The Albany Hotel is a stylish hotel set amid Fawkner Park and the Royal Botanic Gardens in South Yarra only 2 kms from the city. The hotel, originally a 1960s motel attached to a wonderful South Yarra mansion, has now been transformed into the 21st century and is fast becoming a hub for the fashion industry, music and corporate industry travellers both internationally and domestically. The hotel prides itself on its individuality and cheeky style to entertain you in the most comfortable of ways.The Albany offers many different room types which cater to the needs and budgets of all guests ranging from Standard to Superior and Deluxe. All rooms have Foxtel, in house movies, high speed Internet, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, iron and ironing board and telephone/clock radio. All rooms are non smoking but there are several smoking areas provided. The Albany is nestled in South Yarra, one of Melbournes most exclusive areas, the hotel is within walking distance of some of Melbournes top restaurants. Located on the corner of Toorak Road and Millswyn Street and a couple of blocks from Chapel Street, the hotel is very close to one of Melbournes prime shopping areas. The hotel is connected by trams in both directions. The hotel is a 10 minute cab ride from the Melbourne Cricket Ground, close to the Grand Prix circuit, a short tram ride to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), the Queen Victoria and Prahan Markets, Rod Laver Tennis Centre and many of the Overseas consulates.Other services include limited on-site parking and a dry cleaning service.