The Royce

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Luxury
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5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Boutique retreat near Botanical Gardens

Art Deco glamour defines the renovated Royce Hotel, with spacious rooms offering balcony views. Guests enjoy expert cocktails at the beautiful bar and fabulous cuisine with faultless service. Minutes from Melbourne's CBD, it provides easy Botanical Gardens access while maintaining peaceful distance.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, two chairs, a window with curtains, and a lamp.

Comfort Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a small table.

Deluxe Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small side table with a radio, and a blue sofa with pillows.

Superior Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, a glass coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Classic Suite

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a staircase with a metal railing.

Deluxe Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a radio, a minibar, a TV, a blue armchair, and a view of the city.

Premier Suite

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, a neighborhood in Melbourne, The Royce is near a metro station. St Kilda Road and Shrine of Remembrance are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Royal Botanic Gardens and Melbourne Arts Centre. Albert Park Lake and Tan Track are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
Map
379 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, 3004

What's nearby

  • A colorful tram with 'Kilda Beach' written on it, a Ferris wheel, and a sign with the number '96'.
    St Kilda Road
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A large, ancient stone structure with a triangular roof and columns, surrounded by modern buildings and greenery.
    Shrine of Remembrance
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A landscaped garden with a central statue, surrounded by palm trees and a variety of colorful flowers.
    Royal Botanic Gardens
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A cityscape with a river, green park, and dense urban buildings.
    Albert Park Lake
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A public building with a fountain in front, banners, and flags.
    National Gallery of Victoria
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station
    8 min drive
  • South Yarra Station
    20 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway
    2 min walk
  • The Kettle Black
    6 min walk
  • Long Island Brew Bar Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Don Don
    10 min walk
  • Garammerica Original Warteg Nasi Bungkus
    10 min walk

About this property

The Royce

  • Luxury boutique hotel renovated in 2023 and located near St Kilda Road
  • Located close to Shrine of Remembrance and Tan Track, The Royce provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Showroom Bar, offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Valet parking (surcharge), wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and a porter/bellhop
    • A ballroom, coworking spaces, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 94 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 55-inch HDTVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured valet parking on site (AUD 80 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Showroom Bar
  • The Conservatory

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Secured valet parking fee: AUD 80 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
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

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royce pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royce?

As of Sep 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royce on Oct 25, 2026 start from $209, 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.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for AUD 80 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Royce?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Royce?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Royce located?

Located in Melbourne Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St Kilda Road and Shrine of Remembrance. Royal Botanic Gardens and Tan Track are also within 15 minutes. South Yarra Station is 20 minutes by foot and Richmond Station is 28 minutes.

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Reviews

The Royce Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 201 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s my home away from home, I love the deep baths, the restaurants, I love everything about it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautiful hotel, bar and restaurant excellent, couldn’t fault
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing facilities, great location, nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous position close to trams and city
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, service was excellent in a modern yet an “old world feel” motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old world meets modern .. great restaurant staff and facilities… would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We felt we were treated special very elegant clean our room had excellent views of the shrine and city veiws will be back again soon 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service the dinner and breakfast was amazing very good location the rooms are very luxurious and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Amenities were amazing, clean and well maintained. Restaurants were warm and relaxing with terrific food and drink options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay, beautiful rooms, great location. Friendly staff truly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique property and friendly, professional staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service. Loved the Art Deco designs everywhere, especially in the suite, as well as the Showroom Bar. The Terrace was a wonderful place to have breakfast too. The cocktails at the Showroom Bar were original and delicious too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very posh hotel with great quite location, still close to city, you can take a tram or a quick 15 mins ride into the city. Clean and well-appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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A very glamorous and decadent hotel. The staff at reception, Oliver and Sam, are delightful and very helpful. I loved the whole feel of the hotel and location is great. I will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very efficient, pleasant and helpful. Room was well appointed and very comfortable. The only downside was a shortage of hanging spaceI would definitely recommend the Royce.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Royce. Room was wonderful, spacious, clean & quiet. Staff were friendly. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pleasant accommodation in a great location on the fringe of CBD
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were simply amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautifully renovated hotel

Lovely hotel. Rooms have been recently renovated and the bed was so comfortable! The food was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new refurb is absolutely stunning and the staff were very attentive and helpful. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The team are amazing and super friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms and super comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing value and lovely neighbourhood. So convenient to public transport, the Gardens and the lively Domain precinct. We also very much enjoyed their restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024