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The Great Southern Hotel

3.5 of 5
44 Spencer St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia (Formerly Hotel Enterprize)
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The Great Southern Hotel
Ranked #154 of 195 hotels in Melbourne
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    2.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3 of 5 stars
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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15 reviews 15 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

After reading reviews for this hotel I was expecting the worst and wondering what I had let myself in for. Was pleasantly surprised. Stayed in a superior deluxe room. While it was dated, there was a flat screen TV and everything worked, bed was very comfortable. Room was spacious and clean and serviced daily - the decor meant it could... More

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Sydney, Australia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I've been to some pretty noisy hotels in my time, but this one really tops the scales! Roadworks right under my 3rd floor window, and although the sign at reception says "from 10 - 3pm" it's currently pre 7am and I can hardly hear myself think! I think I've found the only road maintenance crew in Australia where the workers... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Stay 1) I originally stayed here in 2011 when it was Hotel Enterprize. I was told I was 'upgraded' to the business section. I'd hate to think what the other section was. Small, older room,old school TV with the twist button to tune it, nothing was plugged in so I don't think it had been used for a while. In... More

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Devonport, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The Great Southern Hotel is situated in a great location for visitors. Opposite Southern Cross Railway Station, depot for Skybus from airport & within very easy walking distance to CBD. If you don't wish to walk trams are nearby. We found the staff very friendly & helpful (needed a Doctor Saturday morning & had a 9AM appointment thanks to the... More

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Adelaide
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

As previous people have mentioned GREAT location and the staff are friendly BUT wow I have never stayed in such a horrible room. The carpet was so dirty I didn't even want to walk on it with my socks on. The furniture is like it is from the side of a road when someone is dumping it and las but... More

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Barwon Heads, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I'll try not to complain too much about the one thing that upset me, but it will be difficult. Here goes. Firstly, this place is in a terrific location. Right opposite Southern Cross train station and Etihad Stadium. The price was phenomenal. $65 for a room with a double bed, bathroom, TV, fridge, tea and coffee making etc. Absolutely wonderful... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

If your on a budget and planing that weekend in Melbourne to see the Mighty Bombers or a gig at Ethihad Stadiam, The Great Southern is the place to go. Basic rooms, double or two single beds, tv,cuboard, coffee jug,shower, bar fridge. The rooms have a 70's look, feel and smell, but at 100$ on a Sat Night and so... More

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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Good location, clean linen and comfortable bed. Ample room space. Carpet at corners need proper vacuuming. Many of the courtyard rooms are without windows. Luggage storage is AUD2 per bag per day or part thereof. It wasn't cold so forgot to ask where they hide the heater. Overall: satisfied.

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Palmerston North
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

A once grand hotel - on the way down. Its very central & only 5 mins from Skybus terminal. I stayed in rooms 120 & 309, & have similar comments for both. Superficialy clean, but with dirt, rust & mould evident with little effort! Badly stained bed cover in room 120 - something to make most women recoil! Poor quality... More

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Victoria Australia
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Budget conscious couple? but don't like staying at backpackers? This is for you! There is nothing pretentious at this hotel. It doesn't have room service, or a restaurant (apart from breakfast). There is no mini bar. But it does have - convenient location, air-con, en-suite with bath, tea and coffee making in room with fridge, toiletries, iron and hairdryer, big... More

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Additional Information about The Great Southern Hotel

Also Known As:
Enterprize Hotel Melbourne
Address: 44 Spencer St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia (Formerly Hotel Enterprize)
Region: Australia > Victoria > Melbourne
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #154 of 195 hotels in Melbourne
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Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Four-story Motel in center, adjacent to train station. ... more   less 
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