The Prince

4.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with bars and a 24-hour front desk

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Courtyard
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Superior Room | Balcony
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room (Boutique)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Corner

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2 Acland Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182

What's nearby

  • St Kilda Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luna Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Crown Casino - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Windsor Station - 3 min drive
  • Southern Cross Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Esplanade Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ichi Ni - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chronicles Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Leo's Spaghetti Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Topolinos - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Prince

Luxury boutique hotel near St Kilda Beach
Located close to Luna Park and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, The Prince provides concerts and live shows, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Access to a nearby health club, wedding services, and laundry services
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Prince boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

Languages

English, Thai

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (AUD 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 25 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Little Prince Wine
  • Prince Public Bar

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,076 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the bay

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1930
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Prince Hotel St Kilda
Prince St Kilda
The Prince Hotel St Kilda
The Prince St Kilda, Greater Melbourne
The Prince Hotel
The Prince St Kilda
The Prince Hotel St Kilda

Frequently asked questions

Is The Prince pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Prince?

Self parking is available for AUD 10 per night.

What time is check-in at The Prince?

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

What time is check-out at The Prince?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Prince located?

Located in St Kilda, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Kilda Beach and Luna Park. Crown Casino and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km). Windsor Station is 26 minutes by foot and Balaclava Station is 27 minutes.

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The Prince Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 916 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The perfect spot at the right price!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Everything was wonderful, including the people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

I love this hotel but it needs an update.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Great value accommodation in a central location within walking distance to many facilities and dining venues!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Staff were excellent! Super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Check in was amazing! Location was amazing! Beds super soft. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

I liked everything about this place, had a great stay, and will be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The staff was nice and helpful. The room was noisy until early in the morning because of the club next to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

I enjoyed the atmosphere including at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

The prince has really nice public areas, great co-located food and drink options and is in the heart of St Kilda. The staff are lovely. The rooms are older style but have been nicely renovated and work well without being luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

The Prince Staff shine here, they go all out to help enjoy your stay, met the night manager Lyga he made the time to chat his passion to his job shined through. This venue supports the vibe of old St Kilda Great work team. Paul and Barb Alpha Hospitality team.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Fantastic location and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Rooms need a really good clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Great service, clean and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Classy, spacious rooms, great location, great alternative to staying in city
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Loved the ambience of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

Room was small but cute. Perfect location for restaurants and bars. Breakfast in the public bar was great - open fire.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

amazing stay super clean and tidy, the bar is awesome and the food in the restaurant was delicious, staff were all friendly and helpful amazing view and perfect walking distance to the beach and parks, well worth the money!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10

Nice hotel - area needs a revamp
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

Very good place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Easy friendly check in, room was welcoming The bar and restaurant are quality and reasonably priced Wine cellar and deli onsite are high end Service is impeccable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Great stay at the Prince amazing location service and presentation of room was great. Restaurant and Bar services were outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10

Like where it is easy to walk to multiple attractions or use public transport Hotel has been modernised yet retain sufficient elements of its old charm Only had breakfast there which was good. Enjoyed the in-house bar, wine bar Quite rooms though on the smaller size Very easy parking with walkthrough to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024