The Prince (Melbourne, AU) from 73 £/night

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The Prince - Melbourne

2 Acland Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3182·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.4Great

Location9.4

Staff9.2

Comfort9.0

Cleanliness8.8

Facilities8.4

Who stays here

Couples51%

Solo19%

Families15%

Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.4Great

Location9.4

Staff9.2

Comfort9.0

Cleanliness8.8

Facilities8.4

Who stays here

Couples51%

Solo19%

Families15%

Groups9%

Boutique hotel with art deco charm and live music heritage in St Kilda

Amenities

The Prince Melbourne has a 4000-strong wine collection curated by a master sommelier, available at the on-site Little Prince Wine bar. Business travelers can book conference spaces, while guests with pets can take advantage of the hotel's pet-friendly policy. Additional facilities include electric vehicle charging stations, 24-hour concierge, and secure parking.

Rooms

Rooms at The Prince preserve the original art deco architecture, paired with raw timber and soft pastel furnishings. Each room offers high-quality bed linen and bathrobes, plus a well-stocked minibar. The historic building means room sizes vary, but every room includes a private bathroom and air conditioning.

Location

The Prince Hotel is a 5-minute walk from St Kilda Beach, with Luna Park and Albert Park Lake also within walking distance. A tram stop outside provides direct service to Melbourne city centre, 3 km away. The St Kilda location places guests near the Esplanade, Acland Street shops, and the Palais Theatre.

Dining

The Prince has two restaurants: Prince Public Bar and Little Prince Wine, each serving European-inspired menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks. The Little Prince Wine bar features the hotel's exclusive wine selection curated by a master sommelier. Guests can also order room service or visit the snack bar for lighter options.

Entertainment

The Prince is home to the Prince Bandroom, a well-established live music venue with a rich history in Melbourne's entertainment scene. A rooftop deck with a pool hosts sunset DJ sets and events, while the atrium courtyard is used for weddings and private functions. The entire Prince precinct connects the hotel, bar, and bandroom for seamless access.

Location: 5-minute walk from St Kilda Beach, tram stop at the door
Rooms: Art deco architecture with raw timber and soft pastel furnishings
Dining: Two on-site restaurants: Prince Public Bar and Little Prince Wine
Entertainment: Prince Bandroom live music venue with rooftop deck and pool
Pet Policy: Pet-friendly environment for guests traveling with pets
Wine: 4000-strong wine collection curated by a master sommelier

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 25.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:37

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Rooms and availability

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Boutique Room

Max:

2 persons

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Corner King Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Live entertainment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

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Essential information about The Prince

💵 Lowest room price	73 £
📏 Distance to centre	5.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport	23.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Essendon Fields, MEB

Location

2 Acland Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3182

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2 Acland Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3182

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2 Acland Street, Melbourne, Australia, 3182

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Theatre

Palais Theatre

1.3 km

Amusement Park

Luna Park Melbourne

1.3 km

Stadium

Melbourne Cricket Ground

4.7 km

Landmark

The National Theatre Melbourne

1.3 km

Landmark

Acland Street Village

1.3 km

Landmark

The Astor Theatre

1.8 km

Museum

Jewish Museum of Australia

1.8 km

Botanical Garden

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

3.5 km

Event hall

Chapel off Chapel

2.5 km

Landmark

Captain Baxter

850 m

Garden

St Kilda Botanical Gardens

1.3 km

Park

Fawkner Park

2.4 km

Public Building

St Kilda Town Hall

1.4 km

Gallery

Pumpkin Lane Art Gallery

1.1 km

Market

Prahran Market

2.4 km

Amusement Park

St Kilda Adventure Playground

600 m

Harbour

St Kilda Pier

520 m

12 Acland St Church

Christ Church St Kilda

520 m

Cnr Acland St and Jackson St

Rain Room, Jackalope Pavilion

520 m

Garden

Catani Gardens

520 m

Park

Cleve Gardens

520 m

Alfred Square on the Esplanade

Alfred Square Reserve

520 m

Restaurant

Prince Dining Room

50 m

Restaurant

POW Kitchen

70 m

Restaurant

29th Apartment

80 m

Restaurant

Trippy Taco

70 m

Restaurant

Hub Cafe

110 m

Restaurant

St LuJa

110 m

Restaurant

The Snug Public House

120 m

Restaurant

Leo's Spaghetti Bar

190 m

Restaurant

The Cross St Kilda

140 m

Restaurant

Pelican

190 m

Restaurant

Cantina St Kilda

300 m

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FAQ about The Prince

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at The Prince?

Guests of The Prince can visit The Astor Theatre, as well as Eureka Skydeck, located nearly a 25-minute walk from the property and 4.3 km away respectively.

Which airport is the closest to The Prince hotel?

The closest airport to The Prince hotel is Essendon Fields airport (25 km) and it is reachable with a 26-minute drive.

Is there a parking at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers public parking on site.

Can I have lunch or dinner next to this elegant hotel?

Dining options nearby this elegant hotel include Domino's Pizza restaurant serving Italian dishes (within short walking distance of the property) and I Love Dumplings restaurant famous with Chinese cuisine (100 meters away).

Can I have breakfast at The Prince hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of The Prince hotel.

What time is check-in and check-out at the elegant The Prince?

Guests of the elegant The Prince can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does it cost to stay at the elegant The Prince hotel?

The price for a room in the elegant The Prince hotel starts at $145.

What payment methods are available in the hotel?

At the hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and American Express as well as other payment methods.

What room types are available at the elegant The Prince?

King Room, Deluxe Queen Room, and Queen Suite are among the room types available at the elegant The Prince.

Which amenities are included in the rooms at the elegant The Prince hotel?

Specific suites at the elegant The Prince hotel boast views of the street and feature free wireless internet and a television and a personal safe for security reasons.

Is the hotel accessible to people with disabilities?

Yes, wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities are provided at the hotel for guests with special needs.