Melbourne Place, an independent 14-storey, 191-room luxury hotel in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD is due for completion and set to open in August 2024.

Situated at 130 Russell Street, Melbourne Place is a landmark development, bringing together state-of-the-art accommodation, world-class dining experiences and boutique retailers.

The hotel has secured the services of the renowned former Jackalope Hotels Group General Manager, Tracy Atherton, as its Executive General Manager, and Young Chef of the Year, Nicholas Deligiannis, to run its keynote restaurant, Mid Air, an iconic roof-top dining experience.

The ground floor dining room together with the basement bar are set to undergo a remarkable transformation led by a globally acclaimed Restaurateur. The vision - a design-forward culinary hub encapsulating the essence of Melbourne Place and offering a captivating destination for locals and visitors alike.

“Melbourne Place will redefine the Paris end precinct of Melbourne,” Ms Atherton said

“Neighbouring the city's best restaurants, bars, nightlife and retail, it will be the place to be, providing guests with a unique lifestyle and cultural experience situated among the best offerings in the city. It is the ultimate location to experience the pinnacle of Melbourne's life and spirit.

Peter Crinis, [former Crown Hotels CEO and director of Melbourne Place] said, “This is the hotel that Melbourne needs.

“We have set out to redefine expectations of hospitality at every touch point by bringing together a carefully curated, talented team of local creatives to ensure every facet upholds our vision of a destination that is ingrained as an eminent landmark, contributing in an enduring way to the folklore of the city.

“Bringing this vision to life are some of Australia's most celebrated creatives including architects Kennedy Nolan, brand artisans Studio Round, James Richardson Furniture and Mars Art Gallery.

“The iconic hotel design will feature contemporary textures, tones and shapes, with every touch point a moment to savour artistry. The elegant hotel suites, with bespoke finishes and furnishings, will be elevated, providing guests with an intimate front-row view of the evolving cityscape. Level one will play host to a variety of meeting and event spaces catering to weddings, corporate events, private dining and product launches.

“Not only will it epitomise the state's dynamic art, culture and cuisine, but Melbourne Place will contribute to the resurrection of this urban destination with the creation of 120 jobs.

“Melbourne Place will exist in a class of its own, in tune with the cultural and artistic way of life that Melbourne is known for.”

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