Leave the suitcase behind – Hijinx Hotel has officially opened in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. QV Melbourne is now home to b the city’s most exhilarating “playcation” destination, merging immersive challenge rooms, zany games and over-the-top cocktails, all underpinned by the nostalgic chaos of Archie Brothers’ circus-themed arcade.
The hotel-themed experience invites guests to play, not stay. Replace cozy beds with ball pits, bold colours, and head-scratching puzzles. Groups of two to six swipe into five rooms at a time (four minutes per room), working their way through ten quirky, multi-sensory challenges.
New to the QV venue are exclusive games: an immersive art heist challenge and a mega light‑up floor grid that reacts to every step or dance move you make.
Michael Schreiber, CEO of Funlab, says the venue is already exceeding expectations:
“People are ready to escape the everyday and dive into something unforgettable. What excites us most is how this venue is set to bring everyone together… from couples and friends to full corporate teams.”
Hijinx Hotel and Archie Brothers share 1,600 sqm of play space, including arcade zones, VR setups, and karaoke rooms.
Guests can enjoy theatrical drinks like the Bubble and Pop cocktail, featuring coconut and Pampero white rum topped with a burstable bubble vapour display or sip the Mystic Peach in a unicorn bowl. Add pizzas, tacos and bites, and you’ve got a full-blown fun factory perfect for birthdays, work events or spontaneous nights out.
Whether you’re craving nostalgia or immersive chaos, Melbourne’s new go-to for play is here. Just remember: leave the toothbrush at home.
Bookings are open at:
hijinxhotel.com.au/locations/qv-melbourne or
archiebrothers.com.au/locations/qv-melbourne
