Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers

Southbank, Australia

7.1AI score

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Is Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers good? Overview, pros and cons

Verdict: 7.1/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: location; kitchen; gym. Main complaint: beds.

Staylist AI overview ยท based on 6 public guest reviews

โ€œMelbourne's shadow playโ€

On the Southbank with the tram at the door, Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers is a loved strongly-recommended stay for many: good-size accommodation, a great spot walking distance to the features, a great gym and breakfast, an in-room washer-dryer plus a breakfast-and-simple-dinner kitchen and a wine-wise bar star named in thanks. Dissents though: very uncomfortable pillows and bed judged disappointing for the rate and a shower swinging between extremes before reaching warm.

Rooms
Equipped amid the bed dissent on most stays.
Service
Wine wise staff praised here on most stays.
Location
Southbank for guests on stays on most stays.
Food
A great breakfast for guests on most stays.
Facilities
Gym kitchen laundry for guests on most stays.
Value
Mixed amid the dissent noted on most stays.
Cleanliness
Fine for guests on most stays.
  • Location
  • Kitchen
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Private parking
  • Beds
  • Shower

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How it compares

Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers ranks #8 of 12 hotels Staylist lists in Southbank and #5 of 5 5-star hotels there. At about $301 a night it is 36% above the median for 5-star hotels in Southbank ($221). The closest listed alternative is Crown Metropol Melbourne, 400 m away (score 7.6).

About the hotel

Address
308/320 City Rd, Southbank, Victoria, 3000, Australia
Hotel class
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 5-star
Opened
2018
Renovated
2019
Check-in / out
From 14:00 ยท by 10:00
Distance to centre
0.6 km
Getting there
Airport: Essendon Airport (21.8 km) ยท Train Station: Southern Cross Station (1.13 km) ยท Metro: Southern Cross (1.13 km)
Children
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.

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Amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Gym
  • Private parking
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Taxi booking service
  • Conference room
  • Multi-function room
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Luggage storage
  • Rooftop pool
  • Heated pool
  • Valet parking
  • Fax/copying service
  • Safe at front desk
  • Wake-up call
  • Lobby bar
  • Room service
  • No smoking in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Dry cleaning
  • Clothes dryer
  • Children's meals available

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Does Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers have a pool?
Yes: outdoor swimming pool, rooftop pool, heated pool.
Is there parking at Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers?
Yes: private parking, valet parking.
What wellness facilities does Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers have?
Sauna, Gym.
How far is Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers from the airport?
The nearest airport is Essendon Airport, about 21.8 km away.
How far is Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers from the centre of Southbank?
About 0.6 km.
Is Shadow Play Melbourne by Peppers suitable for children?
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.

$301 / night

Hotel information updated 2 October 2026. How Staylist scores hotels. Report a problem with this page.

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