Reviews of The Lyall 5 stars
16 Murphy Street, South Yarra, 3141 Melbourne, Australia
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Reviewed: 4 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewGreat position . Absolutely best beds and pillows. Staff were very happy and helpful. Breakfast was yummy
Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExcellent in every aspect
Would love room service or some dinner options in room
Dear Josephine, Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your thoughts with us. We do offer in-room dining, with the menu placed in each room for your convenience with smaller plate and snack options, and I will also pass on your suggestion about dinner options to our team for review. We truly appreciate your comments and look forward to welcoming you back to The Lyall. Warm regards, The Lyall Hotel Team
Dear Josephine, Thank you for your feedback and for sharing your thoughts with us. We do offer in-room dining, with the menu placed in each room for your convenience with smaller plate and snack options, and I will also pass on your sugges… Show more
Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewno Fox sports , melbourne is the sporting capital
Dear Ross, Thank you so much for your review, we really Appreciate you taking the time to feed back & will share your point with our team here about the sports channel. We do hope to host you again here next time. Warm regards. The Lyall Management
Dear Ross, Thank you so much for your review, we really Appreciate you taking the time to feed back & will share your point with our team here about the sports channel. We do hope to host you again here next time. Warm regards. The Ly… Show more
Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewNeighborhood, vibe
Nota thing
Dear Lisa, Thank you for your kind review. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at The Lyall and appreciated both our vibrant South Yarra location and the service from our team. It’s wonderful to know the convenience of nearby trams made exploring Melbourne even easier. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Warm regards, The Lyall Management
Dear Lisa, Thank you for your kind review. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at The Lyall and appreciated both our vibrant South Yarra location and the service from our team. It’s wonderful to know the convenience of nearby t… Show more
Reviewed: 26 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewStylish, comfortable, friendly home away from home. Everything about this hotel is perfect. Staff, food and beverage, location and value. Highly recommended.
I loved everything about The Lyall.
Dear Patricia, Thank you for your glowing review. We’re truly delighted to hear The Lyall felt like a home away from home and that every element of your stay—from our team and dining to the location and overall comfort—met your expectations. Your kind recommendation means a great deal to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful visit. Warm regards, The Lyall Management
Dear Patricia, Thank you for your glowing review. We’re truly delighted to hear The Lyall felt like a home away from home and that every element of your stay—from our team and dining to the location and overall comfort—met your expectation… Show more
Reviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful boutique hotel in a great location. Large room, great bathroom with bath and stylish decor. Would stay there again and highly recommend.
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Dear Gary, Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at The Lyall — from the spacious room and beautifully appointed bathroom to our stylish décor and convenient location. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful stay. Warm regards, The Lyall Management
Dear Gary, Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at The Lyall — from the spacious room and beautifully appointed bathroom to our stylish décor and convenient location. Your recommendation is trul… Show more
Reviewed: 9 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful rooms. Very comfortable. Very well maintained
Nothing really
Dear Matt, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found the rooms beautiful, comfortable, and well maintained. It’s always rewarding to know our efforts are making a positive impact. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind Regards, The Lyall Management
Dear Matt, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found the rooms beautiful, comfortable, and well maintained. It’s always rewarding to know our efforts are making a positive impact. We hope to welcome you ba… Show more
Reviewed: 27 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe entire experience was fantastic, from check-in through to check-out. Beautiful rooms, incredibly comfortable with every amenity you could wish for, and very friendly, professional staff. In room dining had a quick turn-around and the food was delicious!
There wasn't anything that we didn't like.
Dear Adrian, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your entire experience — from check-in to check-out — was fantastic. It’s especially rewarding to know that you found the rooms beautifully appointed and comfortable, and that our in-room dining and team service exceeded expectations. We’re committed to providing every amenity and touch that makes a stay truly memorable, and your kind words affirm that effort. We’re so pleased there was nothing you didn’t like, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another seamless and enjoyable stay. Warm regards, The Lyall Management
Dear Adrian, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your entire experience — from check-in to check-out — was fantastic. It’s especially rewarding to know that you found the rooms beautifully appointed and comf… Show more
Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe Lyall is superb. Elegant & welcoming. The rooms are next level, comfortable, warm or cool, spacious in warm natural tones. The restaurant is perfect for breakfast and lunch & the staff are friendly and efficient. Location is the best in Melbourne. We will always stay at The Lyall. Thank you Sandy & James
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Reviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewPosition and size
Lacks charm
Dear Karina, Thank you for your recent stay and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with us, even with Melbourne’s unpredictable weather! We do, however, regret to hear that style of The Lyall didn’t quite meet your expectations but we do hope to welcome you back again in the future for your next stay. Warm regards, The Lyall Management
Dear Karina, Thank you for your recent stay and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with us, even with Melbourne’s unpredictable weather! We do, however, regret to hear that style of … Show more