Hotel
The Hotel Windsor
Heritage-listed grand hotel on Spring Street, completed in 1884 opposite Parliament House, with 180 rooms and suites and a well-known afternoon tea.
Ovolo South Yarra
Rock 'n' roll themed boutique hotel on Toorak Road in South Yarra, with 123 rooms, 1970s-inspired design, two bars and a complimentary evening drink.
At a glance
- Type
- Boutique design hotel
- Area
- South Yarra, Melbourne, Australia
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- ovolohotels.com
Good to know
- Apero Hour drink
- Self-service laundry
- Bars
- Dog-friendly package
Why we recommend it
Ovolo South Yarra is a 123-room boutique hotel at 234 Toorak Road, in South Yarra rather than the city centre. Its tagline is where luxury meets rock 'n' roll, and the design follows through with a 1970s-inspired look of velvet, chrome and disco touches. It is the Ovolo group's only Melbourne hotel, so it is the place to stay for anyone who likes the brand's playful style.
The rooms include four signature suites. The most striking is the Rock Star Suite, which features original art by Mr Brainwash. Standard rooms come with filtered water, fast Wi-Fi and flexible check-in and check-out, and guests have use of self-service laundry facilities and an external gym. Apero Hour includes a complimentary drink for guests, and the flexible check-in and check-out policy helps on days with an early arrival or a late flight.
There are two bars on site. Bar Yarra and the WonderBar in the lobby both suit a drink before heading out for dinner. Dog owners can book the V.I.Pooch package, which makes the hotel one of the few in this guide set up for travelling with a dog, alongside QT Melbourne.
The location gives you a different side of Melbourne from the city grid. The hotel is close to Chapel Street and to Prahran Market, where Market Lane Coffee has a cafe and stall. The Royal Botanic Gardens are also nearby, which makes the hotel a good base for anyone who wants morning walks around the lake and lawns. Tram and train stations are a short walk away, so the city centre, Federation Square and the National Gallery of Victoria are easy to reach.
Booking direct through the Ovolo website comes with a best rate guarantee and flexible cancellation. The hotel suits couples, friends on a weekend away and travellers who prefer a neighbourhood base with personality over a tower in the centre. It is less suited to anyone who wants to step out of the door straight into the CBD laneways, so weigh up how much of your trip you plan to spend in the city centre before choosing.
For reservations and enquiries, call 03 9116 2000 or use the contact links on the official website.
Ovolo South Yarra FAQs
Where is Ovolo South Yarra?
At 234 Toorak Road, South Yarra, Melbourne.
How many rooms are there?
123 rooms, including four signature suites.
What is Apero Hour?
A complimentary drink for guests, included in the stay.
Is Ovolo South Yarra dog-friendly?
The hotel offers a dog-friendly V.I.Pooch package.
Are there bars in the hotel?
Yes, Bar Yarra and the lobby WonderBar.
Is there a gym?
Guests have access to an external gym.
What is nearby?
Chapel Street, Prahran Market and the Royal Botanic Gardens, with trams and trains a short walk away.
How do I contact the hotel?
Call 03 9116 2000.