At The Lyall, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Melbourne Cricket Ground and Crown Casino. The Champagne bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Bistro Lyall, 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
Hotel size
51 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
On-site valet parking (AUD 60 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–noon
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
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
Dressing gowns 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
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Bistro Lyall – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant 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 Champagne 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 35 for adults and AUD 35 for children
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
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, Bistro Lyall 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.
The Lyall Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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
22 Oct 2024
Nena
Nena, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sept 2024
Everything was perfect!
Jo
Jo, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sept 2024
Emirhan
Emirhan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Micheal
Micheal, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Hevin
Hevin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
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
Teisha, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Susan
Susan, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
Excellent property, friendly and exceedingly helpful staff
David
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 June 2024
Verified traveller
3-night business trip
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6/10 Good
21 May 2024
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
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
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
Tram, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2024
The best hotel bed i have slept in, great size room and well appointed
dale
dale, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Mar 2020
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
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Mar 2020
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2020
Very nice staff and great location. Rooms are comfortable and well kept
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Feb 2020
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2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2020
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2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2020
Wonderful staff in great location. Breakfasts were very good.
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3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Jan 2020
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
23 Jan 2020
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Jan 2020
Location in South Yarra is perfect. Staff were very nice.