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Where to Stay in St Kilda, Melbourne

Melbourne’s beach suburb: the pier, Luna Park, Acland Street cake shops and sunset on the bay, about 25–30 minutes from the CBD by tram.

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Is St Kilda a good place to stay?

Yes, if you want a beach holiday with the city a tram ride away. St Kilda has the beach, pier, Luna Park, the Palais Theatre and Acland and Fitzroy streets for food and nightlife. Trams 96, 16 and 3 reach the CBD in about 25–30 minutes. Our pick is The Sky Gallery duplex penthouse at 333 St Kilda Road — three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a terrace with hot tub and free parking, about 13 minutes’ walk from St Kilda Beach.

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What St Kilda is like

St Kilda is Melbourne’s best-known beach suburb, with a palm-lined Esplanade, the pier and breakwater, Luna Park (open since 1912) and a strong live-music and bar scene on Fitzroy Street. Acland Street is famous for its European cake shops. It is busy on summer weekends and quieter midweek.

Things to do

  • St Kilda Beach and pier — sunset walks; little penguins can sometimes be seen at the breakwater at dusk
  • Luna Park and the Palais Theatre
  • Acland Street cafés and cake shops
  • St Kilda Esplanade Market on Sundays
  • Albert Park Lake — the Grand Prix circuit, a short walk north

Getting to the CBD

Route 96 runs from St Kilda to Bourke Street in the CBD; routes 16 and 3 run via St Kilda Road. Allow 25–30 minutes. A taxi to the CBD takes 15–20 minutes outside peak.

Guest questions

Frequently asked questions

Is St Kilda far from Melbourne CBD?

About 6 km. Trams 96, 16 and 3 reach the city in about 25–30 minutes.

Is St Kilda good for the Grand Prix?

Yes. Albert Park Lake, home of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix (1–4 April 2027), is on St Kilda’s northern edge, so many visitors walk to the circuit.

Reviewed 31 October 2026 by the Melbourne Penthouse Apartments editorial team · How we review stays