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College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Chapel Street in Melbourne

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Bar (on property)
Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Shared fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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36 Greville St, Prahran, VIC, 3181
  • Place, St Kilda Road
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Alfred Hospital
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪31 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

  • St Kilda Road - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chapel Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alfred Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fitzroy Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • St Kilda Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪The Emerson Rooftop Bar and Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪PARDON Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Market Lane Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪College Lawn Hotel - ‬1 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel on Mar 17, 2026 start from $56, 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.

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 2.7 mi (11-min drive) from Elwood 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.

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 71 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yes, would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Location to local train station into the city was only two mins down the road. Local area had nice places to eat and drink. Only negative for me was that there was no hair dryers available other than that was great for the price 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good access to Melbourne and surrounds old pub atmosphere and dining facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tucked away on a side street around the corner from Prahran station, this hotel is worth staying at. The rooms are comfortable and have all the necessities provided. Only 3 stops to Melbourne city by train, plenty of food and drink places to check out, and has a bar and restaurant downstairs. Staff are really nice and check in was easy and personable, shared kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean and no dramas.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff room clean also renovated so amenties, highly recommended for a good price and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brenda Yulieth

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
I couldn’t go into the hotel, It was closed when I arrive and I tried to contact the hotel an Berber replay to me, I had to payed for other hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Salvador, San Luis Potosi

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is a really well located, the neighborhood it’s really lovely and near to the public transport services. Just is important to consider that underneath the hostel is pleased a really nice local pub and, mainly in Friday and Saturday, can be a little bit noisy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a property with shared bathrooms and was fine for the price of stay. Convenient to trains and trams also.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good here for hostel style accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school pub with a difference all staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Thanks to all !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER RALPH

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

8/10 Good

Josh

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place very convenient and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great priced
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Shakeel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Aleesia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jo

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024