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The Olsen

637-641 Chapel Street, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

4.3 (1058)
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Function Venue

80 Seated
300 Standing
The Olsen is a five-star boutique hotel offering in South Yarra. It’s suits are adorned with the lyrical work of revered Australian landscape artist and Archibald Prize winner, Dr John Olsen.As you walk in, expect breathtaking murals and sculptures, with large prints in all hallways and suites. Aside from the excellent taste in art though, the Olsen boasts a gorgeous array of accommodation, and function venues for all manner of events.The Olsen boasts a courtyard and poolside contemporary function space. There are also three versatile gallery spaces for cocktail events, and the sophisticated yet breezy Spoonbill Restaurant and Bar downstairs.The Olsen is located on the South Yarra end of bustling, vibrant Chapel Street. Surrounded by trams and with South Yarra train station just around the corner, it’s also conveniently placed to quickly arrive in the city, Richmond, Prahran, and Toorak. Of course, it’s also within strolling distance of some excellent shopping.

The Olsen Function Rooms

11 Spaces Available At This Venue
The John Olsen Penthouse

The John Olsen Penthouse

Perfect space for day meetings, dinners or cocktail parties with lots of natural light and views of the city skyline.

80
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Gallery IV

Gallery IV

Gallery IV - is especially noteworthy, a space drenched in sunlight and surrounded by floor to ceiling glass walls (and amazing views).

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Gallery 3

Gallery 3

The Gallery Rooms at the Olsen are a collection of separate spaces, all stylish, elegant, and rather filled with great artwork (naturally). The first three are able to be be combined in order to make one 85 square meter function room.The fo...

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Gallery 1

Gallery 1

The Gallery Rooms at the Olsen are a collection of separate spaces, all stylish, elegant, and rather filled with great artwork (naturally). The first three are able to be be combined in order to make one 85 square meter function room.The fo...

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Spoonbill

Spoonbill

70
100
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Spoonbill
Dare

Dare

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Courtyard and Poolside

Courtyard and Poolside

The Olsen's Poolside Area is located on level one - within a unique space overlooking a glass bottom pool. An al fresco function venue with designer decor, the Poolside Area is great for summertime cocktail parties, corporate Christmas part...

300
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Gallery Rooms

Gallery Rooms

The Gallery Rooms at the Olsen are a collection of separate spaces, all stylish, elegant, and rather filled with great artwork (naturally). The first three are able to be be combined in order to make one 85 square meter function room. ...

80
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Dare

Dare

The Olsen's Penthoouse is often called the "John Olsen Penthouse" - a stylish, refined, elegant penthouse, it's a fitting tribute to the hotel's namesake.The Penthouse is located on the 14th floor of the hotel, and boasts sweeping view...

14
30
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The Lake Eyre Penthouse

The Lake Eyre Penthouse

The premium penthouse at The Olsen. Great for small day meetings or evening cocktail events. Includes an awesome outdoor deck, plunge pool and spa pool. Also has one bedroom so you can even stay in the room after your event (subject to avai...

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Kate Buzari

December 31, 2024

I’ve stayed at The Olsen many times now and yet again have just had an exceptional experience. The staff are always so professional and helpful. The location is amazing. The hotel itself is lovely. I stayed in a room with a balcony and was so imprsssed at how much room there was on the balcony, I spent a lot of my time out there! The room was lovely, warmly inviting, plenty of room. The bathroom was a little tired, with some mould obvious in the grouting around the shower - that’s literally the only negative thing I could say about my stay. I will definitely be back!

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Ruby Whybrow

January 21, 2025

I was super excited to stay at the Olsen but had an awful experience. Not only was it very difficult to sleep at night due to the traffic and not to mention a man was hit by a car outside of our hotel room. I had left my hotel room to go to my work conference and when I returned my clothes and been moved and items were also missing. I spoke to the front desk immediately as to find my clothing. They couldn’t find my item and said to speak to them in the morning. I went down to check out and asked about my item and no one had any idea it had even been missing. Normally I wouldn’t be this upset but it was a very expensive top. When speaking to the front desk they said they would contact the linen company first thing and when I came back from my second conference to see what was happening they still hadn’t contacted the company. I have since left the hotel and made my journey home and have zero information on my top. And to add to this the housekeepers had left various strands of hair throughout my bathroom. So overall I do not recommend

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Sabina Clayton

January 5, 2025

Great location and beautifully designed rooms. The rooms were clean and fitted with modern amenities. We loved the inspirational Olsen prints displayed in the room and throughout the hotel. Staff were very professional and friendly. Trams and trains are very close and we were able to travel into the city easily and quickly. There were numerous shops, cafes and restaurants within very short walking distance. We will definitely stay again.

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E

November 9, 2024

The highlight was the indoor/outdoor pool. Part of the pool has a see through glass floor, which was great. Also, you can look out onto chapel St from in the pool. The staff were amazing. I told them about my claustrophobia in elevators, and they happily opened the fire escape stairs for me. Thank you so much. The shower pressure was great and the bed comfortable. Housekeeping was a little loud when cleaning the rooms next door. Apart from that, perfect stay

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Shannon Weir

December 13, 2024

Stayed for two nights and would highly recommend. The location was perfect for shopping and dining out. Great vibe in the hotel and cool interior design. I found the beds a little hard which is why I didn't give it 5 stars but I'm a bit of a princess and the pea with beds :) I would definitely stay there again when I'm next in Melbourne.


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Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
On-Site Parking
Smoking Area
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