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Live · refreshed weeklyUpdated September 21, 2026
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels — 616 prompts across 56 destinations, refreshed every Monday.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% week to week.
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of September 21, 2026. Tracked for 21 weeks.
This week
5
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
8
best week
Mentioning AIs
2/6
this week
Total links
112
all time
Location
25 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Sofitel Melbourne on Collins at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Melbourne for business travelers”Melbourne, US5 of 6 AIs21 weeks57 quotes
“best hotels in Melbourne for business travelers”
Melbourne, US5 of 6 AIs21 weeks57 quotes
Gemini · 09-21
“Combines luxury 5-star service with an exclusive club lounge and extensive corporate meeting infrastructure right in the heart of the financial hub.”
Copilot · 09-21
“Premium hotel with modern meeting spaces, fine dining, and a central location ideal for business travelers.”
Copilot · 09-14
“Premium hotel in the financial district offering modern meeting rooms and high-speed connectivity for professionals.”
Google AI Mode · 09-14
“Ideally positioned on the prestigious Collins Street, it offers high-end executive amenities, extensive meeting spaces, and refined service tailored for corporate guests.”
ChatGPT · 09-07
“Its prestigious Collins Street location, executive-oriented amenities, and refined atmosphere make it an excellent choice for business travel.”
Copilot · 09-07
“Premium hotel offering elegant meeting spaces and fine dining for business travelers.”
“best hotels in Melbourne”Melbourne, US5 of 6 AIs15 weeks19 quotes
“best hotels in Melbourne”
Melbourne, US5 of 6 AIs15 weeks19 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-21
“A centrally located five-star hotel combining French-inspired luxury, city views, refined dining, and convenient access to Melbourne attractions.”
Copilot · 09-14
“Premium hotel offering modern brasserie dining, event spaces, and panoramic city views.”
Gemini · 09-07
“A premier 5-star destination featuring upscale bars, a modern brasserie, and exceptional hospitality on Collins Street.”
Copilot · 08-31
“Premium hotel with panoramic city views, modern brasserie, and elegant event spaces.”
ChatGPT · 08-17
“An excellent first-visit choice thanks to its central Paris-end Collins Street location near shopping, restaurants, theatres, and attractions.”
ChatGPT · 08-10
“A strong CBD choice with an excellent Collins Street location, sophisticated French-inspired design, and impressive elevated city views.”
“luxury hotels in Melbourne”Melbourne, US5 of 6 AIs19 weeks29 quotes
“luxury hotels in Melbourne”
Melbourne, US5 of 6 AIs19 weeks29 quotes
ChatGPT · 09-14
“A centrally located five-star hotel combining French-inspired luxury with elevated city views and easy access to Melbourne attractions.”
ChatGPT · 09-07
“A five-star hotel in the heart of Collins Street that combines French-inspired luxury with convenient access to shopping, dining and theatres.”
Google AI Mode · 09-07
“Located at the prestigious Paris End of Collins Street, it blends French sophistication with magnificent sky-high views.”
ChatGPT · 08-24
“This hotel matches the request with its upscale French-inspired style, premium city location, skyline views, and luxury business amenities.”
ChatGPT · 08-17
“A polished five-star hotel at the Paris end of Collins Street offering French-inspired luxury, city views, and a highly central location.”
Gemini · 08-17
“Delivers sophisticated French-inspired elegance with sweeping panoramic skyline views from the heart of Collins Street.”
“hotels near Federation Square, Melbourne”Melbourne, US3 of 6 AIs11 weeks13 quotes
“hotels near Federation Square, Melbourne”
Melbourne, US3 of 6 AIs11 weeks13 quotes
Copilot · 09-21
“Premium high-rise hotel with panoramic city views and refined dining close to Federation Square.”
ChatGPT · 09-21
“This luxury hotel is centrally located on Collins Street with Federation Square and the city's cultural attractions within walking distance.”
ChatGPT · 09-14
“It offers a luxury 5-star stay on Collins Street with high-floor city views and convenient access to central Melbourne.”
ChatGPT · 09-07
“A luxury five-star hotel at the Paris end of Collins Street, offering refined accommodation within easy walking distance of Federation Square.”
ChatGPT · 08-24
“This five-star hotel offers a luxury stay in central Melbourne with easy access to Federation Square and the theatre district.”
ChatGPT · 08-17
“A high-end hotel at the Paris end of Collins Street, offering panoramic views and a premium experience within walking distance of Federation Square.”
“best hotels in Melbourne for couples”Melbourne, US3 of 6 AIs9 weeks11 quotes
“best hotels in Melbourne for couples”
Melbourne, US3 of 6 AIs9 weeks11 quotes
Copilot · 09-14
“Stylish rooms with skyline views and romantic dining options.”
Copilot · 08-24
“High-rise luxury with panoramic city views and refined dining, great for couples.”
ChatGPT · 07-06
“Elegant high-rise hotel known for panoramic city views and sophisticated accommodations.”
Gemini · 06-29
“Located at the prestigious Paris end of Collins Street, it features French-inspired sophistication and panoramic views alongside curated romantic getaway offers.”
ChatGPT · 06-29
“French-inspired luxury with sweeping skyline views and refined service.”
ChatGPT · 06-22
“Features spectacular skyline views and sophisticated rooms perfect for a romantic city escape.”
“best hotels in Melbourne for solo travelers”Melbourne, US2 of 6 AIs8 weeks9 quotes
“best hotels in Melbourne for solo travelers”
Melbourne, US2 of 6 AIs8 weeks9 quotes
Copilot · 09-21
“Luxury hotel with panoramic city views and easy access to Melbourne’s cultural spots.”
Copilot · 09-14
“Luxury hotel offering panoramic views and fine dining, great for solo travelers wanting indulgence.”
Copilot · 08-24
“Elegant high-rise hotel with panoramic views and fine dining, suited for solo travelers seeking sophistication.”
Copilot · 08-10
“Elegant hotel with panoramic views and refined dining, perfect for solo travelers seeking sophistication.”
ChatGPT · 08-10
“A polished luxury hotel with exceptional CBD positioning, skyline views, and particularly welcoming service for guests traveling alone.”
ChatGPT · 07-27
“A five-star hotel offering attentive service and panoramic city views in a prime CBD location.”
“family friendly hotels in Melbourne”Melbourne, US1 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Melbourne”
Melbourne, US1 of 6 AIs3 weeks3 quotes
Perplexity · 08-03
“Luxurious, family-friendly property in the heart of the city with on-site dining and easy access to attractions.”
Perplexity · 07-27
“Premium family-friendly hotel with French-inspired service and amenities in the city center.”
Perplexity · 07-13
“Upscale family-friendly hotel with on-site dining, spa, and close proximity to major attractions.”
“hotels in Melbourne with rooftop pool”Melbourne, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels in Melbourne with rooftop pool”
Melbourne, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Google AI Mode · 06-29
“Luxury hotel with an indoor pool offering stunning views from high above Collins Street.”
“best hotels in Fitzroy, Melbourne”Melbourne, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in Fitzroy, Melbourne”
Melbourne, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
ChatGPT · 05-11
“A refined luxury hotel with excellent city views and quick tram access to Fitzroy.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Weekly mentions per AI assistant
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 5 |
| September 14, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | 4 | 1 | 7 |
| September 7, 2026 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | 5 |
| August 31, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 |
| August 24, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 6 |
| August 17, 2026 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| August 10, 2026 | 4 | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | 8 |
| August 3, 2026 | 3 | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | 6 |
| July 27, 2026 | 4 | — | 2 | — | 1 | — | 7 |
| July 20, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 5 |
| July 13, 2026 | 4 | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | 7 |
| July 6, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| June 29, 2026 | 4 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 7 |
| June 22, 2026 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| June 15, 2026 | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 7 |
| June 8, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| June 1, 2026 | 5 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 7 |
| May 25, 2026 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| May 18, 2026 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| May 11, 2026 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| May 4, 2026 | 3 | — | — | 3 | 1 | — | 7 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (112 links)
Direct 96%Other 4%
Week-by-week
September 21, 20265 links / 5 mentions
September 14, 20267 links / 7 mentions
September 7, 20265 links / 5 mentions
August 31, 20262 links / 2 mentions
August 24, 20266 links / 6 mentions
August 17, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 10, 20268 links / 8 mentions
August 3, 20266 links / 6 mentions
July 27, 20267 links / 7 mentions
July 20, 20265 links / 5 mentions
July 13, 20267 links / 7 mentions
July 6, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 29, 20267 links / 7 mentions
June 22, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 15, 20267 links / 7 mentions
June 8, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 1, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 25, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 18, 20264 links / 4 mentions
May 11, 20263 links / 3 mentions
May 4, 20267 links / 7 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other