Taking a page from its sister property atop Hong Kongโs ICC, when The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne opens its gilded doors in early 2023, itโll do so high above the ruckus of the cityโs most famous thoroughfare.
Guests will alight the premises, spread out across 17 floors of the multi-tower development at 650 Lonsdale Street, in ultra-high-speed lifts โ arriving at a โsky lobbyโ boasting unencumbered views of Marvel Stadium, the Yarra River, and various other citywide landmarks.
Itโs a dramatic follow-up from Marriott Internationalโs historic Bostonian hotel brand, which made its debut on Antipodean shores only quite recently with the waterfront bastion that is The Ritz-Carlton, Perth.
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In contrast, the brandโs Melbournian debut looks set to capitalise, as part of the billion-dollar West Side Place development, on its proximity to everything the city has to offer: including excellent connectivity to Southern Cross Station, Southbank, and the Melbourne Convention Centre.
In classic Ritz-Carlton fashion, the property shall include its own branch of the titular Ritz-Carlton Club: renowned across the globe for attentive service and multiple daily F&B presentations. Available as an add-on for in-house guests, the club is set across the 79th floor, just below the lobby where all visitors make their entrance.
Specifics about the hotelโs other attractions remain minimal, though it is confirmed that The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne will be getting an infinity pool, wellness facilities, and an exhaustive spa space (equipped with 6 treatment rooms).
On the culinary front, gastronauts can expect two signature dining experiences, including a restaurant and โintimate library-styleโ bar. Images suggest that the emphasis will be on finely-executed contemporary fareโฆ hardly a bad thing, given Victoriaโs bounty of seasonal, local produce.
Check out a selection of the hotelโs latest imagery above/below.
