College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, walk to Chapel Street

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Exterior
Double Room
Shared bathroom
Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
36 Greville St, Prahran, VIC, 3181
  • Popular LocationChapel Street8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMelbourne Cricket Ground4 min drive
  • Popular LocationRod Laver Arena4 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)27 min drive

Room options

Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Melbourne

At College Lawn Hotel - Hostel you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Chapel Street and within 30 minutes of Royal Botanic Gardens. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and luggage storage. Other amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .With a stay at this Prahran hostel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from St Kilda Beach and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Melbourne Cricket Ground.

What's nearby

  • Chapel Street - 8 min walk
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 4 min drive
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive
  • St Kilda Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Prahran Station - 4 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station - 13 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Osborne Rooftop & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe La Colline - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪College Lawn Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Order - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St Edmonds - ‬5 min walk

About this property

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

Hostel with restaurant, walk to Chapel Street
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 express check-out, an ATM, and a television in common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Melbourne hostel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
College Lawn Hotel - Hostel offers 6 accommodations with portable fans. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation

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 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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.
    No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

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

What is the cancellation policy at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

As of 11 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel on 12 Jun 2024 start from NZ$91.62, 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.

Are there any beaches close to College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

The closest beach to College Lawn Hotel - Hostel is St Kilda Beach (2.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, College Lawn Hotel - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nimet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The bathroom facilities were in poor condition; the shower area was leaking and the toilet seat wasn’t attached on properly. The cleanliness of the bedroom was good, but the bathroom areas were, once again, in poor condition. The hotel has a lounge/bar area that was right below our room so it loud and not a quiet stay, so wouldn’t recommend to those who are looking for a quieter getaway or those who want to be in bed early. The room door for the stay wasn’t closing all the way and had a gap on top of the door which caused conversations to be heard outside from the room, which unfortunately didn’t feel private. There’s no parking on premises but for weekends there’s free on street parking which is nice for a place that’s in the city circle. The only reason I’d give this place a 3/5 and not 2/5 if due to being close to the city and public transport for $80 a night, which seems to be on the lower end.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👌
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Brent

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Christopher, Greensborough

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great area and spacious rooms at a great price plus you have the hotel downstairs for enjoy an evening meal at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and spacious. Great location and for the price great value. Communal bathroom could be cleaned up a little but for 1 night was no problem
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Greensborough

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised how nice the room was furnished seeing it was budget accommodation. I loved that a Kettle was available on the room. Location is great and good for a one night stay especially if you are going out in the evening in Melbourne. The only down side was the shared bathrooms could have been cleaner and there was a crack in the floor of the shower cubical l used. Overall a very good value and l will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pretty great for the price. just be mindful that the hotel is noisy until midnight and theres no aircon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem for reasonably priced accommodation in a lovely area. The rooms were visibly clean & I think recently upgraded. The bathroom facilities were a little shabby, but for an overnight stay, it was perfect. (Especially if you are attending a function at the hotel). Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Any

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of the College Lawn, being on the corner in a residential area on the fringe of Chapel Street and a short walk down to the lovely array of shops, cafes and restaurants on Greville St. The hotel itself is a very welcoming and vibrant place with a pretty wholesome menu, helpful staff and some of the best Old Fashioned and Espresso Martinis we’ve ever tried. The room itself was very fresh, clean and comfortable with lovely touches for a room so economical. The shared bathrooms were more traditional hostel-like but did the job. Having a shared kitchen was a welcome bonus. We would definitely recommend the College Lawn as a comfortable, well-positioned, economical and more-than-meets-the-eye accommodation for a stay in the Windsor area of Melbourne.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022