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The Hotel Windsor
Heritage-listed grand hotel on Spring Street, completed in 1884 opposite Parliament House, with 180 rooms and suites and a well-known afternoon tea.
Space Hotel
Budget hotel and hostel on Russell Street with dorms, private and ensuite rooms, a rooftop deck with swim spa, a cinema room, guest kitchen and free gym.
At a glance
- Type
- Budget hotel and hostel
- Area
- Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, Australia
- Price
- $ · Budget
- Official site
- spacehotel.com.au
Good to know
- Rooftop deck with swim spa
- Cinema room
- Guest kitchen
- Gym
- Coin laundry
- Luggage storage
Why we recommend it
Space Hotel is a budget hotel and hostel at 380 Russell Street, in the northern part of the city centre. It offers a mix of dormitory rooms, private rooms and ensuite rooms, which makes it a flexible choice for backpackers, students, budget-conscious couples and small groups who want to stay in the centre without paying hotel prices.
What sets it apart from many hostels is the range of shared facilities. The Space Deck on the roof has sun lounges, a swim spa and views across the city. Movie Space is a cinema room with 24 tiered reclining seats, a high-definition screen and surround sound, and the Lounge Space has books and magazines for quieter evenings. A level 5 balcony has a barbecue and views of the skyline.
Self-catering is well catered for. Food Space is a fully equipped kitchen with eight cooking stations, fridge space, individual food lockers, ovens, tea and coffee areas and a gas barbecue, so you can keep costs down by cooking some of your own meals. The Fitness Space, free for guests, has a treadmill, cross trainer, exercise bike and multi-station gym. The shared bathrooms and showers are arranged as private rooms for each user.
Practical services are clearly set out. The Laundry Space has five coin-operated washing machines and four dryers along with irons and ironing boards. Bags can be stored free of charge on the day you arrive, and after check-out storage is available for a fee until 10pm the same day, which is helpful if you have a late flight.
The location suits sightseeing on foot. The Old Melbourne Gaol is just down the road at 377 Russell Street, State Library Victoria is close by with its Russell Street entrance, and Queen Victoria Market is within walking distance to the west. Further south along Russell Street are Stalactites, on the corner of Lonsdale Street, and QT Melbourne, while Flinders Lane and Hosier Lane are at the far end of the street.
Space Hotel suits travellers who value facilities and location over luxury. Check room descriptions carefully when booking to choose between dorms, private rooms and ensuites. For bookings and enquiries, including check-in times, call +61 3 9662 3888 or email [email protected].
Space Hotel FAQs
Where is Space Hotel?
At 380 Russell Street, Melbourne.
What types of rooms are available?
Dormitory rooms, private rooms and ensuite rooms.
Is there a rooftop?
Yes. The Space Deck has sun lounges, a swim spa and city views.
Can I cook my own food?
Yes. Food Space is a fully equipped kitchen with eight cooking stations, food lockers and a gas barbecue.
Is there a gym?
Yes. The Fitness Space is free for guests.
Can I store luggage?
Yes. Storage is free on arrival day; after check-out it costs a fee and is available until 10pm the same day.
Is there a laundry?
Yes, a coin-operated laundry with five washers and four dryers.
How do I contact Space Hotel?
Call +61 3 9662 3888 or email [email protected].