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InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto

495 Collins Street Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia, 3000
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About us

Located on the prestigious Collins Street, the hotel’s facade is a stunning example of 1890s neo-gothic architecture combined with a luxuriously contemporary interior. When you arrive, you will be taken away by the grand atrium and charm of the heritage buildings. The dedicated conference floor provides 11 private meeting rooms, offering a range of venues to suit all styles of events, located on the same floor ensuring your guests stay together. The hotel's ballroom named The Laneway Rooms feature Melbourne inspired graffiti artwork, showcasing a blend of heritage and modern Melbourne culture styling. The hotel's specialised events team will help you from seamless planning through to flawless execution. Stunning blend of traditional and contemporary, the 253 rooms and suites offer accommodation in the perfect Melbourne CBD location. Each room has been classically interior designed with sleek luxury and a distinctly local flavour. Deluxe Rooms range from 32sqm, with premium Iconic Suites spanning to 123sqm. Onsite food and beverage venues include our signature restaurant, Ronnie's offering a casual Italian menu and Alluvial Restaurant, an all day dining option. Connect with the hotel today to help you experience the InterContinental Life.

Venue Details

ChainIHG
BrandInterContinental Hotels
Built1890
Renovated2008
Total meeting space10,764 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms253
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

AAA Tourism

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
2021 - World Travel Awards – Winner – Oceania’s Leading Business Hotel 2021 - HM Awards - Finalist - Sales & Marketing Associate 2021 - HM Awards - Finalist - Front Office Associate 2021 - HM Awards - Finalist - Engineering Colleague 2021 - HM Awards - Finalist - Finance Associate 2019 World Travel Awards – Winner – Oceania’s Leading Hotel 2019 Tourism Accommodation Australia (Vic) – Winner – Concierge of the Year, James Spielvogel 2019 Tourism Accommodation Australia (Vic) – Winner – Food and Beverage Services Employee of the Year, Annie Crowe 2019 Tourism Accommodation Australia (Vic) – Winner – Hotel Bar of the Year, Market Lane Bar

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
Recreational activities
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa or salon
  • Whirlpool

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Oct 01 - Dec 16
Shoulder season
Feb 11 - Apr 15
Low season
Jan 01 - Feb 10Apr 16 - Sep 30Dec 17 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
10,763.9 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,425.0 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
11
Second largest room
3,605.9 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
10,763.9 sq. ft.

Floor Plans

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
968.8 sq. ft.
58.1 x 20.8 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
60
-
60
60
-
60
60
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5,425.0 sq. ft.
131.2 x 41.3 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
454
-
260
350
454
188
-
206
-
3,605.9 sq. ft.
87.3 x 41.3 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
309
-
170
220
309
132
-
120
36
1,905.2 sq. ft.
46.3 x 41.3 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
164
30
100
120
164
84
30
64
36
1,689.9 sq. ft.
41.0 x 41.3 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
145
30
70
100
145
57
30
56
36
742.7 sq. ft.
31.8 x 23.6 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
80
24
50
80
78
36
24
32
30
742.7 sq. ft.
31.8 x 23.6 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
80
24
50
80
78
36
24
32
30
742.7 sq. ft.
31.8 x 23.6 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
80
24
50
80
78
36
24
32
30
742.7 sq. ft.
31.8 x 23.6 sq. ft.
9.4 ft.
80
24
50
80
78
36
24
32
30

Meeting room floor plans

Patrick McCaughan Boardroom
Trade Room
Wheat Room
Richard Speight Boardroom
Thomas Fallon Boardroom
William Pitt Boardroom

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
253
Single (1 bed)
228
Double (2 beds)
100
Suites
29

Location

Getting Here

The hotel is easily accessible from by public transport. Southern Cross Station is located a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Trams on routes 12, 109, 11 and 48 all pass the hotel along Collins Street, get off at the William Street stop which is a 3-minute walk to the hotel. The hotel is located within the free tram zone which means travel within the CBD on the tram is free. The hotel is approximately a 25-minute drive from the airport. Alight the bus from the designated SkyBus pick-up stops at terminals 1, 3 and 4. Disembark at Southern Cross Station, from there the hotel is a five-minute walk east along Collins street.
Distance from airport 15.53 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( A$80.00/day )

Local Attractions

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Park
30 mins
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Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Convention center
10 mins
Recognised as Australiasia's Leading Meetings and Conference Centre in 2014, 2013 and 2012 by the prestigious World Travel Awards, MCEC connects you with everything you need for a successful event. This includes amazing spaces, leading technology, creative food and wine and staff with the skills and experience to bring it all together.
1 Convention Centre Place
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DFO South Wharf Shopping
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Shopping
15 mins
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20 Convention Centre Place
Docklands
Melbourne, VIC_AUS, AU 3008
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Southbank and Crown Casino
Southbank and Crown Casino
Nightlife
10 mins
The life and soul of Southbank is the affluent, buzzing Southbank Promenade. This path stretches along the south side of the Yarra River from the popular Southgate shopping and dining complex to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The promenade is packed with cafes, shops and restaurants, with a sprinkling of upmarket hotels, major offices, public art and swish new apartments. The variety, and splendid city views, make it the perfect place for locals and visitors to drink, dine, stroll, and watch the occasional street performer.
Southbank Promenade
Melbourne, VIC_AUS, AU 3006
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Melbourne Aquarium
Melbourne Aquarium
Recreation
5 mins
SEA LIFE Melbourne takes you on an interactive ocean adventure filled with amazing discovery around every corner. A great option for a fun and quirky off-site event, imagine dinner surrounded by floor to ceiling aquariums.
Corner Flinders and King Street
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Vue de Monde
Vue de Monde
Nightlife
1 min
Vue de monde is testament to the belief that dining can be a wondrous, unforgettable experience, and pays homage to classical fine dining in a modern context. In addition to the restaurant, the sky high venue also includes the Lui Bar and the Vue Events spaces all perfect for an offsite event.
Rialto Towers
525 Collins Street
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Ms Collins
Ms Collins
Nightlife
5 mins
A club, a restaurant and bar available for private dining and parties. Create the ultimate off-site entertainment.
425 Collins Street
Melbourne, VIC_AUS, AU 3000
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Marvel Stadium
Marvel Stadium
Recreation
15 mins
Marvel Stadium is home to major sporting and entertainment events including AFL, A-league and Concerts. Join the fun and action. A multi-purpose venue designed to cater to major sporting, entertainment, corporate or casual events designed to celebrate in true Melbourne style.
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Docklands, VIC_AUS, AU 3008
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Sustainable Practices

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Does InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Digital Solutions, Sustainable Procurement, Repair and maintenance, recycling,

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, IHG Way of Clean, World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and local public health authorities
Does InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Additional deep cleaning of high touch surfaces, social distancing, ‘last cleaned’ charts, best practices for restaurants, pool and lounges.To reduce the number of high touchpoints,
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