A Melbourne retreat shaped by the river

Where the city finds its afterglow.

An imagined Melbourne retreat shaped by Yarra reflections, laneway culture, warm interiors, restorative wellness and a quietly theatrical adults-only lounge.

★★★★Four StarRiverside hotel

Melbourne skyline and Yarra River at duskColourful street art in Melbourne’s Hosier Lane
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Welcome to Lantern Yarra

Melbourne character, framed by the Yarra.

Lantern Yarra imagines a composed address beside the river. Textured stone, warm timber, deep plum velvet and brass details reflect Melbourne’s layered creative character.

Begin with excellent coffee beside the Yarra, browse the galleries around Federation Square or explore the city’s laneways, then return for a wellness ritual, seasonal dining and an unhurried evening in the lounge.

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92Rooms
20Suites
5 minTo the waterfront
24hReception

Rooms and suites

Quiet rooms above the Yarra.

Warm timber, textured linen and generous windows create restful interiors inspired by Melbourne’s bluestone lanes, river light and distinctive creative energy.

Yarra Classic Room with smoked oak and refined Australian design
2 guestsKing bed32 m²

Yarra Classic Room

A composed room with warm timber, natural linen, a rainfall shower and Australian botanical amenities.

Concept from AUD 340 per night
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Laneway Balcony Room with refined seating and private city-facing balcony
2 guestsKing bed41 m²

Laneway Balcony Room

Full-height doors open to a private balcony, bringing tree-lined streets and Melbourne’s afternoon light inside.

Concept from AUD 460 per night
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Spacious Lantern Yarra Junior Suite with refined contemporary Australian interiors
3 guestsKing bed56 m²

Lantern Yarra Junior Suite

A generous suite with a separate sitting room, deep bath, local design details and glimpses of the Yarra below.

Concept from AUD 660 per night
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City Panorama Suite with a luxurious salon and panoramic river views
4 guestsKing bed90 m²

City Panorama Suite

Our signature suite pairs a private salon and sculptural bath with a terrace overlooking the city lights.

Concept from AUD 1,020 per night
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Signature experiences

Melbourne, thoughtfully composed.

From first-light coffee to dinner after dusk, each experience draws on Victorian produce, Melbourne’s creative culture and the rhythm of the river.

Melbourne breakfast with artisan bread, seasonal fruit and specialty coffee01

Morning ritual

Breakfast by the Yarra

Warm sourdough, seasonal fruit, house pastries and eggs prepared to order arrive with exceptional coffee and views over the Yarra.

Daily 06:30–10:30
Weekend Until 11:00 am
Reserve breakfast →
Refined modern Australian dining room with warm copper lighting02

Seasonal cuisine

Gum & Granite Dining Room

Victorian produce, regional seafood and modern Australian cooking meet a considered drinks list in a room of bluestone, timber and brass.

Dinner Tuesday–Sunday
Service 17:30–22:00
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Beyond the hotel

Laneways & Federation Square

Explore Hosier Lane, discover Federation Square or spend an afternoon in the galleries and gardens along the Yarra.

Concierge Tailored daily
Departure From 08:00
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Elegant adults-only casino lounge with midnight blue velvet seating and warm copper light18+

Adults-only evening entertainment

The Velvet Hour Room, after dusk.

Our intimate, casino-inspired lounge is a design concept for conversation and music, with deep plum velvet, walnut seating and the warm glow of sculptural lamps. No gambling is offered.

The imagined space celebrates a slower Melbourne evening with considered lighting, excellent drinks and an easy sense of occasion.

Opening hoursDaily · 18:00–02:00
Dress guidanceSmart casual

Fictional design concept. The lounge offers no gambling, wagering or casino games.

Serene Melbourne spa with limestone, warm timber and soft daylight

A slower rhythm

Wellness inspired by warmth, water and calm.

A restorative sequence of steam, gentle heat, quiet rest and considered treatments designed for a slower stay in Melbourne.

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Bluestone Sauna

Gentle dry heat, warm timber and a quiet place to unwind above the city.

02

Botanical Steam

Soft botanical aromas in a beautifully detailed stone chamber.

03

River Quiet Lounge

Deep daybeds, herbal infusions and soft daylight above the river.

04

Massage Treatments

Personalised rituals using Australian botanicals and carefully blended aromatics.

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Seasonal packages

Melbourne stays, beautifully arranged.

Thoughtful escapes bringing together elegant rooms, modern Australian dining and the creative rhythm of Melbourne.

01Two-night stay

Melbourne Laneway Weekend

A city break shaped around coffee, art-filled lanes and a leisurely late check-out.

  • Two nights in a Yarra Classic Room
  • Daily breakfast
  • Welcome aperitif for two
  • Late Sunday check-out
Valid Friday–Sunday, subject to availability
Concept rate from AUD 850 for two
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02Rest and restore

Urban Wellness Escape

A restorative stay with generous time set aside for complete relaxation.

  • Laneway Balcony Room
  • 60-minute massage per guest
  • Private wellness access
  • Nourishing breakfast
Available Sunday–Thursday through November
Concept rate from AUD 1,160 for two
Request offer
03Sunday–Thursday

Melbourne Midweek

Extra space, a slower pace and a curated look at Melbourne’s art and architecture.

  • Two-night junior suite stay
  • Breakfast each morning
  • Guided gallery and laneway experience
  • Wellness access
Selected midweek dates outside holidays
Concept rate from AUD 1,490 for two
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04A special occasion

Evening by the Yarra

A private waterfront escape with thoughtful details for a celebration.

  • Lantern Yarra Junior Suite
  • Australian seasonal dinner for two
  • Welcome sparkling wine and flowers
  • Breakfast served in-suite
Available year-round with five days’ notice
Request a tailored offer
Plan your stay

Local discovery

Melbourne, from river walks to art-filled lanes.

Lantern Yarra is an imagined starting point for river walks, local flavours, Melbourne’s galleries and its layered neighbourhoods.

Melbourne skyline and river at dusk
Along the water

Yarra River Walks

Follow the Yarra past Southbank, riverside gardens and the city’s bridges.

Art-filled lanes near Melbourne, Australia
Art-filled lanes

Hosier Lane & Beyond

Discover murals, small galleries and independent cafés among Melbourne’s laneways.

Modern seasonal dish inspired by Australian produce
Local flavour

Victorian Flavours

Discover Victorian produce, celebrated coffee and Melbourne’s inventive neighbourhood kitchens.

Contemporary Melbourne gallery showcasing Australian art and design
Cultural capital

Art & Design Culture

Explore the NGV, independent studios and contemporary Australian design.

Imagined moments

★★★★★
A quiet morning beside the Yarra, excellent coffee and a room that feels entirely your own.
The Yarra · Morning
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An afternoon between riverside galleries, bluestone lanes and the city’s trams.
Southbank · Afternoon
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A spa ritual, a slow dinner and the city lights reflected across the Yarra.
The hotel · Evening
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Notes from Melbourne

Explore this hotel concept through Melbourne stories, art and design notes and ideas for your next city escape.

Contact and location

By Melbourne’s Yarra. Close to the city.

Our team is available for reservations, transfers, dining and special arrangements.

AddressMelbourne Southbank · concept location, Australia
ReceptionOpen 24 hours
Check-inFrom 3:00 pm
Check-outUntil 11:00 am
Contact the Hotel
  • Flinders Street Station7 min walk
  • Federation Square11 min walk
  • NGV International8 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport23 km