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The Olsen Melbourne - Art SeriesvsHotel Claremont
Both Art Series - The Olsen and Hotel Claremont are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Art Series - The Olsen scores marginally higher than Hotel Claremont. Art Series - The Olsen has a TripExpert Score of 78 with endorsements from 6 reviewers including Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Time Out.
The Olsen Melbourne - Art Series
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Time Out
Lonely Planet
637 - 641 Chapel Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria 3141
From $99/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
OysterLuxury
"This upscale boutique hotel is located in the heart of Australia’s trendy South Yarra neighborhood, which is filled with shops, restaurants and bars." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The second and largest of three artist-themed digs from Art Series Hotels, the 229-room Olsen is also the most aesthetically accessible." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Bold landscape murals from New South Wales artist John Olsen hang in the public spaces at the 229-suite property." Full review
Jetsetter "Art hotel inspired by Australian painter John Olsen, on Melbourne’s premier boutique shopping strip." Full review
Time Out "Is it an art gallery or a hotel? After resting the head here on a number of occasions, we’re still unsure what’s the best part of staying at the Olsen." Full review
Lonely Planet "This new hotel honouring artist John Olsen is where international celebs are staying these days, and we think we know why." Full review
Hotel Claremont
Frommer's
Rough Guide Oyster Lonely Planet
189 Toorak Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria 3141
From $21/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Business Center
Frommer's "The high ceilings and the mosaic tiles in the lobby welcome visitors into this old-world hotel. It's an attractive place, though sparsely furnished." Full review
Rough Guide "Restored 1886 Victorian guesthouse in the heart of South Yarra. Over 70 bright, airy dorm and private rooms with recently renovated shared bathrooms."
OysterBudget
"The hostel-style lodgings at the Hotel Claremont are geared toward travelers on a budget." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Claremont is good value, with comfortable rooms, high ceilings and shared bathrooms." Full review
