Prince
Art deco heritage meets laid-back St Kilda pub culture. Warm and community-rooted, with a long history of LGBTQIA+ inclusivity. Less boutique-precious these days, more neighbourhood institution — locals and visitors genuinely mix here.
Book a Corner Suite for the Philippe Starck bath and the Acland Street balcony view — it's 40 sqm and worth the step up
Why It Matters
One of Melbourne's first boutique hotels, and still one of the few where you can catch a live gig, drink natural wine with the winemaker who made it, eat a Sunday roast, and sleep upstairs — all under one art deco roof. The Prince Bandroom has launched or hosted some of Australia's most celebrated acts over six decades. Formerly home to the acclaimed fine-dining restaurant Circa, which launched the careers of chefs Andrew McConnell and Ben Shewry.
The Prince is a 39-room art deco boutique hotel, pub, and live music institution that has anchored St Kilda since 1936. Raw timber furnishings, soft pastels, Grown Alchemist toiletries, and walls hung with contemporary Australian art give rooms a beachside-cool feel — you're five minutes' walk from the sand on Acland Street. But look: the hotel is as much about the ground floor as the rooms upstairs. The Prince Bandroom has been pumping out live gigs since the 1950s, and Little Prince Wine pours a thoughtful, well-traveled list every evening.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Boutique
The smallest room in the hotel, and honestly the entry point is tight. A double bed fills most of it. Good for a solo traveller or a couple who won't be spending much time up here. Raw timber touches and soft pastels keep it feeling warmer than its footprint suggests.
Double · 14 sqm
Corner Suite
The showpiece room. A generous 40 sqm studio layout with a proper living area, king bed, and a freestanding Philippe Starck bathtub. The balcony looks out over Acland Street and Port Phillip Bay. Comes with a Bose speaker and Grown Alchemist bath products. This is the one to book for a special occasion.
King · 40 sqm
Deluxe
Steps up to a queen bed and an extra six square metres that make a noticeable difference. Still compact, but comfortable for a couple. Consistent art deco-meets-beachside palette throughout.
Queen · 20 sqm
Deluxe with Bath
Same footprint territory as the Deluxe but with a king bed and an ensuite that includes a bath — the differentiator if you want a soak without going full suite.
King
Double Deluxe
Two rooms connected — one queen, one double — making it the only configuration that works for a family or a pair of friends who don't want to share a bed. 28 sqm total.
Queen + Double · 28 sqm
Premier Suite
The largest room in the hotel at 40 sqm, with a king bed, dual bathrooms, and a balcony facing Fitzroy Street. The dual bathrooms make it practical for couples or anyone who values the extra space.
King · 40 sqm
Superior
The private balcony overlooking Fitzroy Street and across Port Phillip Bay is the real sell here. At 26 sqm you have room to breathe, and the bay views from the balcony at dusk are genuinely good.
Queen · 26 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
One of Melbourne's most storied live music venues, operating since the 1950s. Dim lights, loud sets, and zero pretence. The Bandroom hosts both local and international acts across genres. Check the gig guide on the hotel website. Tickets via Oztix. Fully wheelchair accessible with lift and ramp access.
Large screens across the bar show live sport. Cold drinks and pub food on hand. Schedule posted on the hotel website.
Regular events bringing wine producers directly to Little Prince Wine for tastings and conversation. Dates vary — check the events calendar.
Every month, Little Prince Wine pours up a free tasting flight (4–6pm). No catch — just a chance to discover wines the bar is championing. Dates posted on the events page.
The hotel has approximately 100 sqm of event space including a meeting room. The iconic atrium bar, private dining room, and balcony room are available for private bookings including weddings, parties, and corporate events.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Hotel and Bandroom are fully accessible with wheelchair, lift, and ramp access throughout.
Approximately 100 sqm (1,076 sqft) of conference and meeting room space available.
No on-site gym; hotel offers discounted access to a nearby fitness facility.
Rooftop terrace with views of the Melbourne city skyline.
Prince Carpark operates 24 hours, entry via Jackson Street. Early Bird AUD $13 (arrive 6–10am, exit 2–7pm). Late Night AUD $6 (entry after 9pm, exit before 6am). Hourly rates from AUD $5. Daily max AUD $28.
Little Prince Wine curates an online store at store.theprince.com.au for direct wine purchases.
A taxi rank is located directly outside The Prince.
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