Richmond Central Apartment Hotel
Approx. 1.5 km from the MCG
The closest of the lot, with easy access to Richmond dining, transport and the ground.
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AFL Grand Final
AFL Grand Final Weekend
Stay Close to the Action from Sept 25–27
The biggest day in footy deserves the best seat in the house. Stay close to the MCG with seven self-contained Central Apartment Group hotels across Melbourne.
Melbourne CBD Central Apartment Hotel
Approx. 2 km from the MCG
Stay in the heart of Melbourne, close to the CBD, Southbank and game-day transport.
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Metropole Central Apartment Hotel, Fitzroy
Approx. 2.5 km from the MCG
Brunswick Street location with bars, restaurants and a lively pre-game atmosphere nearby.
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Melbourne Carlton Central Apartment Hotel
Approx. 3 km from the MCG
Close to Lygon Street, the CBD and easy game-day tram connections.
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South Yarra Central Apartment Hotel
Approx. 3 km from the MCG
Chapel Street location with one and two-bedroom options for groups and families.
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Melbourne Kew Central Apartment Hotel
Approx. 4 km from the MCG
A quieter base in leafy Kew, with easy access back toward the city and stadium.
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St Kilda Central Apartment Hotel
Approx. 6 km from the MCG
Cosmopolitan St Kilda location for footy by day and bayside by night.
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AFL Grand Final Accommodation Melbourne: Stay Central for the Big Weekend
The countdown is on. If you're heading to the 2026 AFL Grand Final, sorting your AFL Grand Final accommodation Melbourne early is the smartest play you'll make all season — rooms across the city book out faster than a Norm Smith Medallist off the mark.
Hotels Near the MCG That Won't Break the Budget
When it comes to hotels near MCG, location is everything. Our Richmond accommodation Melbourne at Richmond Central Apartment Hotel puts you within walking distance of the ground — no trams, no traffic, no stress. Roll out of bed, grab a coffee on Swan Street, and stroll to the game with the crowd. It's the kind of MCG accommodation footy fans dream about.
More Space Than a Hotel Room
Travelling with mates or the whole family? An apartment hotel Melbourne stay gives you room to spread out, with fully equipped kitchens, separate bedrooms and all the comforts of home. Our Melbourne CBD apartments put you in the heart of the action — minutes from Federation Square, Southbank and the free City Circle tram to the ground.
Make a Weekend of It
Grand Final weekend Melbourne is about more than the game. The Grand Final Parade, live sites across the city, and Melbourne's legendary food and bar scene turn one match into a full long weekend. Book a two-night stay and soak it all up.
Grab a Deal Before the Siren
The best Grand Final accommodation Melbourne deals go to those who book direct and book early. Skip the third-party booking sites — book directly with Central Apartment Group for our best available rates and support from a real hotel team.
Ready to lock in your Grand Final base? Check availability at Richmond Central, Melbourne CBD Central and our other Melbourne apartment hotels today — before the final siren sounds on rooms.