Located in the heart of Melbourne’s city centre, Melbourne Marriott Hotel is a five-star hotel that is only a short walk from the Theatre District, shopping hub and attractions such as Parliament House, State Library of Victoria and Royal Exhibition Building. We recently had a little weekend staycation at the hotel. Here is what we got up to…

DAY 1

3pm - Check in to the hotel’s Junior King Suite

We absolutely loved staying in the hotel’s incredibly spacious Junior King Suite with great upper-floor views. The room features a walk-in closet, spacious bathroom with premium amenities and bathrobes as well as a separate living room.

4pm - Enjoy a swim and gym session

It’s easy to stay active at the hotel as it boasts a fully functional Fitness Centre equipped with free weights and cardio equipment as well as a heated saltwater pool, maintained at a comfortable temperature all-year round and perfect for a winter swim. There is even a jacuzzi and sauna.

6pm - Canapés and drinks at M Club or M Bar

While staying at the hotel, we recommend elevating your experience and discovering the new M Club, which is an exclusive lounge located on the ground floor. Access to the M Club provides you with exclusive benefits such as: Buffet breakfast, light snacks and healthy options throughout the day, Hors d'oeuvre service in the evening and complimentary bar service featuring wines and beers. M Club access is exclusively available to Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite and Ambassador Elite members of the Marriott Bonvoy rewards program, or guests booked into an M Club room.

Next to the M Club, you’ll find the new M Bar which is the perfect place to unwind and indulge. The M Bar is open to hotel guests and visitors looking for a stylish Melbourne bar to gather and enjoy a beverage and light meal. The robust menu offers share plates, signature cocktails, champagne, fine wines, craft beers and spirits including an extensive whisky selection.

7pm - Dinner at The Essence

Nestled in the Melbourne Marriott Hotel, The Essence is a casual dining experience perfect for small or larger gatherings that is extremely popular amongst hotel guests. The menu features hearty unpretentious fare that will cater for the whole family. Think creamy butternut gnocchi with spinach, olive and parmesan and melt in your mouth lamb shank with pea and mint puree on a bed of mash and finished with red wine jus. For sweet tooths make sure you try the baked yogurt which is a contemporary interpretation of the classical Indian dessert, Mishti Dohi.

DAY 2

10am- Breakfast at The Essence

After a good night’s sleep, we were back at The Essence to enjoy their buffet breakfast offering. The generous buffet has a great selection of hot and cold breakfast favourites, baked goods as well as a cook-to-order omelette station and also includes barista made coffee.

11am - Check out

We had a truly relaxing stay at the Marriott Hotel Melbourne. The hotel’s iconic location, wonderfully spacious accommodation and plush bedding will ensure you get the R&R you need.

Location: Corner Exhibition &, Lonsdale St, Melbourne

Phone: (03) 9662 3900

Link: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/melmc-melbourne-marriott-hotel/overview/