Boutique hotel on Lygon Street's restaurant strip, close to the University of Melbourne and Melbourne Museum.
Zagame's House sits at 66 Lygon Street in Carlton, on Melbourne's original Italian restaurant strip and within a short walk of the University of Melbourne, Melbourne Museum and the Royal Exhibition Building. The boutique hotel occupies a modern low-rise building that fits into Carlton's mix of terrace housing and cafes, giving it a neighbourhood feel distinct from the CBD's tower hotels. Rooms are offered as Classic Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and Suites, finished in a contemporary style with a nod to Carlton's Italian heritage in the decor and dining. The hotel's restaurant and bar draw on Lygon Street's Italian food culture, serving pasta and wine-focused menus alongside a rooftop-adjacent bar area popular with locals as well as guests. There is no pool, but a fitness centre is available for guests wanting to stay active. Service is relaxed and neighbourhood-oriented, suiting academics visiting the university, families attending the museum, and travellers who prefer Carlton's cafe culture to the busier CBD core, with trams providing an easy 10-15 minute link into the city centre.
| Price | $$ |
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| Address | 66 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053 |
Room types
- Classic Room
- Deluxe Room
- Suite
Amenities
- fitness center
- restaurant
- bar
- wifi
Location
66 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053
-37.8021, 144.9678 View on map
Highlights
- Located on Lygon Street among Carlton's Italian restaurants
- Walking distance to the University of Melbourne and Melbourne Museum
- In-house restaurant with an Italian-leaning menu
- Neighbourhood boutique feel distinct from CBD towers
- Fitness centre on site
Tips for visiting
- Lygon Street's restaurants get busy on weekend evenings; book ahead nearby
- Trams on Lygon Street connect directly to the CBD in about 10-15 minutes
- Melbourne Museum and the Royal Exhibition Building are a short walk away
- Ask for a room away from Lygon Street's restaurant strip for a quieter night
When to visit
Weekday evenings offer a quieter Lygon Street experience, while weekends bring a lively cafe and restaurant atmosphere.
Accessibility
The hotel provides accessible rooms with lift access; guests with specific mobility needs should confirm details directly with the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel close to the University of Melbourne?
Yes, the university's Parkville campus is within about a 10-minute walk.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
No, the property does not have a pool but does offer a fitness centre.
What is Lygon Street known for?
It is Melbourne's traditional Italian restaurant strip, lined with cafes, pizzerias and trattorias.