Mercure Melbourne Doncaster - Luxury hotel - Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Heading to the MCG for the AFL Finals, Boxing Day Test, or a blockbuster international match? Avoid the city chaos and stay just 20 minutes away at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster — your perfectly placed base for game day excitement and post-match relaxation.

Catch the Biggest Games of the Year

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is Australia’s largest and most iconic stadium, home to:

AFL Grand Finals: Experience the heart-pounding energy of Australia’s biggest sporting event.

Boxing Day Test Match: Watch the world’s best cricketers take the field in this legendary summer tradition.

International Cricket & Big Bash League: Enjoy day/night matches under lights with world-class entertainment.

Finals, Derbies & Rivalries: From Collingwood vs Carlton to Melbourne vs Richmond, the MCG is where footy history is written.

Why Stay at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster?

Easy 20-Minute Drive to the MCG: Get to and from the game without battling inner-city crowds or inflated CBD prices.

Escape the City Traffic: When city hotels are sold out or overcrowded during major matches, our quiet, elevated location offers a peaceful alternative.

Modern Comfort, Game-Day Ready: After cheering from the stands, come back to unwind in a spacious room, catch replays on the big screen, or enjoy a drink at The Bar.

Free Parking & EV Charging: A game-changer for drivers — no city parking nightmares.

Make Game Day Stress-Free

Whether you’re a die-hard footy fan, cricket enthusiast, or visiting Melbourne for your first MCG experience, Mercure Melbourne Doncaster offers the ideal mix of access and escape. Stay close enough to feel the buzz, but far enough to relax when the final siren sounds.

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