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The Kinson

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Collins Street

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Junior Suite View Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Studio Accessible Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Suite Bayview Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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St. Kilda, 452, Melbourne, VIC, 3004
  • Place, St Kilda Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Botanic Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Alfred Hospital
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Bayview Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Bayview Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Deluxe Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Bayview Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite View Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite View Balcony

  • Park view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Accessible Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Accessible Balcony

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

Melbourne Central Business District stay.Your stay at this Melbourne Central Business District hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Albert Park Lake and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Crown Casino and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • St Kilda Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Alfred Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shrine of Remembrance - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Kettle Black - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe La Colline - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nar Bangkok - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hawker Canteen - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Kinson

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Collins Street
As a guest of The Kinson, you'll find an elevator and local meal delivery service. There are 2 meeting rooms available. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 209 guestrooms or units
  • 19 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Kinson offers 209 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 45 per night)

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Recycling
  • 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 percent 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

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 45 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 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
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-authorize 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, 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
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. 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each 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 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

How close is The Kinson to the airport?

The Kinson is 13.2 mi (22-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 The Kinson?

As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kinson on May 11, 2026 start from $109, 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 The Kinson have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Kinson.

How close is The Kinson to the beach?

This hotel is 2.9 mi (11-min drive) from St Kilda Beach and 3.6 mi (13-min drive) from Elwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Kinson offer free breakfast?

The Kinson does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Kinson?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Kinson?

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

Is there free parking at The Kinson?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 45 per night.

Does The Kinson have a pool?

The Kinson does not have a pool.

Does The Kinson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Kinson to downtown Melbourne?

The Kinson is 1.8 mi away from Melbourne.

The Kinson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 860 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 860 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 860 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 860 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 860 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julian, Fitzgibbon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, room was nice, everything was clean and as advertised. Happy to rebook here when I’m back in Melbourne.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views but the aircon was loud and check-in took a long time due to nobody being at the front desk. Lots of potential to be great but it's not quite there yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room with a great view.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! Great view, friendly helpful staff. Will stay again for sure :-)
Balcony view on sunset was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Bianka

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big rooms, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms where beautiful and the staff were very kind and professional. Would recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff excellent, room needs maintenance
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carlin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff lovely and helpful, room was beautiful with an amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Grant, Redcliffe

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kinson Hotel is lovely, however be aware of Nationwide car parking that the hotel offers. It's not run by Kinson, however Nationwide double chared us and makes it extremely hard to get a refund. Not ideal customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, clean room.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
power points in room adjacent the bed could not hold plugs.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fengshi

Business traveler
Clean, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and very spacious, the staff were very courteous and helpful. The tram is very close aand goes direct to the city with stops at the new rail tunnel stations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable and clean hotel room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025