Collingwood

Melbourne

Collingwood showing outdoor art and shopping
Melbourne showing outdoor art
Collingwood featuring a bar, interior views and dining out
Collingwood showing night scenes as well as a large group of people
Collingwood as well as an individual male

Discover the next wave of artists, musicians, DJs and designers at this energetic inner-northeastern suburb, dotted with restaurants, cafés and classic corner pubs.

Collingwood is a hub of cutting-edge galleries, popular cafés, enticing restaurants and nightlife hotspots in Melbourne’s inner northeast. A formerly gritty and somewhat downtrodden neighbourhood, Collingwood rapidly transformed into a multicultural creative quarter for local artists, musicians and tastemakers. Wander down Smith Street, Collingwood’s main artery, and take in the contemporary culture that spills out of the suburb’s historic mid-19th century architecture.

Be sure to grab a coffee from one of the cafés along Smith Street or one of its side streets and go for a stroll along the strip. Check out the busy street’s hidden treasures and explore contemporary art galleries, independent bookstores and fashion boutiques that showcase clothing and accessories by local designers. Pick up rare and unique items of clothing and retro furniture at the vintage stores that line the street. There is a strip of factory outlet stores selling outdoors equipment, sports clothing and household appliances on Smith Street’s northern end.

Local bakeries, including delicious Vietnamese sandwich shops and Italian pasticcerias, serve freshly baked goods and sweets. Experience Collingwood’s excellent food scene and pick from a string of elegant Japanese restaurants, pub bistros, fashionable diners and cosy cafés.

Collingwood has a reputation for being one of Melbourne’s most exciting nightlife areas. Discover Collingwood’s rock ’n' roll scene at the historic corner pubs dotted along Johnston Street, or dance the night away in the gay nightclubbing district around Gertrude Street. Enjoy a quiet cocktail in one of the bars that look over Smith Street from the second floor of terrace buildings or simply enjoy the night air with a delicious cone of locally made gelato.

Reach Collingwood via tram from the city centre or catch a train to Collingwood Station, which is located a 15-minute walk east of Smith Street. Just to the east of Collingwood in neighbouring Abbotsford, you’ll find the Abbotsford Convent, a leafy estate filled with cafés, galleries and boutique stores, as well as the Collingwood Children’s Farm on the banks of the Yarra River. Catch a local match of Australian Rules football or cricket at Victoria Park, also located in Abbotsford.


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Top hotels in Collingwood

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

4.5 out of 5
131-135 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is HK$799 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$799
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,949 reviews)
Melbourne
"Conveniently located near amenities. Food and transportation are plenty and within reach."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Citadines on Bourke Melbourne
The Langham, Melbourne

The Langham, Melbourne

5 out of 5
One Southgate Avenue, Southbank, VIC
The price is HK$1,248 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
HK$1,248
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,170 reviews)
"Great hotel. Great staff"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

The Langham, Melbourne
The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
215 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is HK$601 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
HK$601
per night
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,168 reviews)
"Very convenient location, close to trams, taxis available outside. Close to Bourke Street Mall. Indoor pool and Gym. Some rooms are quite small. Nice to have staff to check you in and out if you’re a senior! Not sure about the self service check in and check out . Nicer to have staff welcoming ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne

3.5 out of 5
44 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is HK$442 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$442
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,235 reviews)
Room with a view.
"This hotel is in a convenient location, walking distance to trains and trams and airport bus. Shops and restaurants are within walking distance"

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

Great Southern Hotel Melbourne
Meriton Suites Melbourne

Meriton Suites Melbourne

5 out of 5
140 King St, Melbourne, VIC
The price is HK$813 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
HK$813
per night
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (695 reviews)
"Great location close to Southern Cross Station. Lovely self contained apartment with quality amenities"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Meriton Suites Melbourne
Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

4 out of 5
300 Spencer Street, Melbourne, VIC
The price is HK$615 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
HK$615
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,016 reviews)
"great location, easy access to dining and train. room is clean. will stay again."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne
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