Crown Towers Melbourne
The largest casino in the Southern Hemisphere, on the Yarra River with famous fire shows every night.
Overview
Crown Melbourne opened on the Southbank of the Yarra River in 1997 and is the largest casino complex in Australia. Crown Towers is its luxury hotel, with the Crown Metropol and Crown Promenade hotels completing the complex.
The casino is licensed for 540 gaming tables and 2,500 machines, and the riverfront Gas Brigades fire towers light up the night. Crown is also one of the best dining destinations in Melbourne.
Crown Resorts, owned by Blackstone.
Highlights
- Gas Brigades riverside fire shows in the evening
- Largest casino complex in the Southern Hemisphere
- Crown Spa
- Riverfront dining precinct
- Walking distance to the city centre
Rooms and indicative prices
| Room type | What to expect | Typical nightly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | Contemporary rooms with city or river views | USD 190 to 450 |
| Premier Room | Larger room on higher floors | USD 220 to 500 |
| Villa | Exclusive villas with butler service | From around USD 1,500 |
Indicative ranges researched in October 2026 from public listings. Rates vary by date, season and availability, and taxes or resort fees may apply. We do not sell rooms.
The casino
Crown Melbourne is licensed for 540 tables, including 100 poker tables, and 2,500 electronic gaming machines across roughly 220,000 square feet. Minimum age is 18 and photo ID may be requested. Victoria has strict responsible gambling rules for machines.
- Games: 540 tables including poker, and 2,500 gaming machines
- Minimum age: 18+ in this jurisdiction
- Dress code: Smart casual
Restaurants
Dry aged beef, founded by Neil Perry.
Riverside outpost of the global brand.
French bistro by Guillaume Brahimi.
Teppanyaki and sushi overlooking a lake.
Neapolitan pizza by Johnny Di Francesco.
Good to know
- Fire shows depend on weather and season
- Book Rockpool well ahead on weekends
- Photo ID may be requested at the casino
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