StayAreasWhere to stay for the Australian Grand Prix 2027
In 141 days: starts Fri 2 Apr 2027.
The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix on the Albert Park street circuit, a sprint weekend in 2027. The race is on Sunday.
St Kilda is the closest area we cover, about 25 minutes' walk from Albert Park.
- Dates
- 2–4 Apr 2027
- Venue
- Albert Park Circuit
- Nearest stations
- Trams along St Kilda Road and Fitzroy Street, with extra race-day trams from Flinders Street
Where to stay for a race day at Albert Park Circuit
Nearest first. Walking times are estimates from the middle of each area.
| Area | Distance | Mid-range |
|---|---|---|
| St KildaBeach, pier & penguins | About 25 minutes' walk | $150 |
| South YarraChapel Street, shopping & the Botanic Gardens | 2.5 km away | $170 |
| SouthbankRiver views, arts precinct & big hotels | 3.0 km away | $200 |
| Melbourne CBDLaneways, cafés & free trams | 4.0 km away | $170 |
| RichmondThe MCG, Swan Street and Victoria Street, minutes from the CBD | 4.1 km away | $130 |
| DocklandsWaterfront towers next to Marvel Stadium and Southern Cross | 4.4 km away | $145 |
| CarltonItalian cafés, museum & gardens | 5.5 km away | $145 |
| Fitzroy & CollingwoodVintage shops, bars & street art | 5.7 km away | $160 |
Typical mid-range double outside peak events, updated Oct 2026; on big event nights hotels near Albert Park cost more.
Getting away afterwards
Tram queues back to the CBD are long after the race; St Kilda and South Yarra are walkable.
Before you book
- St Kilda, South Yarra and Southbank are walkable to the gates.
Hotels near Albert Park Circuit
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Albert Park Circuit and the areas on the map
Staying near Albert Park Circuit: questions
When is the Australian Grand Prix 2027?
2–4 Apr 2027, at Albert Park. In 141 days: starts Fri 2 Apr 2027. Dates from formula1.com.
Where should I stay for the Australian Grand Prix 2027?
St Kilda is the closest area we cover, about 25 minutes' walk from Albert Park.
How do I get away after a race day at Albert Park?
Tram queues back to the CBD are long after the race; St Kilda and South Yarra are walkable.
How much do hotels near Albert Park cost?
In St Kilda, typical doubles are about $90 budget, $150 mid-range and $275 luxury on a normal night. On big event nights nearby hotels sell out and prices rise, so book early.
What is the nearest station to Albert Park?
Trams along St Kilda Road and Fitzroy Street, with extra race-day trams from Flinders Street.