Series - The Larwill Studio
Artsy and playful — Scandi-minimalist bones with Larwill's bold, childlike colour blasted across every room. More creative crash pad than grand hotel, but polished enough to feel deliberate. The art integration goes deeper than most 'art hotels': there's a free art tour led by an in-house Art Advocate, an art library, and art utensils guests can actually use.
Corner Parkview King rooms face both Royal Park and the CBD skyline — worth the upgrade
Why It Matters
One of a small handful of Australian hotels genuinely built around a single artist's vision. David Larwill's expressionist paintings — animated figures, graffiti-tinged slogans, colour everywhere — don't just hang on walls; they're used as the design language throughout. The hotel holds Ecotourism Australia certification and is a Michelin Guide listed property.
The Larwill Studio is a 4-star boutique hotel in Melbourne's Parkville suburb, part of the Art Series Hotels collection under Accor. All 96 rooms — called Workspaces — are hung with original and printed works by the late David Larwill, a Ballarat-born figurative expressionist who co-founded Melbourne's Roar Studios in Fitzroy. The building sits in the commercial precinct of the Royal Children's Hospital on Flemington Road, with Royal Park an 8-minute walk away and the CBD a 10-minute tram ride down the road.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Larwill King
The entry-level room. Work desk, Art Series signature bed, 47-inch TV with 15 Foxtel channels and 3 movies, minibar with local produce, microwave, safe, and Larwill artworks on the walls. No park view, but a solid, well-equipped base. Bathrobes and slippers available on request.
1 King · 29 sqm
Larwill Parkview Corner King
The best room in the house. Floor-to-ceiling corner windows giving dual aspects over Royal Park and the CBD skyline. The city lights at night are genuinely spectacular from up here. Still 29 sqm — the hotel doesn't do suites — but you get the drama of the view to compensate. Same Larwill artworks and signature fittings as all other rooms.
1 King · 29 sqm
Larwill Parkview King
Same size as the standard King but facing Royal Park. Good for a morning coffee with greenery in front of you. All the Larwill art touches — the view just adds something worth waking up for.
1 King · 29 sqm
Larwill Parkview Twin
Two double beds facing the parklands. Works well for families or two guests who want separate beds without giving up the park outlook. All standard Larwill fittings included.
2 Double · 29 sqm
Larwill Twin
Same footprint and fittings as the Larwill King but with two double beds — ideal for friends or parents travelling with an older child. Art Series signature comforts throughout, Larwill artworks, minibar, microwave. No park view.
2 Double · 29 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel maintains its own art library for guests. Books about David Larwill and broader Australian contemporary art available to read during your stay.
Complimentary guided tour of David Larwill's works throughout the hotel, led by the hotel's dedicated Art Advocate. Learn about the artist's expressionist style, his founding of Roar Studios in Fitzroy, his influences (CoBrA, Jean Dubuffet, the Angry Penguins), and the specific works hanging in the public spaces and rooms.
Art materials available for guests who want to get creative during their stay — a natural extension of the Larwill Studio ethos.
Bright orange bicycles available for hire, perfect for riding through Royal Park to Melbourne Zoo or down toward the CBD.
Guests have access to a gym facility. References across multiple sources point to The Gym Melbourne at the Royal Children's Hospital complex immediately adjacent to the hotel. Fitness classes also available.
Larwill-branded Smart Cars are available for guest use to explore beyond walking distance. Eco-friendly and easy to drive around Parkville and the inner city.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Fully wheelchair accessible throughout including lifts from main entrance and car park. Automatic front doors. Roll-in shower available.
3 meeting rooms. Largest room 160 sqm / 1,722 sqft with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Melbourne skyline. Capacity up to 120 seated, 80 for banquets. State-of-the-art AV, data projectors, flexible layouts. Can be split into two private spaces.
Available in all rooms and public areas.
ATM machine on-premises. Note: hotel itself is fully cashless and only accepts cards.
Limited room service available.
All rooms include 47-inch TVs with 15 Foxtel channels, 3 movies, and a dedicated art channel.
Outdoor landscaped gardens suitable for picnics and exercise.
The Larwill Studio does not have a swimming pool.
In-house concierge for sightseeing, transport, and activity recommendations.
Front desk staffed around the clock.
The property holds Sustainable Tourism Certification from Ecotourism Australia.
Undercover parking available at AUD $28 per night (pre-booked, subject to availability). Casual hourly rate available with a daily maximum of AUD $34. Smart-card access. Street parking on Flemington Road is free after 6:30pm and on weekends.
No spa or wellness facility on-site.
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