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Melbourne

Laneway bars and grand old hotels. 2 places, chosen and checked for 2026.

1Palace hotels

1Legendary bars

Melbourne's bars are hidden in laneways and grand old buildings; Caretaker's Cottage is in the top 50 of The 50 Best Bars 2026. The Hotel Windsor has stood opposite Parliament since 1883.

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Palace hotels in Melbourne

Grand hotel in Spring Street · CBD

The Hotel Windsor

Melbourne's grand hotel opposite Parliament House since 1883, known for its afternoon tea.

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The cocktail hour

Legendary bars in Melbourne

Cocktail bar in Melbourne CBD

Caretaker's Cottage

A tiny bar in a former caretaker's cottage. Ranked No. 45 in The 50 Best Bars 2026.

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