From the championship offerings of the Albert Park Golf Course to the par-66 Royal Park Golf Club featuring nine scenic holes, the city of East Melbourne presents abundant opportunities for a memorable golf vacation in Australia. Home to plentiful shopping, dining and entertainment options, East Melbourne showcases historic architecture, numerous museums, lovely gardens, the fashion district of Bourke Street and famed sports destinations like the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Tennis Arena. Luxury accommodations await in the heart of the city.
The Hotel Windsor Melbourne
Built in 1883, the grand five-star Hotel Windsor presents elite accommodations overlooking the lush Treasury Gardens in East Melbourne. Located near the area's thriving arts and theater district, the hotel lies within walking distance to Rod Laver Arena, site of the annual Australian Open tennis championships. Offering a range of luxury guest rooms and suites, the hotel features such guest amenities as marble bathrooms, plush furnishings, deluxe bedding and pillows, executive work desk, free high-speed Internet and wide-screen TVs. On-site dining is featured at the gourmet 111 Spring Street Restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Hotel Windsor Melbourne
111 Spring St.
Melbourne 3000 Victoria
Australia
011 (61) 3 9633 6000
thehotelwindsor.com.au
Mantra on Jolimont
Centrally located in East Melbourne, the Mantra on Jolimont hotel showcases 133 studio and one-bedroom apartments that come complete with individually controlled air conditioning, in-house movies and wireless Internet. One-bedroom apartments include fully-equipped kitchens as well as lounge and dining areas. Guest amenities range from 24-hour reception to laundry service, a foreign currency exchange center, safe deposit boxes and on-site parking for a fee. Recreational amenities feature a heated swimming pool and gymnasium on-site. The hotel's Rocc's Restaurant serves up local Australian fare in a relaxed atmosphere.
Mantra on Jolimont
133 Jolimont Road
East Melbourne VIC 3002
Australia
011 (+61) 1300 987 604
mantra.com.au
Park Hyatt Melbourne
Located in East Melbourne's historic district, the Park Hyatt Melbourne Hotel overlooks the city's Fitzroy Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Unveiling luxury accommodations, each room comes complete with Madrona paneled walls, handsome furnishings, plush bedding, Italian marble baths and spacious work spaces. Among the amenities include in-room safes, satellite TV, mini bar, individually-controlled air conditioning and windows that open. On-site dining includes the chic Radii Restaurant and Bar, along with the Tea Lounge where high tea is served daily.
Park Hyatt Melbourne
1 Parliament Square
Melbourne, Victoria 3002
Australia
011 (+61) 3 9224 1234
melbourne.park.hyatt.com
About The Author
Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.
