Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders, an IHG Hotel

All-day basement restaurant in a 19th century bluestone building, serving Modern European dishes.

Low-key rooms & suites in a casual hotel featuring a shared kitchen, a rooftop terrace & free Wi-Fi. Adjacent to Parliament train station, this modern budget hotel is an 8-minute walk from the Swanston Street shopping precinct and 11 minutes on foot from Federation Square. Laid-back rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as fans, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities; bathrooms are shared. Studios add en suite bathrooms and kitchens; some have bunk beds. A sophisticated 1-bedroom apartment features a separate living room, a balcony and a washer/dryer. There's no air-conditioning. Amenities include a communal kitchen, guest laundry facilities and a rooftop terrace. Parking is available for a fee.

Jumping industrial-chic bar serving meat, fish or vegetarian balls, light bites and Italian wines.

Classy rooftop terrace bar with Parliament House views, serving cocktails, wine and gourmet snacks.

Tucked away on Collins Street, this cozy Japanese spot serves up heavenly, made-to-order onigiri and affordable bowls, perfect for a quick lunch fix.

Trendy, bare-bones, standing-room-only spot for artisanal coffee ground on-site, and small treats.

Unpretentious hotel offering bright rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi and wet bars. Set in Chinatown, this straightforward hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Spring St/Bourke St tram stop and 2 km from Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium. The bright rooms provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, seating areas and desks, as well as wet bars with minifridges and microwaves. There's a business centre and a 24-hour reception. Parking and breakfast are available for an additional fee.

Minimalist rooms & suites in a cosmopolitan boutique hotel featuring breakfast & a rooftop terrace. Set in the Central Business District, this cosmopolitan boutique hotel is a 3-minute walk from Parliament train station, 10 minutes' walk from Fitzroy Gardens and 2 km from the National Gallery of Victoria. Featuring custom artwork, the chic, minimalist rooms provide Wi-Fi and smart TVs, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites add living rooms, terraces and/or city views. Room service is available. A rooftop terrace features views of the city. There's also a 24/7 gym and a sleek lobby bar. Breakfast is available.

Tucked away in a car park, Soi 38 serves up vibrant Thai street food, especially renowned for its rich boat noodles and a lively, casual vibe.

Apollo Inn is an intimate, moody cocktail bar serving expertly crafted drinks with a touch of European charm and exceptional, warm service.