Grand Hotel MelbournevsThe Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne scores slightly higher than Art Series - The Larwill Studio. Quest Grand Hotel Melbourne scores 82 with accolades from 5 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Grand Hotel Melbourne
33 Spencer St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
DK Eyewitness
"This luxury all-suite boutique hotel occupies a heritage-listed former railways building at the western end of the CBD."
Star Service
"This boutique operation occupies the restored 1893 Railways Administration building, adjacent to bustling Spencer Street Station and Etihad Stadium, home to Australia Rules Football." Full review
Frommer's
"This majestic heritage-listed six-story building, which was originally home to the Victorian railway administration, is striking for its remarkable scale and imposing Italianate facade" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Even the studios are grand in this Italianate building, which housed the Victorian Railways administration back in the day when rail ruled the world." Full review
The Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series
48 Flemington Road | Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria 3052, Australia
From $91/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
Wallpaper
"Australia’s Art Series Hotel line has just launched its sixth property, which this time celebrates the life of expressionist painter, David Larwill." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Sharp and smart, The Larwill Studio is one of Melbourne’s newer mid-range properties." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Dedicated to Australian contemporary artist David Larwill, this four-pearl hotel feels like modern art gallery." Full review
Time Out
"Featuring Art Series Signature bedding, artwork by David Larwill, an art library, yoga mats and EVO amenities in the bathroom, rooms also include a desk and plenty of natural light." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Although it's just a 10-minute tram or taxi ride from downtown, The Larwill Studio offers peace, quiet, and wide open space, with plenty of cool artistic touches." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Named after artist David Larwill (1956–2011), whose colourful paintings brighten the walls, this highly unusual hotel is within the confines of the Royal Children's Hospital." Full review