If you like your hotels beautiful and boujee in equal measure then listen up, because we’ve got the scoop on some swanky new digs you’ll want to check into stat.
Enter: Ovolo South Yarra, the glamorous hotel of your gram-worthy dreams.
Located next to the famed intersection of Toorak Road and Chapel Street in Melbourne’s cultural precinct, Ovolo South Yarra is a place where retro-chic and pop art meet.
One foot inside the foyer and you’ll be whipping out your phone to capture the neon fireplace with bright orange flue. And that’s only the beginning of the wow factor. As well as a concrete reception desk worth the weight of two elephants (6 tonnes), you’ll find the works of Mr Brainwash, Punk Me Tender, Ben Tankardand and the renowned Jisbar adorning the walls, making it one of the largest private art collections in any Australian Hotel.
Taking design cues from the days of disco, rock gods and glamour, the hotel’s 123 rooms infuse retro-plush, with accents of chrome and colour. Each has a musical moniker, aptly named in honour of the era’s most iconic lyrical lovers, ‘John’, ‘Yoko’, ‘Sonny’ and ‘Cher’.
While it’s hard to choose between the achingly cool rooms, you can’t go wrong with the Groovy Suite, perfect for those who love everything retro and dream about the glory days of Studio 54. There’s a plush king bed, chic lounge area to have a negroni in after a day spent eating your way around Melbourne and Bluetooth speakers so you can have your own dance party.
If you really want to push the boat out (you do) check into the Rockstar Suite. As the name suggests, it’s been fitted out for a legendary experience. Seamlessly blending new technology with retro-furnishings and custom joinery, it’s perfect for playtime, and a welcome space for an entourage. And if that’s not baller enough, the suite is also home to an original work by the master of orchestrated collision of street and pop, Mr Brainwash. Seriously, it doesn’t get much better than this.
And because you’re living that rockstar life, and it’s all about perks, Ovolo have got you sorted with a range of sweet freebies. Think: sundowner drinks at social hour, midnight treats from the free minibar, and complimentary breakfast to kickstart your day. Plus superspeed wifi, 24-hour gym access and self-service laundry to keep you looking and feeling fresh.
Hungry but don’t want to leave your cool confines? You can feed your soul at Ovolo’s restaurant Lona Misa. Brought to life by hospitality legends, and renowned Melbourne chefs Shannon Martinez of Smith & Daughters and Ian Curley of French Saloon, Kirk’s Wine Bar, this Latin-inspired menu is reason enough to check for a stay at Ovolo South Yarra.
But the best bit? Ovolo are offering a sweet 30% off your stay. That’s right, to celebrate Ovolo’s latest launch, you can enjoy their incredible digs for a fraction of the regular price. Just use, 'OVOGROOVE' at the checkout. To book, head here.
Image Credit: Ovolo
Editor's note: Urban List editors independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. Urban List has affiliate partnerships, so we get revenue from your purchase.