What's it like in Balaclava?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Melbourne's Balaclava neighborhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Balaclava area?

With 19 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Balaclava to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Melbourne area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Balaclava, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Balaclava.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Balaclava?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Balaclava, click here .

What is there to do in this Melbourne neighborhood?

St Kilda Town Hall, St. Kilda Botanical Gardens, and Rippon Lea House and Gardens are just a few of the places to visit in and around Balaclava. The National Theatre Melbourne and National Theatre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Melbourne.

How can I get around Balaclava and the greater Melbourne area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Balaclava Station is the closest metro station.

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1. View Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.2 km from Balaclava

Ursula

NT$2,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern lobby with vibrant artwork, a red sofa set, orange bean bags, and a checkered floor.

2. Ovolo Melbourne South Yarra, a Wyndham Hotel

South Yarra, 3.7 km from Balaclava

Bethanne

NT$3,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern building with a sign reading "QUEST" at the entrance.

3. Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.7 km from Balaclava

Matt

NT$3,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A balcony with two white chairs and a table, a bottle of wine, and a glass on the table.

4. Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 3.1 km from Balaclava

Chris

NT$3,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A grand lobby with two escalators, a central fountain, and ornate wall panels.

5. The Langham, Melbourne

Southbank, 6.3 km from Balaclava

Peter

NT$6,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern lobby with a central staircase, glass walls, and a large chandelier.

6. Grand Hyatt Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 6.8 km from Balaclava

Alma

NT$7,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a geometric floor pattern, and red lounge chairs.

7. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

Southbank, 6.2 km from Balaclava

Alexandra

NT$6,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A pool area with a glass barrier, chairs, and tables, and a wall with greenery.

8. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

Yarra Riverfront, 6.6 km from Balaclava

Melissa

NT$4,957 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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9. Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 7 km from Balaclava

gladys

NT$4,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple pendant lights, and a city view through large windows.

10. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 7 km from Balaclava

Donna

NT$4,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, glass cabinets, and a central island with a hanging light fixture.

11. The StandardX, Melbourne

Fitzroy, 8.7 km from Balaclava

Steven

NT$4,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A grand hotel entrance with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a red carpet leading to the lobby.

12. The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 7 km from Balaclava

Yan

NT$4,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a wall of bookshelves.

13. QT Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 7 km from Balaclava

Danielle

NT$6,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a lamp, and two armchairs.

14. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank, 6.3 km from Balaclava

Stephanie

NT$4,263 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by walls with a stone-like texture.

15. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 7.5 km from Balaclava

Luc Jean-Paul

NT$2,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern kitchen with a city view, a dining area with a sofa and chairs, and a bar area with a wine bottle and glass.

16. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

6.5 km from Balaclava

James

NT$3,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A swimming pool with a person floating on an inner tube, surrounded by glass walls and a modern ceiling design.

17. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

Melbourne Central Business District, 7.1 km from Balaclava

Susanna

NT$4,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a red sofa, a small round table, and a red armchair.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne - Flinders Street

Yarra Riverfront, 6.6 km from Balaclava

Gregory

NT$4,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with wooden accents, a counter with bar stools, and shelves of bottles.

19. Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 6.9 km from Balaclava

Kenneth

NT$4,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape at night, featuring a prominent tower and a well-lit interior with a coffee maker and a shelf.

20. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

Southbank, 6.1 km from Balaclava

Lisa

NT$3,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Where to stay in Balaclava

Find the best Balaclava areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Melbourne Central Business District

Discover a blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture, vibrant street art, and literary culture in this bustling city center. Explore famed alleyways, visit the State Library, and enjoy easy access to public transport hubs.

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Southbank

High-rise development dominates this inner-city suburb, featuring the Southbank Promenade and Southgate Restaurant and Shopping Precinct. Enjoy the art and craft market on Sundays, and explore the area via tram lines or the Capital City Bicycle Trail.

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Docklands

Striking contemporary architecture meets heritage buildings in this area, where visitors can shop at The District Docklands, ride the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, and explore public art. Diverse dining options, sports courts, and various transport options make it a convenient choice.

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Sorrento

Coastal town Sorrento offers charter fishing boats from its pier, a summer ferry service to Queenscliff, and the historic Sorrento Park with a playground and BBQ facilities. Explore limestone buildings like the heritage-listed Sorrento Post Office.

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Rye

Beaches, spas, and hot springs highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rye. Make a stop by Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Top Balaclava Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Windsor

8/10 Good

"They need to repair the floor around the elevator entrance on ground floor and straighten the paintings hanging crooked in the lobby. A hotel of this stature needs to be super vigilant of the detais. Housekeeping was excellent and prompt, breakfast was excellent. We will come back."

Meriton Suites Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"If Melbourne is looking for ambassadors to give a good impression of their city they should start here. The amazing staff at the lobby were just the beginning. We loved our room, we loved the location, we loved the quick response when we asked for something. I would absolutely recommend this hotel and I will definitely stay again when I have the opportunity."

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

8/10 Good

"Hotel was quite good, with some quirks/problems. Room was very clean, well-appointed and a good layout. Bathroom was very modern with a good-sized shower, room had both a desk and a couch-like chair for relaxing spaces other than the bed. Staff were very helpful, breakfast was pretty solid (quite busy, but plenty of food and pretty decent quality), and the gym is pretty decent and available 24 hours. However, the experience was not perfect. Most prominently, the bed was quite bad, being somehow too firm and too springy at the same time, made worse by awful pillows (the soft may as well have been empty, the "firm" was still comically soft). Likewise, the kettle in our room was the only kitchen appliance available but it was slow, loud, and spilled water every time we used it. Also, the shower was large and okay to use but getting the water in a human-habitable temperature range was an exercise in frustration. Overall, very solid hotel in an absolutely incredible location, but not without it's drawbacks."

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Our top choices for Balaclava hotels

1. View Melbourne

2. Ovolo Melbourne South Yarra, a Wyndham Hotel

3. Quest St Kilda Road

4. Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

5. The Langham, Melbourne

6. Grand Hyatt Melbourne

7. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

8. Vibe Hotel Melbourne

9. Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

10. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

11. The StandardX, Melbourne

12. The Hotel Windsor

13. QT Melbourne

14. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

15. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

16. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

17. Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne On Spencer

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Melbourne - Flinders Street

19. Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

20. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

Where to stay in Balaclava

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Sorrento

Rye

Top Balaclava Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Windsor

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