St Kilda Travel Guide

Melbourne

St Kilda which includes a coastal town, a city and a high-rise building
St. Kilda showing outdoor art
St Kilda featuring a bay or harbour
Luna Park featuring rides and signage as well as a large group of people
St Kilda

Just behind Melbourne’s iconic St. Kilda Beach, this historic suburb is famous for its art scene, live music venues, mouth-watering cakes and the wild rides of Luna Park.

Long established as one of Melbourne’s creative hubs, St. Kilda is the city’s beachfront cultural hub, where the suburb’s bohemian roots mingle with new urban developments. Check out St. Kilda’s palm-lined beach and learn to kitesurf in the bay. Spend the day wandering along one of St. Kilda’s bustling main streets and experience stylish cafés, excellent restaurants, art galleries and boutique fashion stores.

A good way to start your day in St. Kilda is with a walk along the Esplanade. Stroll along the waterfront and take in views of the bay, dotted with ships coming and going from Docklands. Join the joggers, cyclists and skaters on the Bayside Cycling Trail, take a refreshing dip in the ocean or relax in the heated and filtered seawater at St. Kilda Sea Baths.

Explore Acland Street or Fitzroy Street to find a wide selection of casual cafés, upscale restaurants, fish and chip shops, gelatarias and cake shops. These streets are also filled with fashionable clothing shops, intriguing independent bookstores and a range of atmospheric bars. Stroll down Carlisle Street to experience the area’s European influence. Pick up a tasty bagel from one of the bakeries and learn about Melbourne’s Jewish heritage at the Jewish Museum of Australia.

No trip to St. Kilda is complete without a visit to Luna Park. Take in unbeatable views of the city and the bay from atop a rollercoaster or Ferris wheel or try your luck on the fun-filled carnival games for all ages.

As the sun sets, relax with a cold drink at the Esplanade Hotel, simply known as the Espy, a Melbourne mainstay in the rock ’n' roll scene. You might be able to see the colony of little penguins coming in to roost in their rookery by the St. Kilda Pier breakwater.

St. Kilda is easily reachable via the central city tram that runs through the Bourke Street Mall in the CBD. Visit St. Kilda in February to experience the wonderful St. Kilda Festival, a 9-day carnival of local music, arts and culture. Melbourne’s Pride March, which celebrates local gay and lesbian communities, also occurs in St. Kilda in February.


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Top hotels in St Kilda

Crest on Barkly

Crest on Barkly

4 out of 5
47 Barkly St, St Kilda, VIC
The price is Rp1.165.766 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.165.766
Rp1.282.343 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Nothing special. A reasonably priced room. Service was great. Would I go back again?? I think I might try another Hotel.. cleanliness was ??"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Crest on Barkly
The Prince

The Prince

4.5 out of 5
2 Acland Street, St Kilda, VIC
The price is Rp1.362.945 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.362.945
Rp1.499.260 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (929 reviews)
"Location is fantastic. I stayed there 5 nights and the restaurant and all the hotel staff were very friendly and on the ball."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

The Prince
Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments

Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
6 Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC
The price is Rp1.047.385 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.047.385
Rp1.152.123 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"She stayed at the Cosmopolitan as it was near the Palais Theatre. The room was nice and clean and the bed comfortable. The room was quiet even though it faved the main road. Extremely convenient to great bars and restaurants. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Cosmopolitan Hotel and Apartments
Saint Kilda Beach Hotel (formerly Rydges St Kilda)

Saint Kilda Beach Hotel (formerly Rydges St Kilda)

4 out of 5
35-37 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda, VIC
The price is Rp1.189.072 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.189.072
Rp1.307.979 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very helpful. Good location for exploring St Kilda and and easy acces to the Tram for Melbourne CBD. The room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. Overall a very enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Saint Kilda Beach Hotel (formerly Rydges St Kilda)
Quest St Kilda Bayside

Quest St Kilda Bayside

4 out of 5
1 Eildon Road, St Kilda, VIC
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.369.811 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.369.811
Rp1.506.792 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (739 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Quest St Kilda Bayside
Tolarno Hotel

Tolarno Hotel

4 out of 5
42 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda, VIC
The price is Rp837.107 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp837.107
Rp920.817 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a computer station and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Being surrounded by artwork. High ceilings in old building. Easy parking. Tram. Friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Tolarno Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around St Kilda

Jam Factory showing heritage elements

South Yarra

Jam Factory and Prahran Market are top sights in South Yarra, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at South Yarra Station or Hawksburn Station to see more sights in the area.

South Yarra
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South Melbourne

Travellers enjoy South Melbourne for its spas and zoo. Consider checking out South Melbourne Market while you're in the area.

South Melbourne
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Southbank

Are you interested in stunning river views, first-class casinos and popular shops? A visit to Southbank might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Crown Casino and Melbourne Skydeck.

Southbank
Richmond which includes a park and a playground

Richmond

Travellers choose Richmond for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Richmond Station or Burnley Station and check out top sights like Bridge Road.

Richmond
Southbank which includes city views, a high-rise building and a city

Yarra Riverfront

The stunning river views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Yarra Riverfront. Make a stop by Crown Casino or Collins Street while you're exploring the area.

Yarra Riverfront
Fitzroy Gardens featuring heritage architecture, a house and a garden

East Melbourne

Known for its abundant dining options and colourful gardens, there's plenty to explore in East Melbourne. Top attractions like Melbourne Cricket Ground and Collins Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Jolimont Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

East Melbourne

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