1 Hotel Melbourne Opens with Sustainable Luxury Along Yarra River

1 Hotel Melbourne, the luxury lifestyle brand's first property in Australia, officially opened along the Yarra River in Melbourne's North Wharf precinct, marking a significant expansion for the brand in the Asia-Pacific region. Developed in partnership with Melbourne-based Riverlee, the hotel integrates sustainability and biophilic design, restoring Goods Shed No. 5—Melbourne's last heritage goods shed—preserving over 2,000 original elements from the site’s maritime history. The property offers 277 guest rooms and 36 suites featuring reclaimed materials, alongside 114 branded residences with exclusive services like private dining and wellness treatments. The hotel emphasizes wellness and community through amenities including a spa, fitness center, and a year-round calendar of mindfulness and cultural events, as well as a variety of locally sourced dining options led by Australian chef Mike McEnearney. Event spaces like the Seafarers Event Space accommodate up to 900 guests and adhere to the hotel’s Certified Sustainable Gatherings framework, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to sustainability. Leadership from 1 Hotels highlights that the Melbourne property exemplifies the brand’s values of nature, culture, innovation, and authentic luxury experiences focused on purpose and impact.