The Cullen

164 Commercial Road, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

4.4 (762)
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The Cullen is a striking contemporary boutique hotel inspired by the equally contemporary and striking artwork of Australian artist Adam Cullen.Aside from the obvious fact that the Cullen boasts a variety of high quality suites within its modern walls, the hotel is also home to a number of impressive and stylish function venues - to suit a variety of events.Siting resplendently atop the Cullen is the venue’s impressive rooftop space, great for receptions and meetings. For larger events, the rooftop is able to be combined with the adjoining Lady Luck penthouse. Also available is the Growler penthouse, with its oversized outdoor terrace with barbeque.The Cullen is located on Commercial Road in Prahran, just up from the always-buzzing intersection of Chapel Street. The Cullen is surrounded on all sides by tram options, with Prahran train station a short stroll away. It’s also a superb address for drinking and dining options - not that you’d want to leave the surrounds of the Cullen, of course.

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Vault

April 18, 2026

I stayed at The Cullen Melbourne - Art Series and had a really unique and enjoyable stay with a strong creative vibe. The hotel immediately stands out because of its bold, art-focused design—everything feels stylish, modern, and a bit playful, which makes the whole experience feel different from a typical hotel stay. It has a very cool, boutique atmosphere that reflects Melbourne’s creative energy. My room was spacious, clean, and well-designed, with artistic touches throughout that made it feel interesting but still very comfortable. The bed was great, and the space was perfect for relaxing after exploring the city. The location was also excellent—situated in Prahran, it was easy to get into the city, but I also enjoyed having great cafés, restaurants, and shops right nearby. The staff were friendly and helpful, and everything felt smooth and well-managed from check-in to check-out. Overall, it felt like a great mix of artistic character, comfort, and a lively local neighborhood, and I’d definitely stay here again for a more creative and fun Melbourne experience.

Naveen Wijemanne

March 1, 2026

The hotel itself and the rooms are far from 5 star. One of the two rooms we had smelt of food. The bathrooms are tiny and impractical. The car park is tiny and the hotel cannot guarantee a park even though you are a paying for it. We were told being eligible for a welcome drink as a Accor+ member after we had checked in. The receptionist asked me to come down again to get the free welcome drink, which we didn’t end up doing. There’s no restaurant or room service, even though they classify as 5 star. Positives are: the location is great. The rooms are specious and well equipped with kitchenette and amenities. The staff at the reception were helpful.

Luciano

May 10, 2026

Fantastic place to stay in the heart of a culinary and night-life precinct. With this night life part, does come with a noisier environment so if youre not our and about you may need to rethink the stay. This is a minor thing if you are out on the town, Ubers close by and 24hour access to everything. The rooms are good and adorned with artwork and mirrored walls so you don't feel closed in. Bathroom is good and serviceable and car park beneath the building is super tight (limited). This said id stay here again as the service is wonderful, the rooms are clean and proximity is spot on. Youll pay about $500 for a couple of nights; Friday/Saturday and be prepared to be charged heavily for parking on-site.

Peter Best

July 31, 2026

The property is in an amazing location for food, shopping and transport. The train is a five-minute walk away and the tram stops right outside. I was able to enjoy both breakfast and dinner within walking distance (check out Dons). The hotel is the old Cullen and is currently being refitted. The rooms are large, big enough to work, and have a kitchenette, lounge and a spacious bathroom. They've also fixed the privacy issue between the bedroom and bathroom by installing a curtain, which makes a huge difference. A communal workspace is being added too, and I think the place will develop a real community feel as word gets out. I'd totally recommend it for both short and long-term stays.

Annie Craig

May 17, 2026

I stay at the Cullen regularly. I always really enjoy my experience; the team are accommodating and friendly. The rooms are comfortable, clean and the hotel is really well located - close to shops, woolies and Prahan train station. Walking distance from South Yarra and Albert Park. I look forward to my next stay.

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