The opening of Dorsett Melbourne heralds the brand’s Melbourne debut, the hotel a key component of West Side Place, a $2.4b development by Far East Consortium, located at 615 Little Lonsdale St at the southern end of the CBD. West Side Place adds vibrance and a brand-new precinct to the heart of Melbourne city, attracting Melburnians and travellers alike.
Dorsett Hospitality International, Australian CEO Andrew Jessop says, “Dorsett Hospitality
International is proud to be opening a new hotel in Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne. Off the
back of the success of our first Australian opening on the Gold Coast, it was a natural next step to
look towards Melbourne which has seen an incredible bounce back in tourism since COVID. We look
forward to continuing to grow our global footprint and to add to the Melbourne community.”
Dorsett Melbourne comprises 316 guest rooms over eight levels, designed by award winning architects Cottee Parker. Rooms and suites include pet friendly accommodation for that ‘pawfect’ getaway, and family rooms where the littlest guests can have their own memorable moment in a themed room.
The Dorsett Melbourne Club Lounge is an exclusive area where guests can work, dine or relax with
signature amenities included private check in/out, two hours complimentary meeting space, a
pressing service with food and beverage service throughout the day and evening. Modern conference rooms are suitably matched for small to medium sized events; each featuring
natural light with the latest in technology to meet changing meeting needs, including hybrid
connections.
Unique art installations
Dorsett Melbourne recently commissioned a significant artwork by Portuguese Australian artist Marta Figueiredo for the central courtyard of the hotel. The only way to experience it is to stay in one of the Diva Garden rooms of the hotel that overlook the sculpture.
The towering sculpture stands over six metres in height, boasting large-scale and colourful totems that light up from dawn to just after dusk. The installation forming part of the Dorsett Melbourne’s art program – an Art Escape guide available from hotel reception, that contains more information on all the commissioned artwork throughout the hotel.
This striking and unique feature is guaranteed to quickly become one of Melbourne city’s hidden artistic gems.
Key brand values
All Dorsett Hotels are proud to incorporate five key attributes that are adapted to each new hotel
site. They include city convenience, social connectivity, priceless guest delights, active wellness, and
creating positive impact to the local community.
Dorsett Hotel’s commitment to delivering city convenience is reflected in the abundant amenities on
offer ensuring every guest’s stay at Dorsett Melbourne is a memorable one. Amenities includes an
indoor heated pool, complete with a day-bed area, spa, sauna, steam room, wellness room, and a
gymnasium with the latest in Techno-Gym equipment. Guests will “stay vibrant” at Dorsett Melbourne with hospitality at the core of the Dorsett Hotels ethos.
Dorsett Melbourne is favourably located with direct access to Southern Cross Station, Marvel
Stadium, Flagstaff Gardens, Spencer Street outlets and a short walk or tram ride to the Melbourne
Convention and Exhibition Centre and Queen Victoria Market. Melbourne’s CBD can be explored
within the city’s free tram zone, with the closest stop a short walk to Spencer Street.
About Dorsett Hospitality International
Dorsett Hospitality International is one of Asia’s fastest-growing hotel groups.
As a Hong Kong hospitality brand, they are are proud to have an international footprint in 23 major cities worldwide with a total of 53 properties with strategic partners TWH and AGORA Hospitality
Group, including Dorsett Hospitality International’s four core brands: Dorsett Hotels & Resorts, Dao by Dorsett, d.Collection, and Silka, each with their own distinct identity and offerings to cater to diverse travel needs. Since the group’s establishment in Hong Kong in January 2007, they have grown rapidly, with hotels across China, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Continental Europe, with more properties planned.
Dorsett Melbourne
615 Little Lonsdale Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
T: (03) 9123 4888
W: https://www.dorsetthotels.com/dorsett-melbourne/index.html