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The Kinson

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Serene elegance by Albert Park Lake

Spacious rooms with modern decor offer stunning views of Albert Park Lake, creating a serene atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious breakfast at Mr. Percival Cafe and easy access to public transport for seamless city exploration.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Bayview Balcony

Studio Bayview Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Deluxe Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Deluxe Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

Studio Deluxe 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Bayview Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite Bayview Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite View Balcony

Junior Suite View Balcony

Junior Suite View Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Accessible Balcony

Studio Accessible Balcony

Studio Accessible Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
St. Kilda, 452, Melbourne, VIC, 3004

What's nearby

  • St Kilda Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Toorak Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Royal Botanic Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Alfred Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albert Park Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Flinders Street Station - 8 min drive
  • South Yarra Station - 18 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Long Island Brew Bar Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Commodity Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Percival - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tower Sushi & Gourmet Asian Food - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Kinson

Luxury boutique hotel near Albert Park Lake
Located close to Rod Laver Arena and Melbourne Cricket Ground, The Kinson has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Local meal delivery service, smoke-free property and meeting rooms
  • A lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 209 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 19 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 per cent

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kinson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kinson?

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kinson on 24 Nov 2025 start from NZ$241.22, including 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 at The Kinson?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Kinson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kinson?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Kinson located?

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located in a provincial park, within 2 mi (3 km) of Albert Park Lake, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Crown Casino. Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Yarra Station is 18 minutes by foot and Prahran Station is 25 minutes.

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The Kinson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 747 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, comfy bed very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariska

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy to say that the room was spotless, bed comfy & a good shower. Would not hesitate to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, the family room was perfect for 2 adults with their own space. Very clean, amazingly quiet and well located. Friendly reception staff. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, attractive, functional room that was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking needs to be included with accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and as per photos
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked a family suite. We were very happy to see we had joining rooms - one for the kids and one for my wife and I. Rooms were spacious and were very satisfied with our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Air con a bit hot over night. Good secure parking, not too expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well equipped. The front of house staff were very friendly. It was great to have parking too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, tram at your door step, coffee shop on the corner perfect and above all great service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent property!! We absolutely loved our stay! Clean, beautiful and spacious!! With safe surroundings, public transport and Ubers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room ok, staff good. Free ice and happy to supply the extra toiletries etc. TV channels were crap, probably just Aussie tv. View from wasn’t the same as room ordered. Shower head average.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAEME

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is well presented and the beds comfortable. Enjoyed the visit, and staff were most helpful with their service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sleiman

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean; The staff were freindly, but the refrigerator did not cool and the curtain would not close all the way.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lionel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Amenities
Our stay was wonderful and when we found out there was a spa bath in the room I was sooo excited, just what I needed, thankyou so much. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the design and quality of the hotel. Very helpful and friendly staff as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not bad by any means, but for the price and expectations this under-delivered. The room cleaners came into the room on a daily basis to tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location - easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025