Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for AUD 40 per day, which includes in/out privileges. Parking height restrictions apply.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and bathrooms. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the hotel in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Prahran, within a 15-minute walk of Jam Factory and Alfred Hospital. It is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Melbourne Cricket Ground and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Melbourne Arts Centre.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of AUD 70.0 per night. Availability is subject to request and confirmation.

The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series Hotel

Average nightly price at The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$146
February	US$117
March	US$134
April	US$100
May	US$101
June	US$101
July	US$124
August	US$99
September	US$73
October	US$120
November	US$139
December	US$152

What guests think

At The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series, reviewers highlight a lively Prahran location with easy transport links, art-filled rooms with bold decor that are often spacious with kitchenettes, and generally friendly, helpful service.

Comfort feedback is mixed: many find the beds very comfortable, while others mention soft pillows or older mattresses, plus privacy issues from glass-walled bathrooms and street or tram noise in some rooms. Cleanliness ranges from spotless stays to reports of dust, dirty balconies, stained furnishings, and occasional pests, with some areas showing wear. On-site dining is limited or unavailable at times (no restaurant, bar, breakfast, or room service), but abundant cafes and Prahran Market are nearby. Overall, expect a stylish, self-contained base in a vibrant neighborhood with some compromises.

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Facilities

On-site dining and room service are often unavailable due to closures or renovations. Rooms include kitchenettes and there are self-serve laundries; parking is limited and paid, and the gym has reports of broken or unclean equipment.

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Christina

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Its not what it used to be thats for sure! Now owned by a big chain is very obvious… A hotel with no restaurant = room service at all and a limited minibar should probably loose some stars. But I have mentioned this before but you dont seem to update your info much?! Still went since its a good location for a worktrip but will rethink next time due to a lot of restaurant closures in the area.

6

John

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Disappointing theres no cafe attached anymore. Also is very noisy on a Sat night

4

Les

5 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I had stayed at the Cullen about 4 years ago and found the general condition of the property and facilities had deteriorated a lot since then. In particular the gym had broken and missing equipment and was clearly not cleaned daily. The general cleanliness of the rooms was sub standard. Staff were helpful and friendly and the beds very comfortable.

4

Adam

10 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hidden parking charges. The room had a non functional cubical for a bathroom. Repairs to the safe and shower were not carried out whilst I was there. There is no food at the property. There is no luggage rack or any place to put a suitcase.

6

Rohan

23 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bar/coffee shop & casual restaurant were all closed but there was no advice of this. A hotel where you cant have breakfast or a coffee?? It effectively meant no room service.

6

Matthew

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has a lot of potential however a few things let the place down. Our room showed signs of wear and tear. It would have been nice to know that there was no room service or onsite restaurant prior to our booking, as we have a child we had to leave the hotel everytime for meals.

8

Cathrona

19 Feb 2025

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Good location. Arty decor. Disappointing no restaurant, bar or breakfast but lots of choice nearby to eat.

10

Geoffrey

27 Dec 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Spacious room, nice patio off my Jr. Penthouse Suite. Great to have self-serve laundry facilities on site. Right across the street from Prahran Market which is amazing. Super Asian restaurant attached to hotel was perfect for Christmas Day. Easy access to tram and bus system. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Wall paper peeling in the elevator lobby on my floor was a small sign of distress

8

Sally

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the reward of a bottle of wine to have no housekeeping. Like going green. Place was lovely and clean and good facilities in the room. What I missed was room service- none at this time as no restaurant. One on the main reasons I booked!

10

Michel

4 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great! Clean and quiet. Great staff. However no options for breakfast and only one for dining on site. The staff directed me to some local options which were nice.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is inconsistent: some guests found rooms spotless, while others reported dust, dirty balconies, stains, and occasional pests. A few common areas also showed wear.

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10

Palash

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spotless with a comfy bed. Close to food. What else do you need?

10

Stephanie

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice , very clean , very friendly staff

6

paul

6 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was really looking forward to staying in the Junior Penthouse at The Cullen 😎 My first impression of the room was that it seemed at lot smaller than the photos suggested (it was approximately 4 x 4 metres square. Very nicely decorated, nice clean bathroom, a big Internet TV & a very comfy King bed with spotless white linen & a selection of different types of pillows. The kitchen area had all the amenities you could possibly need .✅ However when I opened the wall length folding glass doors I was immediately let down by the state of the courtyard space 😱 It looked like it hadn’t been cleaned for months……& I felt quite uncomfortable being out there with cobwebs & dust everywhere. So my message to management is…. This is unacceptable, please …. clean the WHOLE “ Penthouse apartment “ ….before your guests arrive !

4

James

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The lights were falling out of their fittings, and the unit was not clean. The balcony was filthy and littered with cigarette butts. The doona insert was placed between two sheets instead of in a cover, and the pillows were so uncomfortable that I struggled to sleep and honestly the worst night’s rest I’ve ever had in a hotel. I regretted every minute of my stay.

6

Leah

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I stay here between 2 to 4 times a year when I come for work trips, and it has been getting progressively worse. This time around there were even more disgusting stains on the chairs, curtains and carpet (they have always been there, but now it's getting worse); lacking supply of the essentials - hand wash, moisturising cream, tea bags. Not once have they cleaned my room during my stay. Walls are paper thin - I could hear one neigbour coughing and the other neighbours talking. I will not be returning, have had enough now. Fabulous location and comfy beds, but it's not enough anymore.

10

Samantha

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and clean rooms. Would stay again.

10

Geoffrey

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front entrance, o/night urine and remains of vomit in the tiled entrance from the street. Reported to reception on leaving the Cullen

8

Roslyn

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A nice stay at The Cullen. The staff were very helpful and polite. The rooms could do with a little update and a deep clean. There was a pile of (what looked like) plaster dust in the bathroom. Great location amongst the bustle of South Yarra. Would visit again.

6

John Leslie

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was nit that clean

2

Pankaj

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Stayed at The Cullen Melbourne – Art Series and on my third night found cockroaches in my room one on the bed, another on the wall (I have videos). Staff acted like nothing happened, and even room service wasn’t aware. They moved me to Room 217, but with trains outside and no soundproofing, it was impossible to sleep. For a 5-star hotel, this is unacceptable. Offering only a one-night refund for such unhygienic, and poorly maintained conditions shows they do not meet true 5-star standards.

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Rooms

Artsy rooms are often spacious with kitchenettes and many guests find the beds comfortable. Comfort can vary (soft pillows or aging mattresses), glass-walled bathrooms reduce privacy, and some rooms experience street or tram noise; a few note dated TVs/connectivity issues.

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10

Kerry

13 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Bed so comfortable! Enjoyed the vibe of this hotel and room was surprisingly quiet despite being in a hectic location next to Prahran market.

10

Briana

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel in central location. Everything feels like it’s at your doorstep. Bathroom is frosted class so if you’re shy with sound or shadows with your friends or partners, this might be a consideration.

10

Katherine

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was quite modern and artsy - we liked the art flavour, but one thing we did not like was the misted glass that was the only thing around the bathroom which made for very low privacy when in the bathroom for a shower or to use the toilet. We loved our balcony and enjoyed some drinks there in the evening and then we made our own breakfast and sat out there in the morning. The staff were very helpful to provide us with extra glassware and items that we needed for our drinks and breakfast. The bed was very comfortable but there was quite a bit of street noise during the night.

6

Danae

2 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We paid well over the going rate for two nights in this hotel and were disappointed that it had no amenities... but what sticks in our minds was that the twin room has a glass bathroom, offering zero privacy. Will not be booking this hotel again.

8

Fahad

28 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is great within proximity to markets, tram and AF gym! TV is old and did not connect with phone even with instructions it only connects for 1 minute then requires wifi to be reset. My room was near laundry room and it got very noisy in the mornings.

10

Michelle

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very comfortable bed, soft lighting options and quiet. The shower was wonderful and roomy and the room had everything I needed. Think black curtains to keep the sun out and easy to manage the temperature of the room. Overall a very peaceful stay and a deep sleep. Great location - across the road from Prahan Market and near Chapel st.

10

Pania

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was fabulous, with gorgeous artwork, modern furnishings and everything needed for a lovely stay

10

Asitha

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great room. Loved having a kitchenette.

10

Julie

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

First time staying in a property outside of Melbourne CBD, good location opposite Prahan market. Large room with kitchenette, unfortunately we were in a balcony room on the first floor which was still a little noisy. Comfortable bed.

6

Shiva

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My friend and I had a girls' weekend in Melbourne and decided to stay at The Cullen because of its location. It did not disappoint. Where it disappointed is in the quality of the bed and pillows. The bed was creaky and springy; and the feather pillows lacked any form of support. Basically, the basics of any hotel stay got missed in this beautifully decorated room. We did ask for firmer pillows on our second night but even the staff at the front desk was apologetic for the firmness of it. And the bed in Room 115 should probably just be donated to charity. I'd love to be able to highly recommend this hotel but it's difficult to when you can't get a good night's sleep.

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Service

Staff are generally friendly, helpful, and responsive. However, some guests faced booking or bed-configuration issues, unclear housekeeping policies, or poor handling of problems.

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10

Carl

14 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Reception staff very helpful assisting with my room bookings. On duty at 1115pm on 13th Feb 2026 and also at 0820 on 14th Feb

10

Peter

1 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great friendly and swift services, every time I called for assistance, they responded within 5 minutes.

10

Dominic

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff are always very welcoming.

10

Sharon

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff members went out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay!

10

Annie

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a great find! Central location, pleasant staff with an easy check in, and a very comfortable room. Would recommend.

4

Tayla

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had issues at check in, had booked a multiple bed studio room. Arrived to room to only one bed. Paid for a room with multiple beds which was more expensive than a single bed room. If I wanted a single bed room I would’ve booked one. Hotel blamed this website Hotels.com. We had less then an hour to get ready for a hens night after all the back and forth between the hotel and the website went back and forth over getting another bed into the room as the hotel didn’t believe they could fit one. In the end was quite annoyed, I booked a multiple bed room I would’ve liked to have attended my room and everything be there and ready instead of the back and forth over asking for what I originally booked.

6

Amanda

20 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Two people (cleaners) entered my room at 8 in the morning with their own card. Then a supervision with her own card entered my room at 9. Very off putting experience

2

Pankaj

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Stayed at The Cullen Melbourne – Art Series and on my third night found cockroaches in my room one on the bed, another on the wall (I have videos). Staff acted like nothing happened, and even room service wasn’t aware. They moved me to Room 217, but with trains outside and no soundproofing, it was impossible to sleep. For a 5-star hotel, this is unacceptable. Offering only a one-night refund for such unhygienic, and poorly maintained conditions shows they do not meet true 5-star standards.

2

Dan

14 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Despite then telling you about the facilities, restaurant, area etc when you check in, they NEVER mention that you have to request your room to be serviced. Until it’s too late and the staff have left. It’s not good enough that it’s on the paper they give you. If they can tell you everything else, they should tell you this.

10

Joanne

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent friendly service

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Location

Convenient for Prahran Market, Chapel Street, and public transport (tram and train). Some find it farther from the CBD and certain rooms can be affected by street activity.

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Kerry

13 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Bed so comfortable! Enjoyed the vibe of this hotel and room was surprisingly quiet despite being in a hectic location next to Prahran market.

10

Carmel

15 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Interesting hotel and good location to the Prahran precinct.

10

Douglas

15 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very nice hotel with friendly staff. The room was good size and appointed well. The restaurant onsite is closed but we found good choices nearby (highly recommend Angus & Bon). The location seems a bit far from downtown, but you can catch the train nearby and it's a quick and inexpensive ride back and forth. We liked the hotel, but if we returned we would probably stay closer to downtown.

10

Mandy

4 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A really comfortable and nicely designed room. The hotel is in a great location, within walking distance of the Prahran Market and Greville Street, as well as a stroll down to Toorak Road. Definitely will stay here again.

10

Sue

13 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Right in the heart of everything you need.

10

Michelle

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very comfortable bed, soft lighting options and quiet. The shower was wonderful and roomy and the room had everything I needed. Think black curtains to keep the sun out and easy to manage the temperature of the room. Overall a very peaceful stay and a deep sleep. Great location - across the road from Prahan Market and near Chapel st.

10

Pam

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to both train & tram options. Across road from Prahan market. Lots of cafe's in area, next to grassed area and playground. Would absolutely stay again.

10

Asitha

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great room. Loved having a kitchenette.

10

Steve

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the quirky art filled spaces, the room was a very good size, with a small sofa so somewhere to sit other than bed or desk chair. With the amazing Prahran markets over the road, as well a selection of restaurants and the wonderful Oltre cafe with wonderful coffee and ambience. Will be back. 10/10

10

Lauren

9 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

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Dining

On-site breakfast, bar, and restaurant were often unavailable, and room service was not offered. Guests relied on Prahran Market and nearby eateries.

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David

21 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great Location opposite Prahan Market, Fantastically helpful and friendly staff. Only slight drawback is there is no bar in the premises.

10

Peter

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

There were no food options at the hotel but there were lots of restaurants within walking distance.

6

John

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Disappointing theres no cafe attached anymore. Also is very noisy on a Sat night

6

Rohan

23 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bar/coffee shop & casual restaurant were all closed but there was no advice of this. A hotel where you cant have breakfast or a coffee?? It effectively meant no room service.

6

Matthew

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has a lot of potential however a few things let the place down. Our room showed signs of wear and tear. It would have been nice to know that there was no room service or onsite restaurant prior to our booking, as we have a child we had to leave the hotel everytime for meals.

10

Douglas

15 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A very nice hotel with friendly staff. The room was good size and appointed well. The restaurant onsite is closed but we found good choices nearby (highly recommend Angus & Bon). The location seems a bit far from downtown, but you can catch the train nearby and it's a quick and inexpensive ride back and forth. We liked the hotel, but if we returned we would probably stay closer to downtown.

8

Cathrona

19 Feb 2025

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Good location. Arty decor. Disappointing no restaurant, bar or breakfast but lots of choice nearby to eat.

8

Cassandra

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was happily suprized that the bath had spa jets! The room had fabulous art that I thouroughly enjoyed. I was a little disappointed that dining was being renovated but very excited to try room service the next time I stay!

8

Sally

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the reward of a bottle of wine to have no housekeeping. Like going green. Place was lovely and clean and good facilities in the room. What I missed was room service- none at this time as no restaurant. One on the main reasons I booked!

10

Michel

4 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great! Clean and quiet. Great staff. However no options for breakfast and only one for dining on site. The staff directed me to some local options which were nice.

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