Art, architecture and travel in Australia

Stokehouse — Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is on the rise thanks to these seven must-visit hotels

Best known for its wide array of restaurants, vibrant street art and its ridiculously good coffee, Melbourne might be Australia’s creative capital, but for reasons unknown, its hotel scene remained curiously unmatched. Recently though, a slate of local hoteliers have picked up the pace, peppering the hospitality landscape with a much-needed dose of contemporary cool. From an all-you-can buy urban apartment to an art-laden winery hotel, take a look at the seven properties that are putting the city on the map.