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A two-story building with a balcony, a decorative entrance, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A spacious living area with a dark coffee table, a leather sofa, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A rustic wooden door with intricate carvings, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

1. Captain's Retreat Apartments and Cottages

3.2 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Aminah

SAR 456

SAR 580 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a stove.

A deck with two white chairs and a small round table, a red fence, and a tree in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a small side table.

2. Punthill Williamstown

3.2 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

John

SAR 537

SAR 590 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by walls with a stone-like texture.

A modern hotel room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a bed, and a city view.

A high-rise building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and a reflective facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

3. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 5.6 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Luc Jean-Paul

SAR 288

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and black pillows. There is a painting on the wall above the beds and a window providing natural light.

A conference room with tables, chairs, and a television screen.

A bar area with a glass of beer, a sports screen, and a menu board.

A street at sunset with a white car parked on the side.

4. Guiding Star Hotel

5.3 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Kwok Kwong

SAR 298

SAR 331 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass railings, a central seating area, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, comfortable seating, large windows offering a city view, and a hanging light fixture.

A room with a view of a cityscape at sunset, a round table with a glass, and two chairs.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the city and sea.

5. The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 5.6 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Shakeeb

SAR 1,383

SAR 1,521 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a shaded canopy.

A modern kitchen with a large island, sliding glass doors leading to a patio, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A reception desk with three pendant lights, a Coca-Cola refrigerator, and a framed award sign.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with a pond and trees.

6. Quest Williamstown North

3.2 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

gary

SAR 515

SAR 567 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.

A hotel room with a bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and two paintings on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightcap hotel sign, a TV, and a brick wall.

A billiards table in a restaurant with large windows and indoor seating.

7. Nightcap at Millers Inn

4 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Leanne

SAR 355

SAR 391 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A large, two-story house with a grey facade, multiple windows, and a covered porch.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A view from a gazebo with white columns, overlooking a well-maintained lawn and a road with passing vehicles.

A covered patio with wooden flooring, outdoor furniture, and potted plants.

8. St Joseph's by the sea

4.3 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Cameron

SAR 516

SAR 560 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern living room with a large balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a dining area with white chairs and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass door, a chandelier, and two potted plants.

9. The Hamptons Apartments - Port Melbourne

4.1 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Janice

SAR 510

SAR 623 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A dining table set with plates of food and wine glasses, surrounded by chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, and a small refrigerator.

A narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, a red chair, and a door at the end.

A laundry room with two front-loading washing machines, a sink, and a laundry powder dispenser.

10. Plough Hotel

3.6 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Valerie

SAR 379

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and two lamps.

A kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, stove, microwave, and cabinets.

A reception desk with a black counter, wooden cabinets, and a mounted air conditioner.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, and a sofa.

11. Footscray Motor Inn

4.1 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Nathalie

SAR 270

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pergola, and a city view.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. There is a large window offering a city view.

A modern high-rise building with multiple balconies, surrounded by a landscaped park area.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the city, and a skylight.

12. Liberty One

3.8 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Averia

SAR 446

SAR 491 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a balcony with a city view, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, and a bed.

A modern lounge area with wooden chairs, a round table, and a black chair. Shelves with decorative items and a stone wall are in the background.

13. Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

Docklands, 4.7 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Marissa

SAR 374

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor pool with a city skyline view, modern architecture, and potted plants.

A rooftop terrace with modern seating, a view of the city skyline, and a glass structure.

A tall, modern hotel with a distinctive geometric facade and a sign reading "AC BY MARRIOTT".

A modern lounge with a city view, featuring sofas, chairs, and a coffee table.

14. AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank

Southbank, 5 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Danielle

SAR 477

SAR 525 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, modern architecture, and a wooden deck with seating.

A modern building with a curved facade and multiple balconies.

A hotel room with a large window, two orange chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings in the background.

15. Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands

Docklands, 4.6 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Pramod

SAR 620

SAR 682 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a reflective glass facade, a rooftop pool with blue tiles, and sun loungers along the poolside.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings and a tram line.

A modern restaurant interior with a long counter, booths, and tables.

A modern outdoor seating area with glass walls, a sofa, and two armchairs.

16. Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

Docklands, 4.4 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

CARLO EDWARD BELLO

SAR 544

SAR 598 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with a Ferris wheel and a parking area.

A modern lobby with a sofa, coffee table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a desk.

A modern high-rise building with multiple balconies and a ground-level entrance labeled "QUEST."

17. Quest NewQuay

Docklands, 4.7 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Bruno

SAR 404

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a desk with a lamp, and two armchairs.

A modern dining area with a city view, a vase with flowers, and a cup on the table.

A modern room with a grey sofa, a small round table with a plate of food and a cup, and a large window offering a cityscape view.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a dining area with a vase of flowers.

18. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

Southbank, 5 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Stephanie

SAR 498

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room, featuring large windows with a city view.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a seating area with chairs, and a well-lit corridor.

A spacious living room with a city view, a dining area, and a large window.

A modern apartment with a staircase, a living area with a sofa and coffee table, and large windows offering a city view.

19. Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

Yarra Riverfront, 4.3 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Nicholas

SAR 1,462

SAR 1,901 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a bar area, seating, and a staircase.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city skyline view at dusk.

A modern lobby with a wooden ceiling, a marble reception desk, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large window offering a city view at dusk, a bed, a chair, a small table with a bottle and glass, and a vase with flowers.

20. Pan Pacific Melbourne

5.2 km from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

James

SAR 799

SAR 879 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Captain's Retreat Apartments and Cottages	9.6 Exceptional 308 reviews	View
Punthill Williamstown	9.0 Wonderful 514 reviews	View
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne	8.8 Excellent 3,285 reviews	View
Guiding Star Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 235 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne	9.8 Exceptional 289 reviews	View

Top Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium Hotel Reviews

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Overall excellent experience, thank you! Would stay here again."

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay clean facility and very close walking distance to the convention center"

The Langham, Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable, clean room with helpful staff and excellent amenities. Large, relaxing bar area. Spa experience was great."

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel, good breakfast, friendly staff. No complaints."

MainStay Suites Williamstown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean , great price, convenient to my needs as l was volunteering at an event at Seaworks"

Captain's Retreat Apartments and Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Front bedroom a bit noisy but other options to sleep at rear"

Liberty One

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect except for the Wi-Fi"

Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

10/10 Excellent

"I received the check in details on the day of my arrival. Was already in Melbourne before I received them. The apartment was lovely. Water front - nice views. Nice quiet neighbourhood. Great food nearby. Great pool."

Punthill Williamstown

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and clean accommodation. Staff were extremely helpful. Easy parking and good access to transport into Melbourne."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium?

Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium is located in a vibrant area of Melbourne known for its major shopping area and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium?

Liberty One is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers in-room kitchens and a rooftop terrace. It's located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium. Other good options within a few miles include Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne and Meriton Suites Melbourne.

How many hotels are there near Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium?

To access more information about updating your stay near Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium?

You'll want to browse the collections at Immigration Museum, National Gallery of Victoria, and Old Melbourne Gaol. While you're exploring, swing by Melbourne Central, Queen Victoria Market, and St Paul's Cathedral to learn a bit about the area. You can watch performances at Melbourne Arts Centre, Athenaeum, and Regent Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium?

Make your way to Spotswood Station to catch metro transit. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium hotels

1. Captain's Retreat Apartments and Cottages

2. Punthill Williamstown

3. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

4. Guiding Star Hotel

5. The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne

6. Quest Williamstown North

7. Nightcap at Millers Inn

8. St Joseph's by the sea

9. The Hamptons Apartments - Port Melbourne

10. Plough Hotel

11. Footscray Motor Inn

12. Liberty One

13. Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

14. AC Hotel Melbourne Southbank

15. Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands

16. Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands

17. Quest NewQuay

18. Oakwood Premier Melbourne

19. Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

20. Pan Pacific Melbourne

Compare popular hotels close to Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Top Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium Hotel Reviews

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins by IHG

MainStay Suites Williamstown

Captain's Retreat Apartments and Cottages

Liberty One

Melbourne Private Apartments - Collins Wharf Waterfront, Docklands

Punthill Williamstown

Other attractions near Scienceworks and Melbourne Planetarium

Westgate Park

Sandridge Beach

Westgate Bridge

Sun Theatre

The Timber Yard

Williamstown Railway Museum

PICA

Ferguson Street

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