Albany Hotel Melbourne in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

General Description:	The albany experience is really unique. Nestled into south yarra, single of melbourne’s greatest exclusive areas, the hotel finds itself within walking distance of melbourne’s prime shopping area, chapel street whilst being directly connected to the city only 2 kilometers away. It also has the pleasure of being conveniently located to many of the cities greatest popular tourist attractions such as the melbourne cricket ground, (mcg), impressive prix circuit, national gallery of victoria (ngv), federation square, victoria and prahran markets, rod laver tennis centre and the us embassy. The hotel is set amid a backdrop of parkland right between fawkner park and the botanical gardens and only minutes from many great restaurants for which melbourne has become renown. Trams are easily accessible. With its recently refurbished interior-the albany exudes character, offering the only 1960s inspired boutique hotel accommodation in melbourne. This theme is sprinkled throughout the albany in its understated nostalgic decor, giving the property a warm, individual atmosphere where the emphasis is on you. many of our guests return time after time during their visits to melbourne; after all we are boutique, so we remember your name and know what you like. With seasonal accommodation packages to suit every traveller, the albany prides itself on exceptional client care. The albanys central location in south yarra means that melbournes best attractions are easily accessible, and the albany can take you to any of them in style. We offer melbourne*s only flattering chauffeur service ensuring that you arrive at your destination in the elegance and comfort of a rolls royce or bentley. This specialty service is available on thursday, friday and saturday nights for the exclusive privilege of hotel guests within the cbd. We celebrate the simple things in life, so find out why our guests continue to return to the albany.
Attractions:	Walk through the royal botanic gardens & visit the shrine of remembrance Enjoy lunch at the botanical hotel featuring illustrious chef paul wilson (2 minute walk from the hotel) Explore the shops & cafes of toorak road & chapel street Have a hit of tennis at the courts across the road Visit the victorian arts centre, melbourne concert hall & national art gallery
Cancellation Policy:	Valid for 01apr08-25sep08, 28sep08-30oct08, 09nov08-23dec08, 26dec08-29dec08, 01jan09-18jan09, 02feb09-26feb09, 03mar09-05mar09, 10mar09-12mar09, 17mar09-19mar09, 30mar09-31mar09: - 1 nights cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled 48 hours or less prior to travel. - no refund in the event of a no-show. Valid for 26sep08-27sep08, 31oct08-08nov08, 24dec08-25dec08, 30dec08-31dec08, 19jan09-01feb09, 27feb09-02mar09, 06mar08-09mar09, 13mar09-16mar09, 20mar09-23mar09-29mar09: - 1 nights cancellation fee will be charged for bookings cancelled 30 days or less prior to travel. - no refund in the event of a no-show.
Car Parking:	Free limited off street parking (subject to availability)
Checkin Policy:	Credit card is prerequisite on arrival.
Checkin Time:	1400 hours
Checkout Time:	1000 hours
Child Policy:	Complimentary if under 5 and using existing bedding. Additional $15 for children aged 5 - 12, payable on arival. Please indicate children in the comments section when booking and refer to greatest room capacity.
Dining:	1.
Location:	Melbourne city area
Location Description:	Located 2 km from the melbourne cbd and 540 miles south of sydney
Rooms:	Standard queen room - yes – you guessed it. The word standard means what it says. Soon to be renovated, these are our lead in rooms and therefore acquire our best prices attached to them. They are great value and all acquire en suite bathrooms, tv’s, foxtel, in residence movies, lofty speed internet, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, iron and boards, telephone/clock radio and actually snug queen beds with soft linen. We challenge you to find a better priced room in south yarra. Superior room - having recently undergone a soft renovation the better rooms all acquire new snug beds, either king or queen and a whole new funky style. Some even acquire glossy floorboards. With new linen, mini bars, tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, iron and board, telephone/clock radio, television, foxtel and in residence movies, lofty speed internet, they are both accommodating and well priced. Executive king room - yes – you guessed it. The word standard means what it says. Soon to be renovated, these are our lead in rooms and therefore acquire our best prices attached to them. They are great value and all acquire en suite bathrooms, tv’s, foxtel, in residence movies, lofty speed internet, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, iron and boards, telephone/clock radio and actually snug queen beds with soft linen. We challenge you to find a better priced room in south yarra. Standard twin room - yes – you guessed it. The word standard means what it says. Soon to be renovated, these are our lead in rooms and therefore acquire our best prices attached to them. They are great value and all acquire en suite bathrooms, tv’s, foxtel, in residence movies, lofty speed internet, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, iron and boards, telephone/clock radio and actually snug queen/single beds with soft linen. We challenge you to find a better priced room in south yarra. Superior twin room - having recently undergone a soft renovation the better rooms all acquire new snug beds, either split king or queen/single and a whole new funky style. Some even acquire glossy floorboards. With new linen, mini bars, tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, iron and board, telephone/clock radio, television, foxtel and in residence movies, lofty speed internet, they are both accommodating and well priced. 2 bedroom apartment - this 2 bedroom is fully eq w kitchen, living/dining area. Bathroom has separate shower mstr b/room, smaller 2nd b/room. Rates are for 2 adults, extra guests $35. Credit card required upon check-in. 1 bedroom apartment - a one b/room apmt has a fully eq kitch/dining room, b/room with queen bed and sep living locality with large windows onto leafy millswyn st. There is also an intercon room upon request. Rate based on a maximum on 2 adults. Credit card required upon check-in Spa suite - our executive room with a twist. . Our spa rooms are about to be renovated but Let’s face it, its all about the bar and the spa, which before you get any ideas. Accommodates two folk at a time. Grab something out of the mini bar, fill up the tub and turn on the jets. Twice the size of an executive room they include all of the mod cons including lofty speed internet access, on demand movies, tea and coffee things, irons and boards and when the spa is done and dusted, simply fall into your actually snug bed. Mansion suite - ok – now we’re talking. The mansion rooms are our suites and they are all located in our heritage listed mansion. The 15 foot ceilings contribute to an amazing feeling of space. All acquire a fireplace (best not to shining them) and some acquire gorgeous chandeliers. All of them acquire a sitting locality (so you don’t acquire to entertain on your bed …unless of course that’s the idea). Throughout the room there is so much to do, raid the mini bar, log onto the lofty speed internet, watch foxtel or an in-house movie on the largest flat screen tv’s in the hotel, make tea or coffee, do a spot of ironing or simply lie down on your actually snug king bed and be smothered in the softest doona and pillows. So much to do, so petite time…..We don’t suggest you stay in one alone……… Standby room - this is the same deal as our standard room with all the same features but is a ‘room only deal’!! Standard queen 2+ night stay room - what could be better than a great rate in our standard room in a geewizzy location?? They all acquire snug queen size beds! This rate is for a 2 night min stay!
Transportation:	Melways location 58 5 2 A taxi ride from the airport is approximately $55.00. Alternatively you can take the shuttle bus to the city and then catch the number 8 tram until domain road.
General Facilities:	Baby sitting service, broadband internet access, cocktail bar, conference facilities, faxing facilities, gymnasium, internet access, laundry facilities, lift, lounge, massage service, parking facilities, reception, eatery, tour desk
Room Facilities:	Air-conditioning, colour television, ensuite (private bathroom), guest laundry, hairdryer, iron / ironing board, modem / data port connection, non smoking rooms, pay tv, pay-per-view movies, radio, refrigerator, tea / coffee making facilities, telephone, minibar, laundry service, microwave, safe deposit pack, self catering (full kitchen), spa