4.5 Star Hotel

Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers

308 City Road Southbank, Melbourne, Australia View Map

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Prime City Center Location Shadow Play by Peppers in Melbourne offers a convenient location with boating nearby. Essendon Fields Airport is 8.7 mi away. Exceptional Facilities Guests enjoy a rooftop swimming pool, sauna, fitness center, sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, steam room, and outdoor seating area. Comfortable Accommodations Rooms feature air-conditioning, kitchenette, bathrobes, and private bathrooms. Modern and romantic restaurant serves Australian cuisine with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guest Satisfaction Guests appreciate the convenient location, room cleanliness, and attentive staff.

574 Reviews

8.0Very Good
Cleanliness
8.5
Staff
8.5
Location
8.7

What Guests Say

  • “The location and the room were good.”
  • “Room was clean, we had everything we needed to be self-contained, staff were friendly and helpful.”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Spa
  • Fitness Center
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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One-Bedroom Deluxe1/4

One-Bedroom Deluxe

366 sqft • 1 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
Two-Bedroom Corner Deluxe1/4

Two-Bedroom Corner Deluxe

539 sqft • 1 Double, 2 Single, 2 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Deluxe1/4

Two-Bedroom Deluxe

539 sqft • 1 Double, 2 Single, 2 Double

  • Accessible by lift
  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Three Bedroom Penthouse Apartment1/4

Three Bedroom Penthouse Apartment

1217 sqft • 1 Double or 1 Double or 2 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Two Bathroom1/4

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Two Bathroom

539 sqft • 1 Double or 2 Single

  • Accessible by lift
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning

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    What Guests Loved

    8
    Very Good

    Based on 574 reviews

    Location

    8.7

    Cleanliness

    8.5

    Staff

    8.5

    Overall Quality

    7.9

    Pros +

    • The location and the room were good.
    • Room was clean, we had everything we needed to be self-contained, staff were friendly and helpful.
    • Large room with separate bedrooms

    Cons -

    • The evening restaurant manager is a borderline condescending piece of existence who feels that its absolutely imperative to let the guests know that they have made a huge mistake coming to the restaurant late and that too on a 31st night, by continously citing restaurant policies for dining. People should first learn how to speak properly before getting into the hospitality industry
    • Entry doors slam waking you up through the night, and sounds like a gun going off, they should be soft closing, a Small TV in the bedroom would be a great addition.
    • View wasn't great, but it is Melbourne after all
    Business Traveler (82)Solo Traveler (65)Traveling as Couple (197)Family with Young Children (248)Group Traveler (167)Total (823)
    5ChakrabortyPosted on: 1-9-2026

    The location and the room were good.

    The evening restaurant manager is a borderline condescending piece of existence who feels that its absolutely imperative to let the guests know that they have made a huge mistake coming to the restaurant late and that too on a 31st night, by continously citing restaurant policies for dining. People should first learn how to speak properly before getting into the hospitality industry

    7KevinPosted on: 11-10-2025

    Room was clean, we had everything we needed to be self-contained, staff were friendly and helpful.

    Entry doors slam waking you up through the night, and sounds like a gun going off, they should be soft closing, a Small TV in the bedroom would be a great addition.

    10RutherfordPosted on: 5-2-2025

    Large room with separate bedrooms

    View wasn't great, but it is Melbourne after all

    8GarryPosted on: 4-23-2025

    Great location, & well priced for the area.

    Bedroom is very small in some units

    1RiuPosted on: 4-18-2025

    there is nothing to like when you have to sleep on the floor even if you made the reservation. I don't recomand this.

    incompetent receptionist. I made the reservation and we slept on the floor in the lobby with two little kids. he saw the reservation on Booking but because something didn't synced with something in his system, he didn't give us the room even if he saw the confirmation. I am very disappointed. My kids were crying, at 3 am, what else we can do but to sleep on the cold floor. don't come here, you will pay for the reservation and you will not be able to go into the room.

    4ScottPosted on: 4-11-2025

    2 bedroom apartment

    pool very small - apartment very small

    8ElizaPosted on: 4-6-2025

    2-bed apartment had everything we needed. Steam room and sauna were awesome!

    For the price, it would have been nice for breakfast to be included.

    10NancyPosted on: 4-3-2025

    The staff were helpful and supportive with the booking arrangements. Although we had difficulty doing online payments they were patient with us and allowed us to make payment upon arrival. The location was good,close to the tram station with easy access into CBD and nearby services. The Hotel rooms were kept tidy on a daily basis, the beds were comfortable with clean facilities. Location was close to the convention centre which was convinient for our movement to & fro. Thank you for this experience and I highly recommend for anyone travelling to attend events at the Melbourne Convention Center.

    7BrontePosted on: 4-2-2025

    beds are good and its fairly spacious and clean

    the facilities such as the diswasher dont really work. they look good but dobt work very well also provisions for use such as rubbish bags and dishwashing liquid.. non existant.. none provided. also the front desk girl on arrival was rude....

    3DavidPosted on: 4-2-2025

    The bed and pillows were amazing

    It’s not a hotel it’s a residential building. I wish I had of known this.. going to the gym was full and felt like I was intruding on the residents space. Sauna was great, pool is too small to do laps, and the restaurant wasn’t open so I had to go for a walk at 8:30pm to get some dinner.. not ideal for a business stay. Would pick elsewhere in future

    4MareePosted on: 4-2-2025

    Property was clean. Very noisy location on corner of building at intersection on both sides on second floor. All street noise could be heard

    9AngelaPosted on: 3-24-2025

    Reception and restaurant staff were great, always greeting us professionally and smiling. Helpful and professional at all times

    No aircon in bedroom only in lounge room so when baby asleep room was very hot with bedroom door closed. Front door to apartment slams shut - pushing you out. Door slammed on partners hand, not safe.

    6NathanPosted on: 3-18-2025

    Location was good. Room was clean and tidy.

    Front desk were not friendly or welcoming. Management were not very accommodating when they presented an issue that they had with swipe access. Management offered us to go any find somewhere else to stay at 5:30pm on the evening of check-in.

    3AllisonPosted on: 3-10-2025

    Location

    Unclean room’s , lack of hotel facilites

    6SibiliaPosted on: 3-10-2025

    Great location.

    Very basic breakfast. Very small pool.

    4BecPosted on: 3-10-2025

    Great location for access to shopping and dining, easy to walk most places. Lovely view from penthouse apartments.

    Sadly not meeting the mark on cleanliness, our beds etc were fine but the lounges were dirty, one of our rooms had the lounge covered in a blanket to hide huge stains, the other room had food scraps down the gaps in the couch. Food on floor under coffee table, floors were tacky/sticky and you could feel feet stick as you walked around.Pool area is TINY in comparison to photos, swimming area only approx 2x6M and completely undersized for the hotel size. Wasted rooms like the lounge and library (without books!) that would never get used due to the million rules that apply. Pool area also not overly clean, worn out furniture and bad smell in the bathroom areas. Disappointing as the location is great, staff were friendly but I would go again, especially at the price point. We also had to have a holding fee for a $1500 bond on the room which seemed high and that was held until checkout. Bedrooms in penthouse apartment tiny, okay for our kids to use but if travelling as 2 or 3 couples it would be really disappointing to not have the master bedroom as the others were very cramped in comparison.

    9CLAUDIAPosted on: 3-4-2025

    Very good location in South Bank, spacious room and great service We weren't aware that for long stays cleaning was 2 times in 10 days, but managed okay Washing machine and dryer that made traveling easier

    7SarahPosted on: 2-28-2025

    The location and proximity to the Tram The pool and steam/sauna facilities

    Not enough room service food optionsThe lack of air flow in the room itselfThe bed was too softThe shower pressure was not good

    9JessicaPosted on: 2-23-2025

    Our room was very clean, spotless. The robes supplied were lovely and soft and upon arriving the Hotel has a gorgeous scent in the air. The Hotel has modern, stylish decor and everything is upkept. The pool has city views and so nice for an Hotel to have the pool outside in the lovely sun rather than indoors. Although smaller than we imagined, the pool worked for what we needed. I enjoyed a lovely steak in the restaurant which far exceeded typical hotel food. Wasn’t expecting a washer, dryer and full size fridge in our room either.

    Parking

    8VanessaPosted on: 2-19-2025

    The rooms were lovely, spacious and clean.

    The pool was tiny

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Swimming Pool
    • Outdoor pool

    Fitness & Spa

    • Fitness Center
    • Spa

    Food & Drinks

    • Kitchen/Kitchenette
    • Restaurant
    • Kitchenette
    • On-site accessible restaurants/lounges

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Hygiene certification
    • Professional cleaning services

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly
    • Kid Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    A bond is required at check-in, which will be refunded upon departure. The bond amounts are as follows: - One & Two Bedroom Apartments: AUD 200. - Three Bedroom Penthouse Apartments: AUD 1500. Housekeeping frequency depends on the rate and length of your stay. Daily servicing of rooms might not apply, and it will be serviced on a weekly basis.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Location

    Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers

    308 City Road Southbank, Melbourne

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