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The Kinson

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Melbourne with a 24-hour front desk

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The Kinson offers boutique accommodations near Albert Park Lake with practical amenities for any Melbourne visit. Guests appreciate in-room WiFi, self parking, and local meal delivery. The elevator provides easy access, and the notably helpful staff consistently receives praise.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Bayview Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Bayview Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Deluxe Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Deluxe Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 775 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Bayview Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite Bayview Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite View Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Junior Suite View Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Separate bedroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Accessible Balcony

Studio Accessible Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Accessible Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
St. Kilda, 452, Melbourne, VIC, 3004

What's nearby

  • St Kilda Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alfred Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Shrine of Remembrance - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rod Laver Arena - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station - 8 min drive
  • South Yarra Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Long Island Brew Bar Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Commodity Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Percival - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tower Sushi & Gourmet Asian Food - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Kinson

Luxury boutique hotel near Albert Park Lake
Located close to Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Cricket Ground, The Kinson has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), local meal delivery service, and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 209 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and recycling

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 25 per night)

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Portable shower seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kinson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kinson?

As of Dec 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kinson on Dec 23, 2025 start from $127.18, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at The Kinson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kinson?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Kinson located?

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in a provincial park, within 2 mi (3 km) of Albert Park Lake, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and Crown Casino. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Yarra Station is 18 minutes by foot and Prahran Station is 25 minutes.

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The Kinson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 790 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 790 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 790 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 790 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 790 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, comfy bed very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariska

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy to say that the room was spotless, bed comfy & a good shower. Would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, attractive, functional room that was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, the family room was perfect for 2 adults with their own space. Very clean, amazingly quiet and well located. Friendly reception staff. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property. Lots of food options nearby and the tram is just a couple of minutes walk away linking you to the city. Parking is connected and you can take the elevator up to your room. Staff is helpful. The 10am check out is a bit early compared to typical times but overall a good place to stay in Melbourne.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very large and clean. Staff were very nice and helpful. Had to ask for saucepans but was delivered without any problems. Good location to catch trams. Easy access to CBD
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked a family suite. We were very happy to see we had joining rooms - one for the kids and one for my wife and I. Rooms were spacious and were very satisfied with our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well equipped. The front of house staff were very friendly. It was great to have parking too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and as per photos
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, tram at your door step, coffee shop on the corner perfect and above all great service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent property!! We absolutely loved our stay! Clean, beautiful and spacious!! With safe surroundings, public transport and Ubers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammad Bin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Junior Suite was smaller than the Deluxe Studio in terms of practical space and the bathroom was much better in the Deluxe Studio. We stayed in both as our flight was cancelled and the staff were very accommodating in finding a room for us instantly at a great price. The staff throughout the staff were great especially Arsalan who usually worked the night shift. Location is close to the CBD via any means of transport. The small room for improvement areas would be the air con in the rooms isn’t strong enough and takes way too long to be at a comfortable temperature and the pillows aren’t great. Overall we enjoyed staying at The Kinson and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at this property l would have no hesitation staying again on our next visit to Melbourne, rooms and facilities are very modern a nice kitchen to prepare a meal and the hotel is located in a very good area of Melbourne with easy tram connections to the city and last a nice restaurant is downstairs with great pizza available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room ok, staff good. Free ice and happy to supply the extra toiletries etc. TV channels were crap, probably just Aussie tv. View from wasn’t the same as room ordered. Shower head average.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Amenities
Our stay was wonderful and when we found out there was a spa bath in the room I was sooo excited, just what I needed, thankyou so much. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the design and quality of the hotel. Very helpful and friendly staff as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel in a fab location. The staff are kind and helpful. Had a very comfortable sleep in the cosy bed. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

sonthe

The room was large and well maintained, but the occupants next door were rowdy, constantly arguing, shouting, crying and fighting among themselves, and played loud music all night long. In frustration, my wife went down to complain to the front desk staff. They came up to the floor, stood outside and knocked on the door but didn't get any response. They said they couldn't enter the room, and left after 10 minutes, leaving the messy situation unresolved. Frustrated and unsatisfied guest... Sonthe Nguyen
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice property with very attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and Viva restaurant attached to hotel had incredible service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very conveniently located near St Kilda trams to CBD.The rooms were modern ,clean and well maintained. Our room had a great outlook. An good Italian restaurant downstairs was a plus
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briohny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to restaurants of south yarra and Albert park Well appointed room and very well priced
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025