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College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Chapel Street

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Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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36 Greville St, Prahran, VIC, 3181
  • Place, St Kilda Road
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Alfred Hospital
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Prahran within a short walk of Chapel Street, College Lawn Hotel - Hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Royal Botanic Gardens. This 6-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, express check-out, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • High Street Armadale - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St Kilda Road - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chapel Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alfred Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fitzroy Street - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Osborne - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪PARDON Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Entrecôte - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Prahran Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪College Lawn Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, 8-minute walk to Chapel Street
Guests of College Lawn Hotel - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and an ATM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, 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
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Are free cancellation options available at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel on Dec 18, 2025 start from $46.49, 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.

What's there to do within easy reach of College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Prahran within a 10-minute walk of Chapel Street, High Street Armadale, and Prahran Market. You'll also find Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have a casino?

No, College Lawn Hotel - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is College Lawn Hotel - Hostel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hostel include a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, College Lawn Hotel - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will College Lawn Hotel - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel.

Does College Lawn Hotel - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

The closest major airport to College Lawn Hotel - Hostel is Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon), which is 14.5 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is located 18.9 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel?

No, at College Lawn Hotel - Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

College Lawn Hotel - Hostel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Brenda Yulieth

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
I couldn’t go into the hotel, It was closed when I arrive and I tried to contact the hotel an Berber replay to me, I had to payed for other hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Salvador, San Luis Potosi

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is a really well located, the neighborhood it’s really lovely and near to the public transport services. Just is important to consider that underneath the hostel is pleased a really nice local pub and, mainly in Friday and Saturday, can be a little bit noisy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a property with shared bathrooms and was fine for the price of stay. Convenient to trains and trams also.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good here for hostel style accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school pub with a difference all staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again. Thanks to all !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER RALPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place very convenient and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff - friendly, hard working, good service. A very nice lemon drink on tap. Chips good texture crunch and tastw however not a fan of the lemon salt. Aioli was good wish more were to dip into. Room was good except for peeling paint patch that uglied room slightly. Nicely folded towels. Good bedding and bed size. Unfortinately no ac so fan had to be going for whole night as window was just for decoration. Toilet and sinks very clean, as well as the kitchen laundry area. Very clean. Shower glass could use a bit of jif but not unbearable. Water pressure was mid. Exit could use a nice carpet clean vacuum and stair reinforcing and some more lighting. Would stay again and location is good and public transport is accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sam provides a really good offering for the ex back packers who don't want the price or fussiness of a hotel. A great pub with a varied customer base, always busy and has very pleasant helpful staff. Showers and kitchen serviced regularly by cleaning staff. Beds comfortable, nice towels and tea/coffee, kettle in the room. Washing and drying facilities a real plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great priced
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Shakeel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Aleesia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jo

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rowena

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

JENNIFER, Guildford

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No mirror in room and no milk (powered or long life) for tea and coffee in room. Didn’t realise there was no TV in room. Once patrons left hotel it was very quiet. It was great as there was a shared kitchen with washer and dryer as well as iron and ironing board.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Susana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and tidy but so dirty under bed. Bathrooms/toilets were nice and clean. Staff friendly, welcoming and helpful. Would be nice to have air conditioning or a fan already in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After not being able to contact them for a late check-in, they were very apologetic and explained the reasons why. It was more than enough for what I wanted, and the Chapel Street precinct was easily reachable by foot. The train station was even closer. The staff were very helpful and friendly. It is its own night spot tucked away from the business of Chapel Street with a vibrant life of its own.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well this was a little hidden gem that needs to be unhidden Immaculate and stylish bedroom Don’t think room above a pub