College Lawn Hotel
$56
/ night
Avg. for October
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$56
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at College Lawn Hotel average $53 in April, the cheapest month, and $68 in March, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $66 |
| February | $66 |
| March | $68 |
| April | $53 |
| May | $54 |
| June | $53 |
| July | $53 |
| August | $59 |
| September | $59 |
| October | $56 |
| November | $60 |
| December | $63 |
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Dining
At College Lawn Hotel - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned guestrooms. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and portable fans, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.
Location
With a stay at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel in Melbourne (Prahran), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Chapel Street and Royal Botanic Gardens. This hostel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from St Kilda Beach and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Melbourne Cricket Ground.
What's nearby
High Street Armadale(0.2 miles)
Prahran Market(0.4 miles)
Chapel Street(0.4 miles)
Alfred Hospital(0.5 miles)
St Kilda Road(0.6 miles)
Fitzroy Street(0.7 miles)
Windsor Railway Station(0.7 miles)
Albert Park Lake(0.9 miles)
Royal Botanic Gardens(1.4 miles)
Acland Street(1.4 miles)
Palais Theatre(1.7 miles)
St Kilda Beach(1.7 miles)
Luna Park(1.8 miles)
Shrine of Remembrance(1.9 miles)
Melbourne Park(2 miles)
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)(14.5 miles)
Melbourne Airport (MEL)(18.9 miles)
Avalon Airport (AVV)(36.3 miles)
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
ATM / Cash Machine
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Location
36 Greville Street, Prahran East, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
High Street Armadale (0.2 miles)
Prahran Market (0.4 miles)
Chapel Street (0.4 miles)
Alfred Hospital (0.5 miles)
St Kilda Road (0.6 miles)
Fitzroy Street (0.7 miles)
Room options
13
Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
194 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingShared Bathroom
12
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
118 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingShared Bathroom
11
Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
75 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingShared Bathroom
Guest reviews of College Lawn Hotel
8
Good
Based on 92 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers describe College Lawn Hotel as budget-friendly, with a great Prahran location near trains and trams, friendly staff, and a lively pub downstairs, plus handy shared kitchen and laundry facilities for simple, no-fuss stays close to Melbourne’s city.
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What guests think
Travellers describe College Lawn Hotel as budget-friendly, with a great Prahran location near trains and trams, friendly staff, and a lively pub downstairs, plus handy shared kitchen and laundry facilities for simple, no-fuss stays close to Melbourne’s city.
Rooms are generally comfortable and sometimes spacious or nicely furnished, though several mention noise from the bar on busy nights and a few missing amenities like air conditioning or a TV. Cleanliness is mixed: bedrooms are often tidy, while shared bathrooms vary in upkeep, with occasional maintenance issues and reports of water not staying hot. There is no on-site parking, so guests rely on street parking. Expect a well-priced, social pub stay with basic comforts.
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Facilities
The on-site pub and restaurant are popular, and guests value the shared kitchen and laundry. There is no on-site parking; street parking is the norm.
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10
Ashley
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
8
ken
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
6
Nimet
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
8
Amber
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
8
Christopher
Mar 31, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
6
Yiying
Jul 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is convenient, close to train station and central, cheap price. There‘s no parking lot, you have to parking car beside the street and notice parking time. The water getting cold when we took a shower, it’s hard in winter.
The location is convenient, close to train station and central, cheap price. There‘s no parking lot, you have to parking car beside the street and notice parking time. The water getting cold when we took a shower, it’s hard in winter.
8
Nicola
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
6
Paul
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the historic old building. The little kitchen was very handy. Didn't like all the noise, and didn't like the faulty toilet door catch, ...and didn't like the huge lack of parking.
I liked the historic old building. The little kitchen was very handy. Didn't like all the noise, and didn't like the faulty toilet door catch, ...and didn't like the huge lack of parking.
8
JENNIFER
Dec 27, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
No mirror in room and no milk (powered or long life) for tea and coffee in room. Didn’t realise there was no TV in room. Once patrons left hotel it was very quiet. It was great as there was a shared kitchen with washer and dryer as well as iron and ironing board.
No mirror in room and no milk (powered or long life) for tea and coffee in room. Didn’t realise there was no TV in room. Once patrons left hotel it was very quiet. It was great as there was a shared kitchen with washer and dryer as well as iron and ironing board.
10
Marama
Aug 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tidy, comfortable and well presented room, great facilities and location. Although water was not hot enough in the shower.
Tidy, comfortable and well presented room, great facilities and location. Although water was not hot enough in the shower.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are often clean and tidy. Shared bathrooms are inconsistent, with occasional maintenance issues and reports of hot water not staying hot.
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Ashley
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
8
Susana
Dec 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was nice and tidy but so dirty under bed. Bathrooms/toilets were nice and clean. Staff friendly, welcoming and helpful. Would be nice to have air conditioning or a fan already in room.
Room was nice and tidy but so dirty under bed. Bathrooms/toilets were nice and clean. Staff friendly, welcoming and helpful. Would be nice to have air conditioning or a fan already in room.
8
Nicholas
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cheap nights stay. Room is very clean but depending on how the other guests are the bathroom can be pretty bad. Either they aren't cleaned enough or other guests don't have the courtesy to leave the communal spaces tidy.
Cheap nights stay. Room is very clean but depending on how the other guests are the bathroom can be pretty bad. Either they aren't cleaned enough or other guests don't have the courtesy to leave the communal spaces tidy.
8
Rachel
Mar 11, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Room clean and spacious. Great location and for the price great value. Communal bathroom could be cleaned up a little but for 1 night was no problem
Room clean and spacious. Great location and for the price great value. Communal bathroom could be cleaned up a little but for 1 night was no problem
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Nimet
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
10
Karolina
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
8
Amber
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
10
Christopher
Mar 10, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
I was surprised how nice the room was furnished seeing it was budget accommodation. I loved that a Kettle was available on the room. Location is great and good for a one night stay especially if you are going out in the evening in Melbourne. The only down side was the shared bathrooms could have been cleaner and there was a crack in the floor of the shower cubical l used. Overall a very good value and l will be returning.
I was surprised how nice the room was furnished seeing it was budget accommodation. I loved that a Kettle was available on the room. Location is great and good for a one night stay especially if you are going out in the evening in Melbourne. The only down side was the shared bathrooms could have been cleaner and there was a crack in the floor of the shower cubical l used. Overall a very good value and l will be returning.
8
Nicola
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
10
Marama
Aug 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tidy, comfortable and well presented room, great facilities and location. Although water was not hot enough in the shower.
Tidy, comfortable and well presented room, great facilities and location. Although water was not hot enough in the shower.
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Rooms
Generally comfortable budget rooms, sometimes spacious or nicely furnished. Noise from the pub can affect busy nights, and some rooms lack air conditioning or a TV, with minor wear noted.
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Ashley
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
8
Susana
Dec 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was nice and tidy but so dirty under bed. Bathrooms/toilets were nice and clean. Staff friendly, welcoming and helpful. Would be nice to have air conditioning or a fan already in room.
Room was nice and tidy but so dirty under bed. Bathrooms/toilets were nice and clean. Staff friendly, welcoming and helpful. Would be nice to have air conditioning or a fan already in room.
8
Rachel
Mar 11, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Room clean and spacious. Great location and for the price great value. Communal bathroom could be cleaned up a little but for 1 night was no problem
Room clean and spacious. Great location and for the price great value. Communal bathroom could be cleaned up a little but for 1 night was no problem
8
Salvador
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This hostel is a really well located, the neighborhood it’s really lovely and near to the public transport services. Just is important to consider that underneath the hostel is pleased a really nice local pub and, mainly in Friday and Saturday, can be a little bit noisy.
This hostel is a really well located, the neighborhood it’s really lovely and near to the public transport services. Just is important to consider that underneath the hostel is pleased a really nice local pub and, mainly in Friday and Saturday, can be a little bit noisy.
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Nimet
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
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Amber
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
8
Christopher
Mar 31, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
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Paul
Nov 6, 2024
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Well this was a little hidden gem that needs to be unhidden Immaculate and stylish bedroom Don’t think room above a pub
Well this was a little hidden gem that needs to be unhidden Immaculate and stylish bedroom Don’t think room above a pub
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JENNIFER
Dec 27, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
No mirror in room and no milk (powered or long life) for tea and coffee in room. Didn’t realise there was no TV in room. Once patrons left hotel it was very quiet. It was great as there was a shared kitchen with washer and dryer as well as iron and ironing board.
No mirror in room and no milk (powered or long life) for tea and coffee in room. Didn’t realise there was no TV in room. Once patrons left hotel it was very quiet. It was great as there was a shared kitchen with washer and dryer as well as iron and ironing board.
10
Marama
Aug 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tidy, comfortable and well presented room, great facilities and location. Although water was not hot enough in the shower.
Tidy, comfortable and well presented room, great facilities and location. Although water was not hot enough in the shower.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, and check-in is usually smooth. There is an isolated report of the property being closed at arrival and unreachable.
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Ashley
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
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Brenda Yulieth
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I couldn’t go into the hotel, It was closed when I arrive and I tried to contact the hotel an Berber replay to me, I had to payed for other hotel.
I couldn’t go into the hotel, It was closed when I arrive and I tried to contact the hotel an Berber replay to me, I had to payed for other hotel.
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Karolina
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
8
Jelle
Jan 4, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Great stay, friendly staff and good services!
Great stay, friendly staff and good services!
8
Amber
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
8
Michael
Oct 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great value, good staff and great location
Great value, good staff and great location
8
Luca Christian
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 14 nights
The staff was very friendly
The staff was very friendly
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Michael
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Old school pub with a difference all staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Thanks to all !
Old school pub with a difference all staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Thanks to all !
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Niki
Jul 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I liked that the people staying there or backpacking in the area were super nice, also the staff, I asked for an orange juice down at the pub under the hotel, (connected to the hotel) and when I realised I would t get much because of the small cup they said they could just make it a large to say thanks for staying, really would recommend, but the bed being two singles put together makes it hard to sleep in the middle and hog the bed,
I liked that the people staying there or backpacking in the area were super nice, also the staff, I asked for an orange juice down at the pub under the hotel, (connected to the hotel) and when I realised I would t get much because of the small cup they said they could just make it a large to say thanks for staying, really would recommend, but the bed being two singles put together makes it hard to sleep in the middle and hog the bed,
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Nicola
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
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Location
Excellent location near Prahran Station with easy access to trains and trams into Melbourne; the area has plenty of places to eat and drink. Many guests choose it for convenient city access.
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Ashley
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
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ken
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
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Kirsten
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
First time staying at a property with shared bathrooms and was fine for the price of stay. Convenient to trains and trams also.
First time staying at a property with shared bathrooms and was fine for the price of stay. Convenient to trains and trams also.
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Salvador
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This hostel is a really well located, the neighborhood it’s really lovely and near to the public transport services. Just is important to consider that underneath the hostel is pleased a really nice local pub and, mainly in Friday and Saturday, can be a little bit noisy.
This hostel is a really well located, the neighborhood it’s really lovely and near to the public transport services. Just is important to consider that underneath the hostel is pleased a really nice local pub and, mainly in Friday and Saturday, can be a little bit noisy.
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Nimet
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
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Karolina
Nov 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
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Amber
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
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Michael
Oct 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great value, good staff and great location
Great value, good staff and great location
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Emma
Dec 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay. Location to local train station into the city was only two mins down the road. Local area had nice places to eat and drink. Only negative for me was that there was no hair dryers available other than that was great for the price 👍
Great place to stay. Location to local train station into the city was only two mins down the road. Local area had nice places to eat and drink. Only negative for me was that there was no hair dryers available other than that was great for the price 👍
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Yiying
Jul 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is convenient, close to train station and central, cheap price. There‘s no parking lot, you have to parking car beside the street and notice parking time. The water getting cold when we took a shower, it’s hard in winter.
The location is convenient, close to train station and central, cheap price. There‘s no parking lot, you have to parking car beside the street and notice parking time. The water getting cold when we took a shower, it’s hard in winter.
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Dining
The downstairs pub serves enjoyable meals and creates a lively atmosphere; several guests liked the food.
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Ashley
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
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ken
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
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Amber
Feb 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
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Christopher
Mar 31, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
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Michael
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Old school pub with a difference all staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Thanks to all !
Old school pub with a difference all staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Thanks to all !
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David
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Simple ageless barrloom hospitality. Excellent Marinara.
Simple ageless barrloom hospitality. Excellent Marinara.
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Nicola
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
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Vibhu
Jun 8, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a brilliant location, this is not a typical hotel. It’s a bunch of room with shared clean bathrooms and a clean well equipped communal kitchen. Evenings will get really loud due to the pub below. Like really really lounge However the places has tonnes of character.
This is a brilliant location, this is not a typical hotel. It’s a bunch of room with shared clean bathrooms and a clean well equipped communal kitchen. Evenings will get really loud due to the pub below. Like really really lounge However the places has tonnes of character.
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Kerani
May 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient location near chapel st
Convenient location near chapel st
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Kim
Dec 30, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Staff great
Staff great
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Jesse
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was ok initially but found an old dominoes box and other junk under the bed when I was leaving. The rest of the place is filthy and often the bathroom as well.
Room was ok initially but found an old dominoes box and other junk under the bed when I was leaving. The rest of the place is filthy and often the bathroom as well.
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Peter
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Yes and yes, would stay there again
Yes and yes, would stay there again
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 14:00 to 21:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about College Lawn Hotel
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Melbourne (Prahran), within a 5-minute drive of Chapel Street and Royal Botanic Gardens. It is 2.3 miles (3.7 km) from St Kilda Beach and Melbourne Cricket Ground, with several other attractions nearby.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided in the information.
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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
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- 2026-10-11: 52.66370061779022USD
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- 2026-10-13: 54.234274153804776USD
- 2026-10-14: 48.092993307209014USD
- 2026-10-15: 55.34698832725525USD
- 2026-10-16: 80.33697251129149USD
- 2026-10-17: 101.92377879089355USD
- 2026-10-18: 58.913222741489406USD
- 2026-10-19: 55.21413918251037USD
- 2026-10-20: 61.91556639404296USD
- 2026-10-21: 71.67019009838104USD
- 2026-10-22: 80.5051198618698USD
- 2026-10-23: 103.92719347698211USD
- 2026-10-24: 92.44646271572113USD
- 2026-10-25: 55.26694543521881USD
- 2026-10-26: 55.21413918251037USD
- 2026-10-27: 67.35484124198913USD
- 2026-10-28: 75.80925309803008USD
- 2026-10-29: 71.80242372585296USD
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- 2026-11-01: 55.21413918251037USD
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- 2026-11-05: 57.237592375373836USD
- 2026-11-06: 74.35828226211548USD
- 2026-11-07: 107.84422571811675USD
- 2026-11-08: 64.25956303007125USD
- 2026-11-09: 55.37441304130554USD
- 2026-11-10: 59.74185859577179USD
- 2026-11-11: 72.30327526016235USD
- 2026-11-12: 64.405295293293USD
- 2026-11-13: 71.29155293815613USD
- 2026-11-14: 76.82098396888732USD
- 2026-11-15: 55.207124850254054USD
- 2026-11-16: 55.21413918251037USD
- 2026-11-17: 64.25956303007125USD
- 2026-11-18: 65.4415784642601USD
- 2026-11-19: 63.257855687026975USD
- 2026-11-20: 83.24890778995514USD
- 2026-11-21: 91.1053360664749USD
- 2026-11-22: 59.892117475605005USD
- 2026-11-23: 60.262748636856074USD
- 2026-11-24: 69.28813825206755USD
- 2026-11-25: 72.46354911895752USD
- 2026-11-26: 78.31352786727905USD
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- 2026-11-29: 69.07777667518616USD
- 2026-11-30: 66.1728258078003USD
- 2026-12-01: 69.95928289855956USD
- 2026-12-02: 95.89349622585296USD
- 2026-12-03: 74.8876869588089USD
- 2026-12-04: 82.0076317205429USD
- 2026-12-05: 84.00203591766356USD
- 2026-12-06: 63.257855687026975USD
- 2026-12-07: 59.78899268583297USD
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
ATM / Cash Machine
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Services
ATM / Cash Machine
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
General
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Internet
Free Wi-Fi