South Yarra
Retro-disco boutique. Bold pop art collides with raw brutalism and mid-century glam. Monolithic concrete reception desk, lava lamps, a neon fireplace — it's unapologetically theatrical without taking itself too seriously.
Book direct on ovolohotels.com to unlock up to 15% off and a complimentary drink at Apero Hour — it's not available elsewhere
Why It Matters
The only truly designer boutique hotel in South Yarra, and one of the few in Melbourne where the interiors are themselves a destination. The Luchetti Krelle design references music's golden era at every turn, and the four named rock star suites — each with original Mr Brainwash artwork — are genuinely one-of-a-kind.
123 rooms of full-throttle 1970s glamour at the corner of Toorak Road and Chapel Street. Think velvet furnishings, gleaming chrome, Bose speakers, and original art — all the way from the lobby's neon fireplace to the rooftop. Four rock star suites named after legendary couples (Sonny & Cher, John & Yoko) are the headliner rooms, designed by award-winning firm Luchetti Krelle. The hotel opened in 2021 and is now a partnership between Ovolo Hotels and Wyndham, as well as a member of Small Luxury Hotels.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Cosy
Steps up the comfort level with a queen bed and plush furnishings. Cosy, clever, and seriously stylish. Reviews consistently note these feel nicely proportioned despite not being large. A solid mid-tier pick.
Queen
Cosy – City View
Same as the Cosy but with city views. Queen bed. Ideal for couples who want the urban light show as a backdrop. Also the pet-friendly room category (along with base Cosy) — the V.I.Pooch package applies here.
Queen
Groovy Studio
A proper 20m² studio room — noticeably more spacious than the Snug or Cosy tiers. King or queen bed, velvet furnishings, bold pop art prints. Designed with Studio 54 in mind. Crank the Bose speaker and you'll get the point.
King or Queen · 20 sqm
Groovy Studio – City View
The room that makes most sense for couples: 30m² with a dedicated lounge space, king bed, and floor-to-ceiling city views. Best value-to-space ratio in the hotel without going full suite. Bright lights of Melbourne as your personal disco ball.
King · 30 sqm
Groovy Suite
Luxurious king suite with city views and a private lounge space with sofa bed. Star-quality finishing touches throughout. Jumps up noticeably in scale and feel from the studio tiers.
King
Groovy Twin
Two beds, full disco styling. Perfect for friends or colleagues who need separate beds without sacrificing the Ovolo design experience.
Twin
Rock Star Suite
The headline act. At 44m², two suites are available — 'Sonny & Cher' (a glittering wonderland) and 'John & Yoko' (a rebel paradise). Each features original Mr Brainwash artwork, custom furnishings, a lounge and dining area, double vanity, walk-in rain shower, and a luxurious bathtub. These feel genuinely theatrical. Book one if you can.
King · 44 sqm
Snug
The smallest room in the house at 13-14m². Sustainably designed, lavishly fitted, and proof that less genuinely can be more when the details are this good. Queen bed, compact layout, full Ovolo kit. Perfect for solo travellers who plan to sleep briefly and be out the door.
Queen · 13.5 sqmSnug – City View
Same compact 13-14m² footprint as the base Snug, but elevated with city views. For when you want to spend as little time in the room as possible, but still want something to look at.
Queen · 13.5 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Complimentary gym access is included with all stays. The hotel references this as 'external gym' access — not an in-building facility, but included and easily accessible.
Daily complimentary cocktail social hour in the lobby. The first round of drinks is on the house for direct bookers. A genuine highlight of the Ovolo experience — a chance to mingle and set the evening tone.
Six dynamic event venues accommodating up to 160 guests with audiovisual support and bespoke catering. Suitable for corporate events and weddings.
The hotel's curated Spotify playlist and music programming, reflecting the 70s/disco DNA of the property. Available via Bose Bluetooth speakers in every room.
On-site self-service laundry is included as part of the Ovolo Standard. Useful for longer stays or anyone who over-packed the festival wardrobe.
The full dog-pampering treatment. Includes stainless steel food and water bowls (frank green), premium fresh human-grade food packs (The Nosh Project), premium orthopaedic memory foam dog beds, and tennis balls to take home. Pet-friendly rooms are the Cosy and Cosy City View categories. Maximum 2 dogs.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Communal areas are wheelchair accessible. Accessible rooms available on request. Suitable for guests with sufficient mobility to manage two to three steps, with fixtures and fittings to aid balance.
High-speed WiFi throughout the hotel, included in all room rates.
Room service available to guests.
On-site self-service laundry, included as part of the Ovolo Standard for direct bookers.
Professional dry cleaning available at additional cost.
Every room includes a Bose Bluetooth speaker. Connect your own device or tune into Radio Ovolo's curated playlist.
Filtered water provided in all rooms.
Motorised electric blackout blinds in all rooms. Guest reviews specifically call these out as excellent.
Each room features an in-room WonderBar stocked with boutique snacks, drinks, gifts and merch — including Maybe Sammy bottled cocktails, St Ali beer nuts, Taittinger Champagne, and Tony's Chocolonely chocolate bars. Purchases are charged to the room.
Every room has a flat-screen smart TV with streaming apps built in — cast from your device or use the TV's own apps.
Pets accepted in Cosy and Cosy City View rooms (max 2 dogs). The V.I.Pooch package adds premium dog amenities including orthopaedic beds, frank green bowls, and gourmet food packs.
Ovolo South Yarra does not have a swimming pool.
Round-the-clock staffed front desk with concierge and tour organisation services.
Parking available at CarePark Colonnade, 538 Chapel Street, South Yarra. Hotel guests receive a discount voucher — AUD $6 per 24-hour period. Cash or card (contactless not accepted). No on-site parking.
Exclusive airport transfer services can be pre-arranged through the hotel.
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