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The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series

5.0 star property
Travelers enjoy Chinese cuisine, salon services, and fitness options at this boutique hotel near Melbourne's attractions, with free WiFi in common areas

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Art Series - The Cullen in central Melbourne offers a refined boutique experience. Guests can dine at two on-site Chinese restaurants, work out at the gym, or schedule hair salon services. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff and free WiFi in public spaces.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
The current price is ￥15,960
￥17,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Studio Suite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony (Deluxe Studio Suite Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Studio Suite Twin)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed (Studio Suite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 2 Bedrooms (Two Bedroom Studio Dual Key)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Two Bedroom Dual Key)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Studio Suite Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio (Street Art Studio Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Penthouse, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, City View (Cullen Open Plan Suite)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • City view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Studio, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Prahran, a neighborhood in Melbourne, The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Melbourne Arts Centre, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Jam Factory and Queen Victoria Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Melbourne Cricket Ground or Rod Laver Arena. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Melbourne travel guide
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3181, VIC, Prahran, 164 Commercial Rd

What's nearby

  • Cool door to a trendy shop on Chapel street, Melbourne.
    Chapel Street
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Prahran Market on Australia Day. Guess everyone's gone away for the long weekend!
    Prahran Market
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jam Factory featuring heritage elements
    Jam Factory
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Vintage Melbourne W-Class Tram Images in St Kilda with fun fair rides in the background; Shutterstock ID 723153298; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand bu
    St Kilda Road
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Alfred Hospital
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Prahran Station
    5 min walk
  • Flinders Street Station
    13 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Bar
    3 min walk
  • The Osborne
    2 min walk
  • The Emerson Rooftop Bar and Club
    1 min walk
  • Market Lane Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Noodle World
    3 min walk

About this property

The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series

Luxury boutique hotel near Alfred Hospital
Located close to Jam Factory and Rod Laver Arena, The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series provides a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 118 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,442 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 7 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 70.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: AUD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Art Series Cullen
Art Series Cullen Hotel
Art Series Cullen Hotel Prahran
Art Series Cullen Prahran
Cullen Art Series
Art Series - The Cullen Greater Melbourne/Prahran
Art Series - The Cullen Hotel Melbourne
Art Series The Cullen
The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series Hotel
The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series Prahran
The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series Hotel Prahran

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series on Mar 15, 2026 start from ￥15,960, 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 40 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series located?

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 15-minute walk of Jam Factory and Alfred Hospital. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km). Prahran Station is only a 5-minute walk and South Yarra Station is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather

It was great but would have been better if there was restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Marsha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed and pillows were not great and cleaning was on and off. Decor was fun. Reception staff were lovely and location was great. Dozens of wonderful restaurants nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super comfy and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well equipped with a kitchenette (including full sized fridge) and everything was very clean. Great location. Beds were a tad too soft though. Highly recommended overall though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

M.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Wonderful kind front desk service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great find! Central location, pleasant staff with an easy check in, and a very comfortable room. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Roslyn

Liked: Amenities
A nice stay at The Cullen. The staff were very helpful and polite. The rooms could do with a little update and a deep clean. There was a pile of (what looked like) plaster dust in the bathroom. Great location amongst the bustle of South Yarra. Would visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to both train & tram options. Across road from Prahan market. Lots of cafe's in area, next to grassed area and playground. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area nice room with balcony loved the extra touches staff were very unfriendly never even looked up from desk to greet us we were very jet lagged and was woken up every morning by work men at 8am banging about in the rooms above we were thinking of staying an extra few days but have moved on to a near by property shame
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are always very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel, excellent location, friendly staff. I stayed for 2 weeks and enjoyed every day.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, room size was generous with lots of spare space, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good location and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great simple and comfortable accommodation with no frills.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geri Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutey adored my stay at the Cullen. Incredible water pressure and amenities, the staff is so accommodating and location is incredible. I would even recommend locals to go here for a staycation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very spacious rooms. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good stay

Good stay, location near the markets was good for us. Clean rooms, all staff interactions were good. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern with very good amenities. Bonus having a window you can open for fresh air. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay

Love staying at The Cullen. So central to everything and lovely feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very compact design. Love the art. Very strong shower pressure. Clean modern. There is also roadside parking
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service and a fantastic hotel in a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the artwork in the hotel - very different staff is very friendly. hotel is convenient for dining and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023