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West Melbourne, Melbourne — Area Guide & Where to Stay
West Melbourne is an inner suburb of Melbourne, in the state of Victoria, set west of the centre beside North Melbourne.
About West Melbourne
Where to stay in West Melbourne
Each area has its own feel; here's who each one suits.
West Melbourne suits travellers who want the centre without the crowds. Its streets sit between North Melbourne and the city, with a scattering of hotels and apartments rather than a hotel strip, and The Southern Star and the O'Brien Icehouse only a short way off. Quiet holds after dark.
If you want easy reach of central Melbourne, a room here keeps the centre and North Melbourne within a short walk.
About West Melbourne
What are the main landmarks in West Melbourne?
West Melbourne's landmarks sit close to its borders. North Melbourne adjoins it to one side, sharing the same inner-city streets. The draws lie just beyond.
The Southern Star turns as an observation wheel a short way off, while the O'Brien Icehouse keeps a rink for skaters near the edge of the suburb.
What is the history of West Melbourne?
West Melbourne grew up as an inner-city fringe of Melbourne, west of the centre and beside North Melbourne. The two suburbs grew together. Older streets gave way to homes and workplaces over the years, while leisure venues later rose close by.
The Southern Star and the O'Brien Icehouse came to stand a short way off, drawing visitors to the edge of the district.
Where is West Melbourne?
West Melbourne lies on the western edge of central Melbourne, bordering North Melbourne, with The Southern Star a short way off.
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Updated July 2026