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Moody, design-forward Melbourne boutique. Dark woods and brass lamps, curvaceous mirrors, commissioned artworks by Rosie Woods, Ryan Foote, Lulu Zagame and Karl Gordon. The vibe is cool and modern without being pretentious — think carefully sourced minibars stocked with Australian whisky and a lobby fireplace you'll actually sit beside.
Request the Zagame's Suite (Neon Suite) — 50sqm with a separate lounge, double sinks, and a shower you could genuinely do a hula hoop in
Why It Matters
Ranked #2 of 186 Melbourne hotels on TripAdvisor and listed on Tablet Hotels, Zagame's House has carved out a genuine reputation on Lygon Street for its tech-forward rooms — bathroom mirrors with three lighting settings, Marshall Bluetooth speakers, Muk infrared hairdryers, pillow menus — and its two on-site hospitality anchors: Zagame Bros Coffee Co. (casual breakfast/brunch café) and Lord Lygon Wine Bar + Restaurant with a 300+ bottle wine list overseen by a resident sommelier. No pool, but the gym runs 24 hours.
Zagame's House is a 97-room boutique hotel on Lygon Street in Carlton — Melbourne's so-called Little Italy — that opened in May 2019 after an $18 million gut renovation by brothers Victor and Robert Zagame. The building's exterior is marked by bold graffiti-style 'Z' lettering and neon signage. Inside, dark timber, marble, and brass run throughout, with an open-plan lobby that feels more like a private members' club than a hotel check-in desk.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Deluxe Corner King
The sweet spot in the lineup. Corner positioning means tall windows and sweeping CBD views. At 30sqm you get meaningfully more space, and the room comes with a cocktail kit on top of the standard minibar. Dark woods, curving mirrors, brass lamps, boldly patterned fabrics, and a sleek walk-in rainfall shower. These are also the rooms approved for pet-friendly stays.
King · 30 sqm
Superior King
Two extra square metres over the Urban King, same sleek design language. Dark-wood furniture, brass lamps, curvaceous mirrors, and a hound's-tooth-patterned chair at the wooden desk. The bathroom has a walk-in rainfall shower and the same three-setting mirror. Essentially the Urban King but with a bit more breathing room.
King · 26 sqm
Superior Twin
Same layout and specs as the Superior King but with twin beds instead of one king. At 26sqm it's a solid share room for friends or colleagues. Dark-wood furniture, brass lamps, curvaceous mirrors, walk-in rainfall shower, Marshall Bluetooth speaker, and the full Cowshed bath product lineup.
Twin · 26 sqm
Urban King
The entry-level room and, honestly, a solid option. At 24sqm it's compact but fitted out with dark-wood furniture, gleaming brass lamps, curvaceous mirrors, and a walk-in rainfall shower. You get a king bed in local linen and European pillows, Marshall Bluetooth speaker, Cowshed bath products, minibar, tea and coffee kit, and acoustically-panelled walls. Bathroom mirrors have three distinct light settings.
King · 24 sqm
Zagame's Suite
Also marketed as the Neon Suite, this is the hotel's flagship accommodation at 50sqm. Separate bedroom and lounge room give you room to spread out, and the bathroom has double sinks and a shower that the hotel describes as 'big enough to hula hoop in.' The extra space suits a small informal meeting, a cosy dinner-in, or just the luxury of not sitting on your bed to put on shoes. Full suite amenities including cocktail kit.
King · 50 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Board games and puzzles are available to borrow from the hotel for in-room or communal use.
In-room movie streaming is complimentary for all guests. The hotel curates a selection of current films — recent listings included Superman, Naked Gun, Elio, and London Calling. The Zagame's Suite (Neon Suite) also includes complimentary movie access as a package inclusion.
Two unique conference spaces available for up to 50 guests each. Suitable for residential conferences, product launches, small gala dinners, weddings (20–100 guests), boardroom meetings, and team-building events. State-of-the-art plug-and-play AV included.
Dogs (and a cheeky list of mythical animals per the hotel's own marketing) are welcome at Zagame's House. Canine guests receive a 'Treat Yo Fur-baby' goodies bag on arrival, and dogs are permitted at the Lord Lygon outdoor tables. Requires pre-booking the dedicated Fur-Friendly rate in a Corner Suite.
The hotel loans out running shoes so guests can jog the bushland trails around Yarra Bend Park. A genuinely good way to see a side of Melbourne that most visitors miss.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Hotel is wheelchair accessible with reduced-mobility rooms available. Accessible parking also on-site.
Two conference rooms, each accommodating up to 50 guests. Plug-and-play AV, suitable for weddings, product launches, and business meetings.
Open fireplace in the lobby — a proper Melbourne touch for the cooler months.
An in-hotel library available for guests to browse and read.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the hotel and in all rooms.
Nightly turndown service provided. Daily housekeeping included.
Private parking available on-site at AUD $35 per day. Cannot be reserved in advance — subject to availability on arrival.
Dogs are welcome in designated Deluxe Corner King rooms. Pre-booking of the Fur-Friendly rate is required. A $140 departure deep-clean fee and AUD $300 additional pre-authorisation apply.
Dry cleaning and laundry services available. Guest-accessible laundry facilities also on-site.
Reception staffed around the clock. Guests frequently praise the team by name in reviews.
Concierge services available to assist with bookings, transportation, and local recommendations.
Luggage storage available for guests arriving before check-in or after check-out.
Fully-equipped gym open around the clock. Cardio machines, cable and pin weights, and CrossFit free weight racks. Also features kettlebells and yoga mats.
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