The Prince

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Courtyard
Reception
2 bars/lounges, wine bar
2 bars/lounges, wine bar
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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2 Acland Street, St Kilda, VIC, 3182
  • Place, Fitzroy Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St Kilda Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Luna Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Corner Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room (Boutique)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, Balcony

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Boutique Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Melbourne

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this St Kilda hotel, you'll find St Kilda Beach and Luna Park. Crown Casino and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Fitzroy Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St Kilda Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St Kilda Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Luna Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St Kilda Road - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Windsor Station - 3 min drive
  • North Williamstown Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Esplanade - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Beachcomber Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mya Tiger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Republica St Kilda Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fifth Province - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Prince

4.5-star luxury hotel near St Kilda Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes conference space. The luxury The Prince also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This Art Deco Melbourne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1930
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Prince offers 39 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Melbourne hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per night

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 percent

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 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 fire extinguisher and 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

How close is The Prince to the airport?

The Prince is 15.2 mi (33-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Prince?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Prince on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $119, excluding 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.

Does The Prince have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Prince.

How close is The Prince to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from St Kilda Beach and 4.1 mi (13-min drive) from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Prince offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Prince, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 25 per person.

Is there a casino at The Prince?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Crown Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Prince?

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

Is there free parking at The Prince?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 10 per night.

Does The Prince have a pool?

The Prince does not have a pool.

Does The Prince have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Prince have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Prince to downtown Melbourne?

The Prince is 3.3 mi away from Melbourne.

The Prince Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good service from the reception, nice towels in the bathroom, and bed was comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Good Access to the clean, restaurant with great food and coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Katryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were really helpful. And the bed was super comfy with lovely linen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect and the hospitality was top notch
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and really good restaurant!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfiest bed of them all! And the shower pressure is insane, can’t wait to come back! Great location,staff and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous stay … loved everything and great pub restaurant and staff … shampoo conditioner body wash and body lotion… cannot fault anything… would stay here on our next visit thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHIA YEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bethan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location, lovely staff and nice breakfast. Rooms looking a bit tired, especially the carpets, but otherwise everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great blend of comfort, style and history
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing stay. Friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles A

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
A good choice in St Kilda.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sweet and hardworking staff!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Near tram stop and close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Interesting art deco building close to the beach. Large room with a balcony. No noise from the bar even on Saturday night and only a little from the road. Good value. Pleasant breakfast on Sunday morning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff brilliant. Hotel needs a complete ref
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great from the start. Helpful and friendly staff. Clean room. Close to public transportation and dining options. Would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean but dining room closed had to eat in pub but was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Staff great Parking good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome location superb comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless. Staff all extremely helpful and authentic. Very convenient location for my needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean & friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025