When is the best time to go to Chelsea?

The best time to visit Chelsea is during the warmer months, from late spring (November) through to early autumn (March), when the weather is ideal for enjoying the beach and outdoor activities. November and December offer pleasant temperatures, with average highs around 20-25°C (68-77°F), making it great for swimming and sunbathing without the peak summer crowds. The days are generally sunny and long, allowing for extended time on the foreshore. January and February are the height of summer, with average temperatures often reaching 25-30°C (77-86°F) and sometimes higher. This is the busiest period, especially during school holidays, as many families flock to the beach. If you enjoy a lively option and don't mind the crowds, this is a great time to experience Chelsea at its most active. March provides a lovely transition into autumn, with warm days and slightly cooler evenings. The crowds begin to thin out, but the water remains warm enough for swimming.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Chelsea hotel for you.

How much is the nightly rate at a Chelsea hotel?

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10 Best Hotels in Chelsea, Melbourne for 2026

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a kitchenette, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Best Western Plus Buckingham International

13 km from Chelsea

JUNFENG

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Parkroyal' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a flat roof.

2. PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne

14.5 km from Chelsea

Edmond

CA $238 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

3. Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

19.2 km from Chelsea

Yao-Lin

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern building entrance with a glass canopy, large stone columns, and potted plants.

4. View Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 26 km from Chelsea

Ursula

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a bed, a table, and chairs near a large window with a city view.

5. Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments

24 km from Chelsea

Sabina

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

6. Brady Hotels Elizabeth Street

Melbourne Central Business District, 30.2 km from Chelsea

Diane

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern lobby with a polished floor, large windows, and decorative vases.

7. Golden Pebble Hotel

24.5 km from Chelsea

Darren

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A grand lobby with a central staircase, a large chandelier, and a reception desk.

8. The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 29.6 km from Chelsea

Boyd Alexander

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel lobby with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a number "502" on the floor.

9. Lanson Place Parliament Gardens

East Melbourne, 29.9 km from Chelsea

Clemente

CA $277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-level atrium with a central staircase, glass railings, and hanging plants.

10. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 29.6 km from Chelsea

Sabrina

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A grand hotel entrance with ornate columns, a chandelier, and a red carpet leading to the lobby.

11. The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne Central Business District, 29.6 km from Chelsea

Yan

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern outdoor bathroom with a freestanding tub, a large circular skylight, and a view of a cityscape.

12. The Chen Melbourne - Art Series

26 km from Chelsea

Robyn

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

13. Meriton Suites Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 29.8 km from Chelsea

rasmisree

CA $169 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a geometric floor pattern, and red lounge chairs.

14. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

Southbank, 29 km from Chelsea

Mark

CA $326 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with two white chairs and a table, a bottle of wine, and a glass on the table.

15. Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

Melbourne Central Business District, 25.9 km from Chelsea

Chris

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape at night, featuring a prominent tower and a well-lit interior with a coffee maker and a shelf.

16. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

Southbank, 28.9 km from Chelsea

Lisa

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a sign reading "QUEST" at the entrance.

17. Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne Central Business District, 26.4 km from Chelsea

Matt

CA $155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern building with a glass facade and a geometric pattern.

18. ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

Southbank, 28.8 km from Chelsea

Luis

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with wooden accents, a counter with bar stools, and shelves of bottles.

19. Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

Melbourne Central Business District, 29.7 km from Chelsea

Kenneth

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

20. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District, 30.3 km from Chelsea

Luc Jean-Paul

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Where to stay in Chelsea

Find the best Chelsea areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A city skyline with a prominent cathedral, modern skyscrapers, and a bridge over a reflective river.

Melbourne Central Business District

Discover a blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture, vibrant street art, and literary culture in this bustling city center. Explore famed alleyways, visit the State Library, and enjoy easy access to public transport hubs.

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A modern cityscape with a river, a bridge, and several high-rise buildings.

Southbank

High-rise development dominates this inner-city suburb, featuring the Southbank Promenade and Southgate Restaurant and Shopping Precinct. Enjoy the art and craft market on Sundays, and explore the area via tram lines or the Capital City Bicycle Trail.

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A marina with boats docked, a city skyline with tall buildings, and the sun setting in the background.

Docklands

Striking contemporary architecture meets heritage buildings in this area, where visitors can shop at The District Docklands, ride the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel, and explore public art. Diverse dining options, sports courts, and various transport options make it a convenient choice.

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A pier extending into calm waters with a sunset in the background.

Sorrento

Coastal town Sorrento offers charter fishing boats from its pier, a summer ferry service to Queenscliff, and the historic Sorrento Park with a playground and BBQ facilities. Explore limestone buildings like the heritage-listed Sorrento Post Office.

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, dense vegetation, and scattered buildings.

Rye

Beaches, spas, and hot springs highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rye. Make a stop by Rye Beach or The Dunes Golf Links while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Top Chelsea Hotel Reviews

Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

8/10 Good

"The only thing we didn’t like was the front of the hotel was not very clear so finding the main entrance wasn’t easy but the hotel itself was lovely ."

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Handy location a short walk from Sky Bus and Southern Cross station. Comfy room and warm shower. Helpful to be able to leave bag before check in and after check out. Big breakfast was very good value. Unfortunately other guests aren’t always considerate about being quiet in the hallways and sometimes it is also possible to hear water running from other rooms when guests flush the toilet or use the shower but otherwise it was quiet for a central location."

Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

8/10 Good

"Établissement bien situé avec plusieurs services Stationnement très difficile malgré les instructions en ligne et malgré l’aide de la réception: cela pourrait gâcher votre arrivée si vous êtes en voiture. L’application pour l’accès au stationnement ne permet pas votre inscription avec un numéro de téléphone hors Australie"

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"住宿體驗很好,很安靜~!除了牙膏牙刷梳子,其他備品都不須自己準備! 連續住8晚,服務人員每日都有整理床鋪,很驚喜~!! 9/25中午值班的櫃台服務人員也很棒,讓英文不太好的我們也順利提早入住~!!非常感謝~!! 飯店的地理位置也很棒,離電車站,南十字星車站都很近,對面的超市買伴手禮也很便利~!"

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We are a family of four with two young children. We stayed for 3 nights in a two bedroom apartment. The kitchen and bathrooms were exceptionally clean, the beds were super comfy. Both bedrooms had a tv with casting function. The showers had both fixed shower head and hand held hose which was g There isn't daily housekeeping, but this didn’t detract from the overall experience. There was a construction site next door however the excellent soundproofing and blockout blinds, you would never realise it was there. The location was great, within close proximity to many dining options, along with woolworths and chemist warehouse next door. Was an easy walk to the tram to catch into the city."

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Our top choices for Chelsea hotels

1. Best Western Plus Buckingham International

2. PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne

3. Novotel Melbourne Glen Waverley

4. View Melbourne

5. Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments

6. Brady Hotels Elizabeth Street

7. Golden Pebble Hotel

8. The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

9. Lanson Place Parliament Gardens

10. Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

11. The Hotel Windsor

12. The Chen Melbourne - Art Series

13. Meriton Suites Melbourne

14. Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

15. Oaks Melbourne St Kilda Road Hotel

16. Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG

17. Quest St Kilda Road

18. ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank

19. Holiday Inn Melbourne Bourke Street Mall by IHG

20. Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Where to stay in Chelsea

Melbourne Central Business District

Southbank

Docklands

Sorrento

Rye

Top Chelsea Hotel Reviews

Hannah St Hotel Melbourne

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