The Cullen

164 Commercial Road, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

4.4 (725)
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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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Mira

January 27, 2026

Lidia is a phenomenal person at Reception. I arrived distressed last Friday after an intense personal situation. Her nature and earnest support were sincerely appreciated. She was on with another young female, Manisha i think, who took her guidance from Lidia. I commend her and i hope Management value her service

Michael Close

September 29, 2025

From the moment we checked in right up until leaving the staff were wonderful. The room was wonderful with clean comfortable furnishings and the beds were incredibly comfortable. The art work in our room and around the hotel is definitely a feature and draws your eye easily. We were given great recommendations for places in the area to eat. There a wide range of cuisines available within easy walking distance of the hotel, all those that we tried were great. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone seeking a quality stay in the Prahran area and it will be our first choice the next time we travel to the area.

Richard Laible

January 5, 2026

We chose this hotel as it was one block from our daughters apartment. Thew room was clean, quiet, and well appointed and the staff was friendly and professional. Most Accor hotels we stay at have breakfast included, but this location doesn't have a restaurant yet, the only drawback. One thing we could have done without was the large painting in our room of a man with a gun. Very off-putting to have that right next to the bed.

GalPalAl

December 6, 2025

I’ve stayed here a few times before in the past, as well as other Cullens regionally and interstate for work and/or fun. This is by far one of the best hotels in the area without a doubt. Lydia (I think that’s your name, I’m so sorry I’ve forgotten already; you were working Sunday 7/12/25 pre-09:30) at the front desk is an angel and a legend, helping me out of a tight spot when she really didn’t have to - absolutely deserving of praise and a raise, ASAP! 💓

Joy Ng

December 21, 2025

Would give negative stars if possible. Booked 2 nights here but left after 1 night due to bedbugs. There were other issues so I cannot recommend this place at all. I travel often but rarely stay in 5 star hotels and usually stay in inns/ motels so this was a splurge but I totally regret it. I've never encountered bedbugs in my years of travel but never thought I would face them in a 5 star hotel. During check in, the Indian female staff at reception said my room number out loud in the presence of other guests. As a frequent traveller, it is common knowledge for hotels to NOT say your room number out loud for security reasons, esp since I was a solo female traveler. My room was 201, at the end and right next to the laundromat. While it was big and I liked the toiletries, that was about it. The black couch, chairs and cushion all had stains and white flakes on them- they badly need a good clean. The kitchenette was poorly equipped. No scissors, dish sponge or proper knife (only a bread knife). How is one supposed to do any actual cooking? The drinking glasses had stains and I had to wash them before using. Yuck. The worst has to be the bedbugs I saw when I awoke the next morning. Saw 4 in total, managed to kill 2 and take photos and video of them to show the hotel. Asked for a refund of my stay and of the $100 deposit they placed on my card. Reception (Lydia) said they will ask management for a 1 night refund but it would take time. I didn't want to risk it so I immediately booked another hotel elsewhere and left. Avoid this place- it's not worth risking bedbugs. Thankfully i found another place- a central hotel with a proper kitchenette, much better service and NO bedbugs.

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