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The Cultural capital of Australia is a title not lightly bestowed on Melbourne, and is equally well merited. The capital of the state of Victoria is an extravaganza of Victorian architecture, art deco simplicity, and modern glass and steel magnificence. Stay in luxury hotels Melbourne and discover a cultural side to Australia, you never knew it had. You will be both surprised and delighted by all Melbourne has to offer the eager holiday traveller and the business traveller alike.
The wealth of the city of Melbourne comes from it's exotic and wild past: As a small and tranquil Victorian settlement nothing could have prepared the inhabitants of Melbourne for the stark and somewhat unexpected change which was to take place with the discovery of the Australian gold rush. The influx of gold diggers and fortune, hunters was literally to transform this backwater habitation overnight.
Today this inauspicious start has been transformed into one of the liveliest and most cultured cities in the world. Modern Melbourne has a diverse population of European, Asian and native decent. Melly, as it is affectionately known to its inhabitants, is a very sporting city, and plays host to many national and International tournaments.
Like most Australian cities Melbourne is a coastal city, which makes the most of its fantastic location for both business and pleasure. Naturally it is divided up into districts including the Central Business District where you will find the business hub of the city, followed by Albert Park, and the famous F1 Grand Prix circuit.
Carlton is where Melbourne's University is to be found, and it is also the Italian community's area of the city. Collingwood is the working class district, and South Melbourne, South Yarra, St Kilda, Williamstown, and Yarraville are all suburban communities. The main shopping areas are to be found in Fitzroy, Brunswick, Prahran, and Richmond.
Luxury hotels in Melbourne are mainly to be found in and around the central business district, however you will find a good smattering of luxury hotels right across the Melbourne area.
The Park Hyatt is a monument to opulence, and every room is a triumph of detail, style and comfort. Nothing is missing from this decadent palace to sheer elegance. Even the bathrooms have flat screen TV's set into the walls.
Hotel Windsor is said to be Australia's only remaining grand hotel, and in accordance, has a true air of stately grandeur about it, and combines old world charm with modern sophistication and luxuries.
The Grand Hyatt Melbourne is a marbled haven of elegance, and is recognised as one of Melbourne's most palatial hotels. Its spa is a great favourite with the best social set in the city
When you arrive at Melbourne airport you could be greeted by a chauffeur driven limousine from your luxury hotel, and be whisked in style and comfort to the fabulous hotel of your choice. There are no bad choices as far as luxury hotels in Melbourne go. Just find one that appeals to your taste, and enjoy! The full panoply is available from old world stately charm to modern super chic, with a little dash of Deco thrown in for good measure.
The range of accommodation in luxury Melbourne hotels is much as you will find anywhere in the world, and you will be able to choose from doubles, superior doubles, junior suites, deluxe and superior suites, to presidential and penthouse suites with substantial panoramic views of the fantastic Melbourne skyline. Rest assured that all the rooms will be beautifully furnished, and appointed and will have air conditioning.
Business guests in Melbourne's luxury hotels are well catered for with twenty-four hour conference facilities, and meeting rooms as well as round the clock technical support and fast Wi-Fi Internet connection throughout the hotel.
Your first point of call on your arrival in your luxury hotel will be the concierge who will welcome you warmly, and will be at your disposal with assistance throughout the entirety of your stay. Prevail upon your concierge for assistance with travel, tourist information, business information, booking services, arranging restaurants, theatre tickets, and having child-minding facilities, so you can relax and enjoy all that Melbourne has to offer.
Take a fascinating look at the cultural and historical side of Melbourne and you will find; The Immigration Museum, Melbourne Aquarium, Rialto Towers - the tallest reinforced structure in the southern hemisphere, St Paul's Cathedral, City Square, Block Arcade built in 1891, the Royal Arcade built in 1870, The State Library of Victoria, Old Melbourne Gaol, Queen Victoria Market, the Victorian Arts Centre, the Melbourne Concert Hall, The National Gallery of Victoria, the Victorian College of Arts, and the Crown Entertainment complex including a casino. There are of course many other magnificent areas of interest, historical buildings plus places to be entertained and shop.
After a long day exploring these fine attributes, or occupied in business meetings, what better way to relax and unwind than with an exquisite evening in your luxury hotels bar and restaurant. The menu will be a bold and extensive melange of traditional Australian cuisine, and worldwide favourites from France, Italy, Germany, Spain, China, Japan, Mexico, America, and Thailand. Australia is famous for it's love of fresh seafood, and Melbourne is perfectly placed to take advantage of this. Delight in a taste sensation, accompanied by the finest old and new world wines.
Take the weight of the world from your shoulders as you relax in your luxury hotel spa. Take the time to enjoy the swimming pool, sauna, beauty salon, gym and other facilities on offer during your stay. Try a massage to relieve stress and a facial to make you look glowing with health.
All the luxury hotels Melbourne has to offer are superbly appointed bastions of opulence and divine sumptuousness: Truly lavish living in the cultural capital of Australia.
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