please note that this property is strictly nonsmoking. If evidence of smoking is found in the rooms, an additional cleaning fee may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 5417 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 9.33
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 7.82
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Letitia couple au
1
Terrible
Pros:

So disappointed. The bed was uncomfortable the room was small. I could feel the springs in the mattress. The shower was terrible. Very ordinary and I will never stay again

Cons:

All of the above

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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lisa family_with_children au
8
Pros:

Location was great, near the Princess theatre
Which is why I booked it

Cons:

Only complaint is the hot water to the shower head didn't get hot , had it running for ages & it stayed cold, the hot water to the bath tap did work & ended having to have a bath which is very hard for me as I struggled to get out due to bad knee's
I also couldn't work out how to use the tv
Would turn on but had no signals & no matter what button I used would not get any channels
So gave up in the end

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Jan couple au
10
Fantastic Old Workd Charm
Pros:

Easy walk or tram ride to everything

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Dr Steven solo_traveller au
8
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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shirley couple au
10
Absolutely fabulous
Pros:

My sister and I came to Melbourne for 1 night to see a show at the Princess Theatre and loved staying at the Windsor for their High Tea, breakfast, location everything about The Windsor was excellent, our room was amazing and the staff were so friendly

Cons:

We couldn’t fault anything about the hotel

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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SUSAN couple au
8
Lovely staff, very convenient.
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Very dusty, the chandeliers in the entrance were thick with dust. Generally a little faded.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Gerard O’Brien couple au
3
A very disappointing stay
Pros:

Location - that was it!

Cons:

Rooms were old, bathroom antiquated! Bed uncomfortable, air conditioning - poor.
Staff were pleasant and helpful.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Dorothea couple nz
8
A grand old hotel in the city centre
Pros:

A grand old hotel with lots of character. The room was spacious & very comforable bed.
Great location in the city with free local trams

Cons:

The shower over the bath was abit awkward for my older husband

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Carolyn solo_traveller au
8
Cons:

Phoned switchboard 3 times to place an order for in room dinner..never answered..my phone doesn't like qr codes and could place my order electronically..there is no in room paper menu..in the end I had to physically go down to front desk and had to wait while the only staff member on duty completed something on their computer before even acknowledging me..food quality ok disappointing for a 5star venue and the food was lukewarm..obviously been sitting after cooking..not a standard I expected

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Jo couple au
9
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Judith extended_group au
8
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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John couple au
7
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Cameron solo_traveller au
8
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Swue solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

The character and history and the wonderful public spaces where you can sit and watch the world go by. The location of course is great. The size of the room was very good.

Cons:

Getting in and out of the shower over the bath, but it's a minor quibble.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Maree solo_traveller au
10
Will be returning soon
Pros:

Very welcoming

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Colette couple au
8
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Cobus family_with_children nl
8
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Marlene family_with_children au
8
Great hotel, let down by reception staff
Pros:

Gorgeous comfortable experience, with fabulous decor, great facilities and a wonderful breakfast.

Cons:

The staff are all very young and inexperienced. None are native English speakers and none seem to be interested in making guests feel welcome (I watched several people arrive to check-in who were greeted by the words "your ID please" in response to them saying hello and giving their name to the person behind the reception desk). This is exactly what happened to me. Perhaps the reception staff can actually be trained to greet the customer by name, and then go on to ask to see their ID.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Nigel couple au
8
Overall very satisfied with staff and room.
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Darryn solo_traveller au
6
2026-08-04 via Nuitee