Here are highly recommended family‑friendly hotels in Melbourne, with why they work well for families (location, family rooms/suites, pools, kitchen/laundry, kids perks). I’ve included official/major sources so you can check details and policies for your dates.

• Novotel Melbourne on Collins — Dedicated family suites (king + separate twin room), kids’ corner and kids-eat/stay policies (two children up to ~15–16 stay & breakfast free when sharing a room), central CBD location near trams and attractions. (novotelmelbourne.com.au)

• Crown (Crown Metropol / Crown precinct hotels) — Resort-style option in Southbank with on‑site family entertainment (bowling, mini‑golf, arcade), indoor pool and suites; great if you want lots of on‑site activities and easy access to Southbank attractions. (crownmelbourne.com.au)

• Adina Apartment Hotel Melbourne (Southbank/Flinders area) — Serviced apartments with full kitchens, laundry and 1–3 bedroom layouts (great for longer stays or kids needing separate beds); indoor pool and family amenities. (adinahotels.com)

• Oaks (Oaks Melbourne on Market / Oaks on Lonsdale) — Apartment‑style rooms and 1–2 bedroom suites with kitchen facilities, pools and family policies (children often stay free in existing bedding); good value and space for families. (oakshotels.com)

• Quest (e.g., Quest on Bourke / Quest Southbank) — Serviced apartment chain with 1–3 bedroom apartments, full kitchens and laundry — ideal for family comfort, self‑catering and longer stays. (questapartments.com.au)

• The Langham, Melbourne (Southbank) — Luxury family offers (kids’ packages/glamping options), indoor heated pool and interconnecting‑room/second‑room discounts — good for families wanting upscale comforts and kid-focused extras. (langhamhotels.com)

• Grand Hyatt Melbourne — Central CBD location with heated indoor pool, rollaway/cot options and family‑friendly room configurations; convenient for aquarium, museums and city sights. (australian.com)

• Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne on Spencer — Fun family touches