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The Lyall

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Royal Botanic Gardens

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Deluxe Suite
Front of property
Reception
Classic Room, Balcony
Reception
In the heart of Melbourne, The Lyall offers a tranquil retreat with a garden and al fresco dining at Bistro Lyall. Warm up by the fireplace in the lobby or enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast and connect to high-speed WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$369
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

Room options

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Classic Room, Balcony

Classic Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Maple Suite

Maple Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2024
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Domain Suite

Domain Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
16 Murphy Street, South Yarra, VIC, 3141

What's nearby

  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 15 min walk
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 3 min drive
  • Albert Park Lake - 3 min drive
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne Arts Centre - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 26 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 31 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 49 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 6 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 11 min drive
  • Spotswood Station - 19 min drive
  • South Yarra Station - 3 min walk
  • Prahran Station - 17 min walk
  • Hawksburn Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosi Bar Ristorante - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nora Thai Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Republic Economica - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ned's Bake - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lyall

At The Lyall, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena. The Champagne bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The Lyall Bistro, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a terrace and a garden. Public transportation is close by: South Yarra Station is only 3 minutes on foot.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Greek, Turkish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site valet parking (AUD 60 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Deep-pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

The Lyall Bistro – Overlooking the garden, this bistro specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
The Lyall Bar – Overlooking the garden, this Champagne bar specialises in local and international cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 45 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs AUD 60 per night

Policies

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, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Lyall
Lyall Hotel
Lyall Hotel South Yarra
Lyall South Yarra
The Lyall Hotel
The Lyall Hotel Spa
The Lyall South Yarra
The Lyall Hotel South Yarra

Frequently asked questions

Does The Lyall offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Lyall does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Lyall?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Lyall?

Yes. Valet parking costs AUD 60 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lyall?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at The Lyall?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Lyall and nearby?

The Lyall has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Lyall?

Yes, The Lyall Bistro offers al fresco dining, local and international cuisine and garden views.

Does The Lyall have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around The Lyall like?

The Lyall is a short 3-minute walk from South Yarra Station and 17 minutes' walk from St Kilda Road.

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The Lyall Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property, friendly and exceedingly helpful staff
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very enjoyable
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect!
Jo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Experience Melbourne neighbourhood. Staff excellent. John helped us organize a day trip to the peninsula which was delightful. Great experience overall.
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Its like a home from home. lovely and new.
michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous hotel, the bedding was so comfortable, the rooms beautifully styled and loved the area it was located also. The staff were all very friendly and professional. Will definitely be returning.
Teisha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our executive suite was spacious, luxurious and an absolute delight to enjoy. We loved the bathtub, the bed and the balcony. We felt like Parisians being able to walk everywhere - from exercising around the Botanical Gardens to fine dining down Toorak Road and splurging on Chapel St. We loved our stay at the Lyall. It was the best wedding anniversary we experienced- and we’ve had 17 so far!
Cecylia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel bed i have slept in, great size room and well appointed
dale, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A fabulous place to base oneself in Melbourne. The rooms are well appointed and quiet. I understand dining options will increase shortly. It is a shame the bar closes so early (8pm), which means hotel residents can't enjoy a post dinner drink before going to bed. The proximity to the Tan is great, and the leafy streets around the hotel are lovely. Sadly, Toorak Road and Chapel Street have changed a bit, but other areas are within easy taxi distance, or a lovely walk. We would stay again. Thank you Lyall Team.
Tina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and staff
We had an amazing stay at the Lyall, it started with the early checkin as our flight landed early and the room was ready and waiting. Ester at reception was the most friendly and accommodating and made us feel so welcome and as we stayed here to celebrate my birthday she went above and beyond to make it so memorable , from the beautiful room to a surprise birthday cake. It was our first time at the Lyall, it is a beautiful, elegant and luxurious hotel with impeccable service - thank you for making our stay so memorable, we will be back for sure!
Tram, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

You have a serious problem in that the door into the building every time its opened lets the cold south Westerlies blow on the first 3 or4 and more nearest tables. and the fireplace warms the staff but not the customers who sit at the northern end of the sitting room Sadly the bedroom design has lost the ability to sit comfortably even with a guest for two to read and or use a a desk .The light from the verandah is now wasted. One bath maybe used once a fortnight is just a waste of space. Bed extremely comfortable single lights everwhere look nice but are fairly useless
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Carolin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ahmed, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nena, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Emirhan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Micheal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hevin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Michelle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfy beds. Great location in South Melbourne. Convenient access to metro line and walking distance to St Kilda and Pranhan. Free laundry was awesome. Bathroom could use a little reno. Internet access a bit slow
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff and great location. Rooms are comfortable and well kept
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2-night trip