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The Lyall

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Deluxe Suite
Front of property
Reception
Domain Suite | Living area
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is AU$393
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec

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16 Murphy Street, South Yarra, VIC, 3141
  • Place, Chapel Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Prahran Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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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Classic Room, Balcony

Classic Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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 Twin Beds

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Classic Room

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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 Twin Beds

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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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Suite (Yarra)

Suite (Yarra)

Highlights

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

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Room, Terrace (Yarra)

Room, Terrace (Yarra)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Melbourne

A luxury stay in Melbourne awaits you at The Lyall. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Royal Botanic Gardens and Prahran Market. Highlights at this boutique hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LCD TVs. .The bistro, The Lyall Bistro, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The Lyall Bar is the hotel's own Champagne bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 5-property class South Yarra hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Como House and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Melbourne Cricket Ground.

What's nearby

  • Toorak Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Chapel Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Prahran Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • South Yarra Station - 3 min walk
  • Southern Cross Station - 6 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosi Bar Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Republic Economica - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ned's Bake - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cucinetta - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Master Roll Vietnam - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Lyall

Luxury hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Lyall. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of The Lyall was completed in February 2024.

This 5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2002
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lyall offers 51 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; AUD 45 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Lyall Bar
  • The Lyall Bistro

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - February 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 45 per person
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 60 per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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
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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Lyall?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Lyall?

As of 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lyall on 16 Dec 2025 start from AU$393.39, 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 Lyall?

Yep, The Lyall has secured covered valet parking for AUD 60 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Lyall?

The closest beach to The Lyall is St Kilda Beach (3.7 km).

What makes The Lyall a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a champagne service, as well as pillowtop beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Lyall.

Is The Lyall family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Lyall is a hit with families.

Does The Lyall serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lyall?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lyall?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lyall?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Lyall Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 517 reviews

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 Excellent

Durmit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to cafes,,restaurants and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lyall is truly an exceptional hotel very discreet but luxurious and right in the heart of South Yarra.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Loved this hotel The perfect boutique Rooms were beautiful and very clean Milton Brown toiletries The common areas were delightful The staff were friendly and helpful Perfectly situated just two mi it's walk to South Yarra shops and cafes Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The paris of south yarra

Lovely staff, super quiet and will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay any very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was unable to access the wifi which was frustrating. Otherwise everything was perfect, very comfortable bed. Room not big, but extremely well appointed and wonderful bathroom. We look forward to returning
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jai

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could do without balcony
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The position and be property are fabulous but by far the best feature of The Lyall is the staff. They were amazing. I’ve stayed in a multitude of nice hotels in Melbourne and this is now my favourite will only stay here from now on.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this boutique hotel in a great neighborhood and close to everywhere, highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
What a wonderful, boutique hotel right in the heart of South Yarra - 5 star luxury. The rooms are beautifully appointed with the most comfortable bed, pillows and linens. Dyson hair dryer! Perfect spot to meet a friend for a coffee or wine as well. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecylia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Experience Melbourne neighbourhood. Staff excellent. John helped us organize a day trip to the peninsula which was delightful. Great experience overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its like a home from home. lovely and new.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024