The NunneryvsThe Larwill Studio Melbourne - Art Series
The Nunnery and Art Series - The Larwill Studio are both endorsed by professionals. Overall, The Nunnery ranks slightly higher than Art Series - The Larwill Studio. The Nunnery comes in at 83 with approval from 5 reviewers including Insight Guides, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
The Nunnery
116 Nicholson St., Fitzroy, Yarra, Victoria 3065
From $13/night
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Kitchenette
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
Insight Guides
"Offering three tiers of accommodation (hostel, guesthouse and townhouse), The Nunnery is deservedly popular. Its city-edge location faces the Carlton Gardens."
DK Eyewitness
"The clean, comfortable budget option, opposite Melbourne Museum, is the former residence of the Daughters of Charity."
Rough Guide
Star
"Attractive guesthouse in a former convent, with Brunswick St cafés and Melbourne Museum close by."
Frommer's
"It’s well suited to couples and families. The Guesthouse next door, built in the early 1900s, is also comfy, stylish, and decorated with tasteful furnishings and artwork. All rooms share bathrooms." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Nunnery oozes atmosphere, with sweeping staircases and many original features; the walls are dripping with religious works of art and ornate stained-glass windows." 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