The NunneryvsThe Savoy Hotel On Little Collins Melbourne
Both properties are endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Nunnery is the choice of most writers compared to Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne. The Nunnery is ranked #12 in Melbourne with accolades from 5 reviewers like Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Insight Guides.
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 Savoy Hotel On Little Collins Melbourne
630 Little Collins St., Melbourne, Victoria 3000
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"The hotel caters to youthful business travelers by offering big-hotel amenities at a lower price point."
Lonely Planet
"Somewhat truncated rooms... do offer a concoction of traditional hotel comforts, bright colours and contemporary furnishings." Full review
Star Service
"Opposite the bustling Spencer Street Station, this fine hotel for frugal business and leisure travelers offers updated modern interiors and a snap-to staff at rates that are half what the competition charges." Full review
Time Out
"This Art Deco gem with a heritage façade may look like a budget-breaking accommodation option but it is actually a surprisingly affordable choice." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Stunning internal glass and steel windows, plush furniture and art-deco touches, like patterned carpet. About three-quarters of guests are corporate, but don't let them hog the 163 elegant rooms." Full review