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If you're looking for a family-friendly staycation but staying in the CBD feels a little too hectic, Mamma has you covered.
Vibe Hotel Docklands has launched its "Discover Vibe With Your Tribe" package, perfect for families wanting a local getaway without the hustle and bustle of Melbourne’s city centre.
Families can choose from either a Family Room or Premier View Family Room, both featuring two double beds and accommodating up to four guests. The package also includes complimentary parking just a short walk away from the hotel. Upon arrival, little ones are welcomed with complimentary gifts to keep them entertained while the grown-ups settle in.
Then it's time to head out and explore, because Vibe Hotel is perfectly positioned to experience everything Docklands has to offer.
Located directly opposite The District Docklands, you'll be within walking distance of family favourites including O'Brien Icehouse (with a two-for-one voucher included in your package), Archie Brothers, ArtVo, Dreamskape, HOYTS and Slimelab, just to name a few. The District also regularly hosts free family-friendly activations like giant Connect Four, table tennis and even pop-up soccer clinics. Add in plenty of shops and dining options, and there's something for everyone.
Feel like venturing into the city? There's a tram stop right outside the hotel, so you can easily hop on and explore Melbourne's CBD before returning to the quieter surrounds of Docklands.
When it's time to eat, you don't even have to leave the hotel. Storehouse, located on the ground floor just off the lobby, serves up some of the area's most delicious modern Asian cuisine. And the cocktails? They're delicious... and they're strong.
The kids are well looked after too, with a generous children's menu that doubles as a colouring sheet. Expect crowd favourites like chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers, margherita pizza and cheesy pasta, all served with ice cream and a mocktail of their choice (which made Mamma's two feel so special!). Even better? Kids eat free when dining with a paying adult.
But Mamma knows the first thing kids ask when staying at a hotel is, “Is there a pool?” and at Vibe Docklands, the answer is a resounding YES. Their outdoor, fully heated pool also features a spa, sheltered cabanas, a separate dining zone, gym and sweeping views of the Yarra River and city skyline.
After a day of adventures and a restful night's sleep, wake up to complimentary breakfast for the whole family (two adults and two kids), which maaayy even include a special surprise for the little ones.
Whether you're planning a school holiday adventure or simply need a mid-term family pick-me-up, this is one staycation worth adding to your list.
the details
443 Docklands Drive, Docklands
Wurundjeri Country
heated pool - spa - gym - access to public transport - kids eat free - buffet breakfast - free parking
The “Discover Vibe With Your Tribe” package includes:
- Free parking
- Two for one ice skating at O’Brien’s Icehouse
- Children’s welcome gifts
- Breakfast for two adults and two kids (including a special children’s surprise)
- A free children’s meal with every main meal ordered at Storehouse
Valid for stays between 11/07/2026 - 31/12/2026
Prices start from $249 per night on weekdays and from $269 per night on weekends (minimum 2 night stay).
Mamma’s special mention:
Since the hotel is located conveniently in the free tram zone, check out Mamma’s list of the best family experiences in and around Melbourne’s CBD.
We were invited to stay at Vibe Hotel Docklands. Our opinions of our stay are all genuine and based on ‘Mamma’s’ personal opinion and unique experience.
