The Royce

Melbourne, Australia

About the hotel

Style
Boutique
Rooms
100

"A boutique hotel inspired by the Gilded Age of travel, The Royce Hotel boasts Art Deco-inspired interiors, a glamorous bar and a sumptuous breakfast restaurant."

Reopened in 2023 after two years of renovations, The Royce Hotel is back – and better than ever. Boutique in size and inspired by the Gilded Age of hotel travel, The Royce makes for a chic stay in Melbourne.

The building that houses the hotel began its life in 1927 as a luxury car showroom commissioned by Charles Keller, racehorse owner and car dealer extraordinaire, who is also thought to be the first person in Melbourne to own a car. Today, the hotel draws its inspiration from the history of that glamorously lavish showroom and from the iconic Rolls-Royce for which it is named.

Art Deco accents and nods to Gilded Age glamour are evident throughout the property, with a subtle interpretation of that design extending to the guest rooms. Nods to the 1920s and 30s present in curved headboards, velvet chaise lounges and sleek bathrooms. Interiors are set in shades of grey, white and navy blue with accents of chrome and glossy black. Good-sized windows let in plenty of natural light, and...   Show more
Reopened in 2023 after two years of renovations, The Royce Hotel is back – and better than ever. Boutique in size and inspired by the Gilded Age of hotel travel, The Royce makes for a chic stay in Melbourne.

The building that houses the hotel began its life in 1927 as a luxury car showroom commissioned by Charles Keller, racehorse owner and car dealer extraordinaire, who is also thought to be the first person in Melbourne to own a car. Today, the hotel draws its inspiration from the history of that glamorously lavish showroom and from the iconic Rolls-Royce for which it is named.

Art Deco accents and nods to Gilded Age glamour are evident throughout the property, with a subtle interpretation of that design extending to the guest rooms. Nods to the 1920s and 30s present in curved headboards, velvet chaise lounges and sleek bathrooms. Interiors are set in shades of grey, white and navy blue with accents of chrome and glossy black. Good-sized windows let in plenty of natural light, and the spaces are comfortable and attractive. Even so, some guests may find that the design aesthetic borders on a little plain, though that can be avoided if you spring for one of the fabulous Loft Suites, which are done up in a New York-loft style with a luxurious European twist: think towering ceilings, double-height windows and fabulous design throughout.

Begin your day with breakfast at The Terrace, which features dining spaces both indoors and out with artsy design and painstaking attention to detail. Dining here might mean enjoying raisin brioche French toast brûlée, spanner crab chilli scrambled eggs or goat’s curd and avocado on sourdough. For a particularly memorable meal, opt for the Royce Champagne Breakfast and indulge in a fabulous spread of poached eggs, gravlax, salmon roe, crumpets and – of course – Champagne. For lunch, high tea or a drink later on, visit the Showroom Bar, which is a glossy and glamorous spot for an early lunch or dinner and drinks later in the evening. The bar bites here are fabulously indulgent – think chicken liver pâté éclairs or slow-cured Ora King salmon – while the seafood and meat-dominant menu of mains features dishes such as Parwan Prime Angus eye fillet and sous-vide lobster.

Hotel amenities

Air conditioning
Laundry/valet service
Restaurant
Room service
Wheelchair access
Lounges/bars
Business centre
Internet complimentary
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Reopened in 2023 after two years of renovations, The Royce Hotel is back – and better than ever. Boutique in size and inspired by the Gilded Age of hotel travel, The Royce makes for a chic stay in Melbourne.

The building that houses the hotel began its life in 1927 as a luxury car showroom commissioned by Charles...   Show more
Reopened in 2023 after two years of renovations, The Royce Hotel is back – and better than ever. Boutique in size and inspired by the Gilded Age of hotel travel, The Royce makes for a chic stay in Melbourne.

The building that houses the hotel began its life in 1927 as a luxury car showroom commissioned by Charles Keller, racehorse owner and car dealer extraordinaire, who is also thought to be the first person in Melbourne to own a car. Today, the hotel draws its inspiration from the history of that glamorously lavish showroom and from the iconic Rolls-Royce for which it is named.

Art Deco accents and nods to Gilded Age glamour are evident throughout the property, with a subtle interpretation of that design extending to the guest rooms. Nods to the 1920s and 30s present in curved headboards, velvet chaise lounges and sleek bathrooms. Interiors are set in shades of grey, white and navy blue with accents of chrome and glossy black. Good-sized windows let in plenty of natural light, and the spaces are comfortable and attractive. Even so, some guests may find that the design aesthetic borders on a little plain, though that can be avoided if you spring for one of the fabulous Loft Suites, which are done up in a New York-loft style with a luxurious European twist: think towering ceilings, double-height windows and fabulous design throughout.

Begin your day with breakfast at The Terrace, which features dining spaces both indoors and out with artsy design and painstaking attention to detail. Dining here might mean enjoying raisin brioche French toast brûlée, spanner crab chilli scrambled eggs or goat’s curd and avocado on sourdough. For a particularly memorable meal, opt for the Royce Champagne Breakfast and indulge in a fabulous spread of poached eggs, gravlax, salmon roe, crumpets and – of course – Champagne. For lunch, high tea or a drink later on, visit the Showroom Bar, which is a glossy and glamorous spot for an early lunch or dinner and drinks later in the evening. The bar bites here are fabulously indulgent – think chicken liver pâté éclairs or slow-cured Ora King salmon – while the seafood and meat-dominant menu of mains features dishes such as Parwan Prime Angus eye fillet and sous-vide lobster.

Hotel amenities

Air conditioning
Laundry/valet service
Restaurant
Room service
Wheelchair access
Lounges/bars
Business centre
Internet complimentary
Show less

Room types

  • BOULEVARD SUITE

    • 55 m² / 592 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    For pleasure-seekers, romantics, or business people who aren’t all business, our Boulevard Suites are the escape you deserve.
    Our Boulevard Suites are a celebration of the premium hotel suites of the golden age. Spacious and lush, with towering ceilings, grand bathrooms and bathtubs for the pleasure-loving. A gilt-edge choice for a romantic escape where you can loiter elegantly in a robe, roaming between the lounge, the sink-in bed, the curated mini-bar or the grand bathtub. The Boulevard Suites are also the ideal space for mixing business and pleasure. Take a well-deserved breather between pitches, relax in the separate lux living room, work or play, or a bit of both, these suites are designed for taking your indulgence up a notch. Nightly turn-down to usher you from afternoon to evening also caps off this Suite stay.

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

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    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

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  • DELUXE ROOM

    • 28 m² / 301 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Sometimes, sipping an iconic cocktail in a luxuriously deep bathtub is the best place to start. You know you want to.
    After soaking in bubbles in the decadent bathtub and swanning around the opulent bathroom, you wrap yourself cocoon-like in a robe and reach for your cocktail. Being fabulous is encouraged. The escape continues as the light chinking of wine glasses and lilting banter drifts through the evening from The Terrace and gently caresses your ears. It beckons and you are torn between living it up in your lavish room or joining the buzz of the hotel’s nightlife. Why choose when you can have both? Too much of a good thing can be just what you need sometimes.

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

    Our ASMALLWORLD VIP Rate gives you access to a world of extraordinary benefits at no extra cost.

    To book VIP rates, sign up for ASMALLWORLD Premium.

  • KING BALCONY ROOM

    • 34 m² / 366 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Bliss in or bliss out as you enjoy a little excess in this intimate oasis with a private balcony. Indulgence is expected.
    You can never have too much of a good thing. Which is why we offer some select King Rooms with their own balconies. The same generous space, equally lavish and indulgent – but with a private balcony where you can relax and enjoy the fresh air and the light Melbourne breeze. A perfect place to ask some of the big questions in life – like, will you breakfast in the room or in The Terrace, how many bottles of Champagne does it take to fill a room service trolley, and is it too early for a Martini? Our King Balcony room is an invitation to spoil yourself, more than just a little. And by the way, the answers are – both, let’s find out and never.

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

    Our ASMALLWORLD VIP Rate gives you access to a world of extraordinary benefits at no extra cost.

    To book VIP rates, sign up for ASMALLWORLD Premium.

  • KING ROOM

    • 27 m² / 291 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    It’s what’s inside that counts. Cosy up in an intimate personal haven where the luxury will impress and delight.
    They say a great hotel stay is a memorable one, and there will be no forgetting the King Rooms, a space where anything could happen. Subtle textures, luxurious fabrics, Deco inspired black glass panelling, pillow toppers, an elegantly chic bar and monotone bathrooms are in tune with the distinct Royce mood. Classical with a touch of modern style. Our King Rooms offer an intimate and cosy oasis to return to after your adventures. We haven’t held back on the indulgence so why should you?

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

    Our ASMALLWORLD VIP Rate gives you access to a world of extraordinary benefits at no extra cost.

    To book VIP rates, sign up for ASMALLWORLD Premium.

  • LOFT SUITE

    • 55 m² / 592 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Take indulgence to another level with our Loft Suites, where the show-stopping double height space meets European opulence.
    We’ve named them Loft Suites because they embody the classic New York loft style apartment, but… with an opulent twist. Open, light-filled, with soaring ceilings and double height windows that were once car service bays in the historical Rolls Royce showroom. Saunter between the sitting room on the lower level and the lavish bedroom and bathroom oasis upstairs. With a second bathroom downstairs these suites are perfect for entertaining friends or corporate guests, with quaint side street views and impressive levels of privacy and comfort. Nightly turn-down to usher you from afternoon to evening also caps off this Suite stay.
    We’re putting greatness back into weddings at the Royce with Loft Suites where the wedding party can gather, pamper and prepare themselves as well as celebrate after the reception. Remember, living a little is expected.

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

    Our ASMALLWORLD VIP Rate gives you access to a world of extraordinary benefits at no extra cost.

    To book VIP rates, sign up for ASMALLWORLD Premium.

  • ROYCE SUITE

    • 45 m² / 484 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    If luxury is worth doing, it’s worth overdoing. That’s our mantra when it comes to the jewel in our crown of suites.
    If you’re considering a Royce Suite you’re already of the same mindset as us. So why hold back? You don’t need our permission to live it up but this is the Suite that makes it all possible. Swan around revelling in the luxury of space and (natural) light. Feel presidential lolling in the king-size bed, only rising to the promise of picturesque views of the city skyline over treetops, or a glass of champagne in the bathtub, deep and indulgent it would make Cleopatra blush. Nightly turn-down to usher you from afternoon to evening also caps off this Suite stay.
    Fit for a queen, staying in the Royce Suite takes you away to another time and place, you may never want to leave.

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

    Our ASMALLWORLD VIP Rate gives you access to a world of extraordinary benefits at no extra cost.

    To book VIP rates, sign up for ASMALLWORLD Premium.

  • TERRACE ROOM

    • 30 m² / 323 ft²
    • King bed
    • Various views

    Quite literally live it up, in our sixth level Terrace Rooms overlooking the glimmering Melbourne skyline.
    Our grand trinity, these three exclusive rooms are statements in style. Each is lavishly appointed, with a luxury of space including a private landscaped terrace. Celebrate the best of both worlds – the rich interior where you are surrounded by creative flourishes and bold design that anticipates your moods and desires – and the outside world, invited in with grand windows and your terrace with sweeping views of Melbourne’s dazzling cityscape. Perched on the topmost floor of The Royce, you can bask in al fresco high living with an iconic cocktail while you reflect on the day, or the evening shenanigans to come. Plan on being very nice to our staff if you want one of these suites.

    Lowest rate

    Most affordable

    Room not available – minimum stay requirements may apply
    Benefits included:
    • Our lowest price
    • Breakfast included
    ASMALLWORLD VIP

    Exclusive VIP benefits

    Become a Premium Member to reveal our VIP rate
    Total 1 night
    • Exclusive VIP benefits such as room upgrades, hotel credit, early check-in, and more
    • Special discounted rates, not available to the public

    Our ASMALLWORLD VIP Rate gives you access to a world of extraordinary benefits at no extra cost.

    To book VIP rates, sign up for ASMALLWORLD Premium.

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