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United Places Botanic Gardens

Melbourne • South Yarra • SPLURGE

avg. $429 / night

Includes $23 / night in cash back

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Free breakfast

Breakfast-included rate options available

Room upgrades

Complimentary room upgrades (subject to property availability)

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Early check-in and late check-out (subject to property availability)

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PB hotel design editorial

Pressed against the Royal Botanic Gardens in South Yarra, where Domain Road quiets into one of Melbourne's most residential pockets, the building that houses United Places Botanic Gardens presents a facade of travertine-toned precast concrete and full-height glazed balconies that carry more in common with considered apartment architecture than conventional hotel construction. Designed by Carr Architecture, the property opened in 2019 with just 20 rooms across eight floors — a scale that allows the interiors to maintain something genuinely close to private residential feeling rather than institutional hospitality. Inside, that ambition holds. The rooms are arranged around a palette of grey linen upholstered headboards, brushed brass wall-mounted reading lights, wide-plank oak flooring, and full-width mirror-panelled wardrobes framed in blackened steel — details that are precise without being cold. Terraces furnished with black powder-coated outdoor chairs and woven cord loungers look out toward the tree canopy, perforated steel screens filtering the garden view into something more considered than a simple aperture. The ground-floor restaurant moves into a darker register entirely: charred timber ceilings, long leather banquette seating, oak-panelled bar joinery with integrated brass tap fittings, and stacked firewood as a deliberate material accent — warmth assembled from raw ingredients rather than decorative gesture. The overall effect is a hotel that treats restraint as a form of generosity.

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About

United Places Botanic Gardens is a 12 suite luxury boutique hotel overlooking Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens in South Yarra. A place for the eternally curious and design conscious traveler, the United Places experience combines bespoke elegance, personalised service, and a commitment to sustainable travel.

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Suites

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Kitchenette

Free Wifi

Breakfast Included

Dry cleaning

Non-smoking rooms

Laundry Service

Air conditioning

Minibar

United Places Botanic Gardens Reviews

115 reviews

"We stayed in a 2-bedroom apartment overlooking the botanic gardens and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The reception staff were all lovely, and nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely come again!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Dec 07, 2025

"Loved everything about United Places: the location near the gardens and restaurants, the suite (comfortable bed, luxurious shower), the friendly and accommodating staff, the bikes, the morning coffee and pastries. Just wonderful"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Nov 18, 2025

"From the pre arrival communication through to check out our whole experience was great. The room itself was beautiful, comfortable, practical and clean. Quality fittings throughout. Staff all super helpful and location beyond lovely. We did a mixture of work and social on our stay and found this hotel and location great for both. Can’t wait to go back"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Nov 07, 2025

"This is my second time staying at United Places, and once again, everything was absolutely perfect. The service is impeccable — every staff member is genuinely warm, thoughtful, and professional. The room is spacious, beautifully designed, and fully equipped with everything I could possibly need. The in-room dining service makes the entire experience effortless and delightful. The modern interior design creates such a sense of calm and comfort — it’s incredibly quiet and relaxing (aside from the occasional sound of running water from the upstairs room). A huge thank-you to every member of the team — you’ve truly elevated my experience in Melbourne to the next level. As long as I continue visiting this city, United Places will always be my first choice for a short stay."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Oct 10, 2025

"Our experience was exceptional from start to finish. The hotel itself is super dialed in, contemporary, welcoming and beautifully appointed. Proximity to the gardens, tan and restaurants/cafes was great. The staff were incredible - so accommodating and eager to make our stay as seamless as possible. Such a personal vibe. We will definitely come back!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jun 18, 2025

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