Nestled on the fringes of Melbourne City, Oakwood Premier Melbourne is a luxurious five-star hotel and residence in Southbank. It offers easy access to the CBD, South Melbourne Market, and the Yarra River. This impressive 40-storey tower combines the conveniences of a hotel with the comforts of serviced apartments, featuring panoramic 360-degree views of the city, Port Phillip Bay, and beyond. With 132 hotel rooms and 260 serviced apartments, all equipped with state-of-the-art technology, Oakwood Premier caters perfectly to the modern traveler. 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 Studio Apartment

We loved staying in one of the hotel’s Deluxe Studio apartment. Located on levels 7 to 29, these apartments welcome guests with a sleek, stylish design. The open-plan layout seamlessly blends the living area, kitchen, and bedroom into a cohesive space. Expansive curved windows provide stunning views of Melbourne city or Port Phillip Bay, ensuring guests wake up and go to bed to these breathtaking sights. The well-equipped kitchen includes a full-sized fridge and freezer, and a combined washer and dryer. This apartment is ideal for two adults and one child (under 12 years) with existing bedding.

4pm - Enjoy the hotel’s facilities

The hotel boasts numerous facilities including…

GYM

The 24-hour Fitness Centre boasts state-of-the-art cardiovascular and strength training equipment. Guests can enjoy their workout with stunning city views as their backdrop. Access is exclusive to in-house guests, requiring a room key card.

SUPERETTE CONVENIENCE STORE

Located on the ground level, the Superette Convenience Store offers a variety of items including coffee, ready meals, ice cream, beverages, alcohol, confectionery, hygiene products, souvenirs, and other everyday essentials. Guests can also collect a free coffee or tea and purchase snacks and essentials for their stay.

GAMES ROOM

The Games Room is a fun and relaxing space featuring a full-sized billiard table, arcade machines, a foosball table, beanbags, and comfortable seating both indoors and outdoors.

6pm - Hearty In-Room Dinner

During our stay, we absolutely loved staying in with our bath robes and slippers and enjoying the convenience of in-room dining. Think restaurant-quality dishes like lamb shank, pumpkin risotto, and margherita pizza delivered straight to your door. This was a real highlight of our stay.

9pm - Post-dinner drinks at Oak Lounge

For post or pre-dinner drinks, the stylish Oak Lounge in the hotel lobby is the perfect spot to enjoy evening drinks and light meals in a sophisticated setting.

Expect a menu that offers a range of tasty and hearty comfort dishes, cheese platters and snacks alongside an enviable drinks list that highlights hyper-local producers like CBCo Brewing, Starward Whisky, and Archie Rose Distilling Co.

DAY 2

8am- Buffet Breakfast at Fifth

After a good night’s sleep, we headed down to Fifth to enjoy a truly decadent buffet breakfast. The restaurant offers a variety of hot and continental selections, including cook-to-order eggs – whether guests prefer omelettes, scrambled, or sunny side up.

11am - Check out

We had a truly relaxing stay at Oakwood Premier Melbourne. Situated close to South Melbourne Market, Southbank, and DFO, it provides easy access to some of Melbourne’s best attractions. Whether for business travel or a family vacation, Oakwood Premier ensures a comfortable and stylish stay.

Location: 202 Normanby Rd, Southbank VIC 3006

Phone: (03) 9087 3400

Link: https://www.discoverasr.com/en/oakwood/australia/oakwood-premier-melbourne