Brutalist parkside bolthole
A discreet residential sanctuary swaps a conventional reception lobby for in-suite arrivals guided by dedicated butlers.
“Crafted with the philosophy of privacy and sanctuary in mind, utilising quality materials and soft furnishings to create a moody atmosphere”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Boardform concrete suites with velvet drapes, timber parquet, and a conical ceiling sculpture.
Notable
Dedicated twenty-four-hour butlers deliver morning breakfast baskets and handle private in-suite check-in.
Listed
Domain Road balconies overlook the historic Royal Botanic Gardens and South Yarra rooftops.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Softer Volumes and Wallpaper*.
the setting, on the southern edge of the Royal Botanical Gardens, is the best of two worlds: all around is the hip neighborhood of South Yarra...
“There is no foyer. Instead, at the end of the entryway, light thrown by Laura Woodward’s kinetic sculpture… indicates where one should wait for the lift.”
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The Tan running track and the Royal Botanic Gardens sit directly across Domain Road, bordered by South Yarra cafes.
The rooms
Suede drapes partition the hardwood bedrooms, and select multi-bedroom suites add sunken stone soaking tubs.
Treatments
- Treatments
- In-room massage and beauty treatments arranged upon request.
At the table
The ground-floor dining room is fitted with dark timber and leather banquettes, served by a moody, backlit bar.
An almost cubist façade amid historic red-bricks and mansions, with textured concrete walls and dangling light sculptures inside, and criss-cross velvet sofas by Patricia Urquiola.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.