lyf Collingwood Melbourne

Property class: 4
Hotel convenient to Smith Street

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When you stay at lyf Collingwood Melbourne, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Melbourne Cricket Ground and Queen Victoria Market. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out South of Johnston, which serves breakfast and lunch. Also, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Central are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Collingwood Station is 13 minutes and North Richmond Station is 15 minutes.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Digital TV service
  • Premium bedding
The current price is $100
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Why we love this property

Breakfast cafe delights
This hotel's cafe offers a memorable morning meal with cooked-to-order breakfast. Start the day with customized culinary creations.
Sleep like royalty
Premium bedding, down comforters, and pillowtop mattresses transform each guestroom into a sleep sanctuary at this hotel. Sweet dreams guaranteed.

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the city.

One of a Kind

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • City view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the city.

One of a Kind Plus

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A kitchen with a modern design, featuring a white countertop, a sink, a kettle, a toaster, and a bowl of fruit.

Two of a Kind

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
42 OXFORD STREET, Collingwood, VIC, 03066

What's nearby

  • Smith Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Princess Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Collins Street - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rod Laver Arena - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Melbourne Central - 6 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 26 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 31 min drive
  • Essendon Station - 11 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 14 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 28 min walk
  • Collingwood Station - 13 min walk
  • North Richmond Station - 15 min walk
  • Jolimont Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smith & Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Commons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Builders Arms Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grace Darling Hotel - ‬3 min walk

About this property

lyf Collingwood Melbourne

  • When you stay at lyf Collingwood Melbourne, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Melbourne Cricket Ground and Queen Victoria Market. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out South of Johnston, which serves breakfast and lunch. Also, Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Central are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Collingwood Station is 13 minutes and North Richmond Station is 15 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 128 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (AUD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–noon
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2022
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Roll-in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

South of Johnston - This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: GSTC. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 5 to 30 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs AUD 35 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Ascott Cares (Ascott Limited).

Also known as

LYF Collingwood Melbourne Hotel
LYF Collingwood Melbourne Collingwood
LYF Collingwood Melbourne Hotel Collingwood

Frequently asked questions

Does lyf Collingwood Melbourne offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, lyf Collingwood Melbourne does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at lyf Collingwood Melbourne?

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

Is parking offered on site at lyf Collingwood Melbourne?

Yes. Self parking costs AUD 35 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at lyf Collingwood Melbourne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at lyf Collingwood Melbourne?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at lyf Collingwood Melbourne and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.

What's the area around lyf Collingwood Melbourne like?

Lyf Collingwood Melbourne is a short 20-minute walk from Melbourne Cricket Ground and 19 minutes' walk from Collins Street. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

lyf Collingwood Melbourne Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel is surrounded by great dining options, with many excellent restaurants and cafes nearby. (14 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient and seamless, with some guests even having it available on-site. (6 reviews)
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Clean room. Sadly car park was booked out for the night. Staff were helpful with street parking information.
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Rooms were clean, there’s restaurants, take aways and coles within few minutes walk.
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Clean and comfortable, staff were excellent.
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Lyf is the true definition of comfort, good design, cleanliness, creative spacious work spaces, practicality and the best hospitality I've experienced in a long time. I adored the spacious courtyard ambience, the huge and colourful kitchen, the great location close to trams and the overall feeling of being welcomed and supported during our stay. Lyf is at the heart of where art, design and innovation meet to make something wonderful!
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Great spot and will be back!
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I adore the vibe, so friendly and welcoming! A real home away from home! Everything else of course, is wonderful too.
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room was spotlessly clean,staff very helpful.10 out of 10
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A great location for a quick easy stopover and the staff were great.
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Fantastic stay, easy check in and staff who were always happy to help and genuinely made guests feel welcomed!
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Great location, clean room, fantasic set up. But the crowning glory is the staff. Friendly, onliging and always smiling.
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Room was very clean and had what I needed. Hairdryer was provided. Check in was easy. Location was great
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Great location and staff were all friendly. Love our stay and will be back.