The Lyall

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The Lyall puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Royal Botanic Gardens and Prahran Market. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Lyall Bistro & Bar, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Public transportation is close by: South Yarra Station is just 3 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $301
$331 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

Why we love this property

Foodie delights galore
Savor local and international dishes at the hotel restaurant overlooking the garden. The bar and in-room champagne complete this culinary journey.
Sleep in pure luxury
Five-star slumber awaits on pillowtop mattresses with premium, hypo-allergenic bedding. Blackout drapes ensure perfect rest after champagne service.
Garden views and luxury
Take in beautiful garden views from this luxury boutique hotel. The on-site restaurant offers delightful meals with lush greenery as a backdrop.

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and a small table with a book and a candle.

Classic Room

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through sheer curtains.

Comfort Room

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a balcony with greenery.

Deluxe Room

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small round table, a bench, a chair, and a mirror.

Classic Studio

  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio Suite

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and a small table with a book and a candle.

Comfort Studio Suite

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of greenery through sheer curtains.

Deluxe Suite

  • 87 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio Suite, Garden View

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

Executive Studio Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a small side table. There is a dining area with a table and chairs visible in the background.

Premier Suite

  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE CLASSIC KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 Murphy Street, South Yarra, VIC, 3141

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 - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St Kilda Road - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 26 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 31 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 49 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 6 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 11 min drive
  • Deer Park Station - 23 min drive
  • South Yarra Station - 3 min walk
  • Prahran Station - 17 min walk
  • Hawksburn Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ned's Bake - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Snow Monkey Ramen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cosi Bar Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪France-Soir - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Darling Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lyall

  • The Lyall puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Royal Botanic Gardens and Prahran Market. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Lyall Bistro & Bar, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Public transportation is close by: South Yarra Station is just 3 minutes by foot.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (AUD 70 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

The Lyall Bistro & Bar - Overlooking the garden, this bistro specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 45 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs AUD 70 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Lyall?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Lyall?

Yes. Valet parking costs AUD 70 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lyall?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Lyall?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Lyall and nearby?

The Lyall has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Lyall?

Yes, The Lyall Bistro & Bar offers alfresco dining, local and international cuisine, and garden views.

What's the area around The Lyall like?

The Lyall is a short 3-minute walk from South Yarra Station and 17 minutes' walk from St Kilda Road.

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Reviews

The Lyall Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious Executive suite, spotless room, excellent location, beautiful soaking tub and pretty outdoor seating for breakfast or lunch. Loved this hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay any very friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic service. Well kept and clean room, an all round great stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property, friendly and exceedingly helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

The paris of south yarra

Lovely staff, super quiet and will be back
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10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel bed i have slept in, great size room and well appointed
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Experience Melbourne neighbourhood. Staff excellent. John helped us organize a day trip to the peninsula which was delightful. Great experience overall.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and staff

We had an amazing stay at the Lyall, it started with the early checkin as our flight landed early and the room was ready and waiting. Ester at reception was the most friendly and accommodating and made us feel so welcome and as we stayed here to celebrate my birthday she went above and beyond to make it so memorable , from the beautiful room to a surprise birthday cake. It was our first time at the Lyall, it is a beautiful, elegant and luxurious hotel with impeccable service - thank you for making our stay so memorable, we will be back for sure!
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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6/10 Good

You have a serious problem in that the door into the building every time its opened lets the cold south Westerlies blow on the first 3 or4 and more nearest tables. and the fireplace warms the staff but not the customers who sit at the northern end of the sitting room Sadly the bedroom design has lost the ability to sit comfortably even with a guest for two to read and or use a a desk .The light from the verandah is now wasted. One bath maybe used once a fortnight is just a waste of space. Bed extremely comfortable single lights everwhere look nice but are fairly useless
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay we thoroughly enjoyed
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10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeus Paris feeling hotel, love the Lyall & will comeback again & again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at this great hotel
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are wonderful Our third stay and we were again made to feel so welcome
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room in a lovely boutiquehotel
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to cafes,,restaurants and shops
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this boutique hotel in a great neighborhood and close to everywhere, highly recommend