Elegant and luxurious, this serene hotel offers a tranquil escape with beautifully designed rooms and impeccable service. Delight in personalized touches like surprise birthday cakes and early check-in, ensuring a memorable and comfortable stay.
Located in South Yarra, a neighborhood in Melbourne, The Lyall is in the entertainment district and near a train station. Como House is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Royal Botanic Gardens and Melbourne Arts Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Melbourne Cricket Ground or Rod Laver Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
16 Murphy Street, South Yarra, VIC, 3141
What's nearby
Chapel Street
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Prahran Market
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Royal Botanic Gardens
14 min walk - 1.2 km
St Kilda Road
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Toorak Road
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Getting around
South Yarra Station
3 min walk
Southern Cross Station
6 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
26 min drive
Restaurants
Urban Provedore
6 min walk
Liyuan
8 min walk
Pacific Seafood BBQ House South Yarra
7 min walk
Beverly Rooftop
9 min walk
Snow Monkey Ramen
5 min walk
About this property
The Lyall
Luxury boutique hotel renovated in 2024 and located near Royal Botanic Gardens
Located close to Prahran Market and Como House, The Lyall provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site local and international cuisine bistro, The Lyall Bistro & Bar, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).
Other perks at this hotel include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
A porter/bellhop, concierge services, and luggage storage
An elevator, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
Room features
All 51 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
55-inch HDTVs with streaming services and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles
In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Secured, covered valet parking on site (AUD 70 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; AUD 45 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
The Lyall Bistro & Bar
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Hardwood flooring in room
High-pile carpet in room
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
4 floors
Built in 2002
Fireplace in lobby
Renovated entire property - February 2024
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
Streaming services
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.5 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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 45 per person
Covered valet parking fee: AUD 70 per night
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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, debit 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
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property class
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Lyall pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Lyall?
As of 18 Shaʻban 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lyall on 23 Shaʻban 2026 start from SAR 885, 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.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for AUD 70 per night.
What time is check-in at The Lyall?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Lyall?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Lyall located?
Located in South Yarra, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Royal Botanic Gardens and Prahran Market. Como House and Melbourne Cricket Ground are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Yarra Station is only a 3-minute walk and Prahran Station is 17 minutes.
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