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The Kinson

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Melbourne with a 24-hour front desk

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Junior Suite View Balcony
Front of property
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Front of property
Studio Accessible Balcony

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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St. Kilda, 452, Melbourne, VIC, 3004
  • Crown Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rod Laver Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Bayview Balcony

Studio Bayview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Bayview Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite View Balcony

Junior Suite View Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Accessible Balcony

Studio Accessible Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Deluxe Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Deluxe Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

A luxury stay in Melbourne awaits you at The Kinson. You'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Albert Park Lake and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This boutique hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 5-property class Melbourne Central Business District hotel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Crown Casino and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Melbourne Cricket Ground.

What's nearby

  • Crown Casino - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Collins Street - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station - 8 min drive
  • South Yarra Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nar Bangkok - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Long Island Brew Bar Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tower Sushi & Gourmet Asian Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mr Percival - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spence & Larder - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Kinson

Luxury hotel in Melbourne with a 24-hour front desk
As a guest of The Kinson, you'll find a lift and local meal delivery service. There are 2 meeting rooms available.

This 5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 209 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Kinson offers 209 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Kinson?

The Kinson offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kinson?

As of 30 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kinson on 31 Aug 2025 start from AU$210.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Kinson?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Kinson?

The closest beach to The Kinson is St Kilda Beach (3.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kinson?

No, The Kinson does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kinson?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Kinson?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Kinson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 682 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 682 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 682 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 682 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 682 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

FADI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic venue to stay. Great beds and shower so always a big tick. Room was great and very well appointed. Overall will definitely stay again when in Melbourne
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The convenience, right next door to Vivi for dinner, Mr Percival for breakfast, parking, easy drive in off kings, tram on st Kilda rd, close to city and st Kilda, super quiet rooms, beautiful beds....best night sleep. Fresh air from balcony. Front desk service spot on. Perfect, will return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAEME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is well presented and the beds comfortable. Enjoyed the visit, and staff were most helpful with their service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very conveniently located near St Kilda trams to CBD.The rooms were modern ,clean and well maintained. Our room had a great outlook. An good Italian restaurant downstairs was a plus
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Our stay was wonderful and when we found out there was a spa bath in the room I was sooo excited, just what I needed, thankyou so much. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leaya

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a jug of old water in the fridge with bits floating in it but other than that, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the room and balcony, the view was amazing and the staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checked into the room and the room was almost unbearable due to the smell. Upon investigation we discovered it was the dishwasher No room change no refund or help. I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was stunning along with the view of lake and ocean. Exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, we will be staying again.
Beautiful sunset with a stunning view all the way to the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA LOUISE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location for being out of the CBD but close to Prahran. Vivis downstairs is so delicious for dinner and Mr Percival across the road for breakfast. Really good stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for the weekend for a local event. Easy parking and staff were very lovely
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice property with very attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025