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The Swanston Hotel, Grand Mercure

4.5 of 5
195 Swanston St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia (Formerly Mercure Grand Hotel on Swanston) (Melbourne CBD)
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The Swanston Hotel, Grand Mercure
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Launceston, Australia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

My wife and I enjoyed staying at your hotel. The location is excellent by being in the centre of the CBD. The breakfasts were good value and the dinner at night was the same. We will definately recommend this hotel to our family and friends and the next time we come to Melbourne we hope to be able to stay... More

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Albury, Australia
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Great location but the place feels a little tired. Our King suite had a bedroom that was only just large enough for the bed and felt cramped with an odd shaped larger lounge area. Service was OK especially concierge but passwords for internet were not given and I had to chase them up despite having it as part of the... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The hotel is in a great location, right in the centre of the CBD, next to great Chinatown restaurants, central and flinders st train stations. Also close to shops and loads of entertainment venues The room is well equipped with nice toiletries, extras like hot chocolate, a DVD player and microwave. It has an indoor pool and small gym.

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Perth WA
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We booked a executive room 6 nights. The location is great, comer of Bourke street mall and Swanson street, across from China Town. Downside it was noisy, you could hear people on the streets all night. Room has separate bed, lounge and bathroom, 2 TV's. all average, carpet was stained. Nothing outstanding in service, we didn't really have anything to... More

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Adelaide, Australia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

A great place to stay, but impossible to get to by car! We ended up returning our hire car to Franklin Street and getting a taxi to the hotel, as we couldn't get close due to one way systems and trams. We also had trouble getting a taxi to Southern Cross Station when we left early in the morning, and... More

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Launceston Tasmania
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I stayed with my Mum for Mothers Day and it was the perfect location. As my Mum has a few mobility issues the location was perfect spot for CBD shopping with a tram right at the front door, giving us easy access to all the places we wanted to visit. Our twin room consisted of 2 double beds in a... More

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Sydney, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We took advantage of a good special for this hotel. Location in the middle of Melbourne CBD right near Chinatown was great. Easy walk to Fed Square, Queen Victoria Markets, shops, restaurants. Excellent public transport in Melbourne with trams outside the front door. The king superior room we had was spacious with a living room and bedroom. My only complaint... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Great Location , one bedroom suite is a great size and very reasonable for the centre of the CBD. Only thing i would like to see improved is the quality of the food on Loundes for breakfast and the Service was not good at all, but that could be just a training issue. everything else was great.

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Hobart, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Stayed at this hotel 9/5/2013-12/5/2013 for a boys weekend of AFL. Was concerned after reading some reports. However had a great stay.First the location: The location is fantastic. It is right in the heart of Burke st Mall and the CBD. Close to restraunts bars and public transport. Tram stop right at the door. Check in was quick and easy... More

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Hobart, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Conveniently located right in the heart of the CBD,it is handy to everything, especially Chinatown & the Bourke St. Mall - with great accommodation specials througout the year, clean spacious rooms, & friendly, helpful staff. I would definitely stay here again, as well as the more moderately priced Mercure Welcome, which adjoins the Swanston.

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Also Known As:
The Swanston Hotel, Grand Mercure Hotel
The Swanston Hotel, Grand Mercure Hotel Melbourne
The Swanston Hotel Grand Mercure
The Swanston Hotel Grand Accor
Address: 195 Swanston St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia (Formerly Mercure Grand Hotel on Swanston)
Region: Australia > Victoria > Melbourne > Melbourne CBD
Amenities:
Business Centre Fitness Centre Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#27 Family Hotels in Melbourne
#37 Luxury Hotels in Melbourne
#42 Business Hotels in Melbourne
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Grand Mercure Hotel Swanston is in the heart of the city, close to restaurants, theatres, nightlife and Melbournes best shopping. The hotel features 200 spacious, well appointed rooms and a restaurant on the 15th floor which overlooks the city centre. ... more   less 
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