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College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Chapel Street in Melbourne

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Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
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Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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36 Greville St, Prahran, VIC, 3181
  • Place, Chapel Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Melbourne Cricket Ground
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rod Laver Arena
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Prahran stay.With a stay at this Prahran hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chapel Street and 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Botanic Gardens. St Kilda Beach and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chapel Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St Kilda Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Collins Street - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Prahran Station - 4 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Osborne - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Prahran Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Oscar Cooper - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪College Lawn Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tone Coffee - ‬7 min walk

About this property

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

Hostel near Chapel Street in Melbourne
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. College Lawn Hotel - Hostel also features laundry facilities, express check-out, and an ATM.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Melbourne hostel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
College Lawn Hotel - Hostel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 1.3 percent

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

College Lawn Hotel
College Lawn Hostel Prahran
College Lawn Hotel - Hostel Prahran
College Lawn Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is College Lawn Hotel - Hostel to the airport?

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel is 14.5 mi (27-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel on Oct 6, 2025 start from $46.53, excluding 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.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel.

How close is College Lawn Hotel - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 2.3 mi (11-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 5 mi (16-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel offer free breakfast?

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Crown Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have a pool?

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is College Lawn Hotel - Hostel to downtown Melbourne?

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel is 2.8 mi away from Melbourne.