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An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a name sign, and a railing.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a chair.
A narrow pathway with white walls, large planters, and a sculpture of a rabbit.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through sheer curtains.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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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
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Room CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Room CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Room EXECUTIVE

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

SUITE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

SUITE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

TWIN CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

TWIN CLASSIC WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

South Yarra stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this South Yarra hotel, you'll find Royal Botanic Gardens and Prahran Market. Como House and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Toorak Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chapel Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Prahran Market - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • St Kilda Road - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Snow Monkey Ramen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Republic Economica - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ned's Bake - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cosi Bar Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Squires Loft Steakhouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Lyall

5-star luxury hotel near Royal Botanic Gardens
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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lyall offers 51 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer 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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (AUD 70 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

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 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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.

Property 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: approximately AUD 45 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: AUD 70 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 1.5 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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

How close is The Lyall to the airport?

The Lyall is 13.9 mi (26-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Lyall have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lyall.

How close is The Lyall to the beach?

This hotel is 3.1 mi (13-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 5.8 mi (18-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lyall offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lyall, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 45 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Lyall?

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

What time is check-in at The Lyall?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Lyall?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for AUD 70 per night.

Does The Lyall have a pool?

The Lyall does not have a pool.

Does The Lyall have a restaurant?

The Lyall is home to The Lyall Bistro & Bar, which features local and international cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does The Lyall have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lyall to downtown Melbourne?

The Lyall is 2.3 mi away from Melbourne.

The Lyall Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 528 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeus Paris feeling hotel, love the Lyall & will comeback again & again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mireille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious Executive suite, spotless room, excellent location, beautiful soaking tub and pretty outdoor seating for breakfast or lunch. Loved this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are wonderful Our third stay and we were again made to feel so welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Izhar

Beautiful room in a lovely boutiquehotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Well kept and clean room, an all round great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Lyall. The room was stylish and generous - and very clean! The staff were welcoming and always helpful during our stay. And the location of the hotel was perfect, just off the shops and cafes of Toorak Rd. The only thing we missed at The Lyall was a gym.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Durmit

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, friendly and exceedingly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sophisticated hotel through and through. The rooms were beautiful and comfortable. The main entry/ shared facilities and bar area were wonderful. The staff were lovely and welcoming. Not to mention the hotel was located in a great spot. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Declan

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel bed i have slept in, great size room and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlotta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable beds, loved the room and the luxury feeling of Dyson hairdryer, Molton Brown schampoo and conditioner. Only missed that there were no still water bottles in the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danni

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, every little detail covered. My only regret is not trying the Lyall club!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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