Heritage 1890s Rialto and Winfield buildings restored into a five-star hotel, beneath the Rialto's Vue de Monde restaurant tower.
The InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto occupies the restored 1890s Rialto and Winfield office buildings at 495 Collins Street, in the western CBD near Southern Cross Station and the Crown Melbourne precinct across the Yarra. The hotel is built around a dramatic glass-roofed atrium linking the heritage sandstone facades, with the adjoining Rialto Tower giving the building added local landmark status; Vue de Monde, one of Melbourne's best-known fine-dining restaurants, occupies the tower above. Rooms are split between Classic Rooms in the modern wing and Club Rooms with lounge access, up to the two-storey Rialto Suite. The hotel's dining includes all-day cafe-style service and a lobby bar set beneath the atrium's ironwork ceiling. An indoor pool, spa treatment rooms and a fitness centre are available on site. Service leans toward business travellers and heritage-minded leisure guests, with a concierge well versed in Melbourne's laneway culture and access to nearby Southern Cross Station for airport buses and regional trains.
| Price | $$$$ |
|---|---|
| Address | 495 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 |
Room types
- Classic Room
- Club Room
- Rialto Suite
Amenities
- pool
- spa
- fitness center
- restaurant
- bar
- concierge
- wifi
Location
495 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
-37.8181, 144.9598 View on map
Highlights
- Set within the restored 1890s heritage Rialto and Winfield buildings
- Glass-roofed atrium lobby unique among Melbourne hotels
- Vue de Monde fine-dining restaurant in the adjoining tower
- Indoor pool, spa and fitness centre
- Close to Southern Cross Station for airport SkyBus and regional trains
Tips for visiting
- Book a Club Room for lounge access if travelling for business
- Southern Cross Station, a short walk away, has the SkyBus service to Melbourne Airport
- Reserve Vue de Monde weeks ahead for a special-occasion dinner
- The atrium lobby bar is a good low-key spot for a drink without leaving the building
- Ask for a Collins Street-facing room to see the heritage facade rather than the tower side
Accessibility
The hotel provides wheelchair-accessible rooms and lift access to all public areas, though sections of the heritage facade and atrium walkways have level changes; guests should confirm specific accessibility needs when booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel in a historic building?
Yes, it occupies the restored 1890s Rialto and Winfield buildings, connected by a modern glass atrium.
Is Vue de Monde part of the hotel?
Vue de Monde is a separately operated fine-dining restaurant located in the adjoining Rialto Tower above the hotel.
How far is it from Southern Cross Station?
It is about a five-minute walk, making it convenient for the airport SkyBus and regional train services.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, there is an indoor pool along with a spa and fitness centre on site.