Expert reviews
“Zagame’s House, a once faded motel that was gutted and modernized, has 97 rooms with dark tones and gold accents. The hotel is a few minutes’ walk from both the city center and the lush Carlton Gardens, popular for its green lawns and the grand Royal Exhibition Building.”
“Once a scruffy motel, Zagame’s House has been reborn as a character-filled boutique property that expertly mixes creature comforts and urban vibes. Straddling the border of the city center and Little Italy, the art-strewn hotel attracts an in-the-know crowd that appreciates smart design and proximity to great pizza.”
“Surprises await in this smart motel conversion on the fringe of Melbourne’s central business district. It features on-trend, low-key luxe rooms, a fun lobby café and an innovative in-room dining menu, as well as a roll call of the city’s moody looks.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Delicious breakfast
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Zagame’s House in Melbourne feels less like a typical hotel and more like crashing at a stylish mate’s urban pad, but with way better pillows. Nestled in historic Carlton on Lygon Street, it’s a boutique gem born out of love by brothers Victor and Robert Zagame.
With 97 rooms decked out in sleek design, marble accents, and modern tech, it’s cosy, creative, and absolutely inspiring. Whether you’re in the mood to hit the gym, unwind with a glass of wine, or just chill in your room, the place has you covered.
When it comes to food and drink, Zagame’s House doesn’t mess around. There’s the chilled-out 1851 Coffee + Kitchen for brunch vibes, and when the sun goes down, Lord Lygon Wine Bar turns up the elegance with tapas-style dishes and a seriously good wine list.
The whole place has a “home but better” feel: intimate, warm, and unapologetically Melbourne.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
24 January 2026
Very good
Space was nice. Amenities were good. Good parking and proximity to public transportation and CBD.
Glass bathroom.
22 January 2026
Homely, comfortable, quiet, fabulous staff, great food
Everything
22 January 2026
Fabulous
Excellent location. Staff very friendly and great breakfast
The restaurant. Food was cold, like it was cooked an hour before it was served
22 January 2026
My 3rd stay. I’ll be back!!!
Everything. It’s such a great stay where I can walk everywhere.
Nothing.
21 January 2026
Nice city getaway!
Relaxed vibe Trendy interior Nice breakfast and adjoining restaurant
Nil
20 January 2026
A hip (yet practical) Melbourne hotel with some handy amenities
Our stay at Zagame's was delightful. This hotel has everything: friendly check-in, easy parking (paid), well designed rooms with comfy beds and a (rare) twin option, a great breakfast menu, good location in a great area that was easily accessible for everything we saw and did in Melbourne. We came back to Melbourne on the return journey and rebooked at Zagame's.
The door to our room (216) rattled noisily whenever a neighboring room opened or shut. (This was on the second leg of the trip ... it didn't happen in the first room).
20 January 2026
Very good
Breakfast (scrambled eggs with chili oil) was excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful The lord Lygon next door was very good for dinner Location was good too.
Slight smell in the room
19 January 2026
Exceptional
Room was small, but was clean and comfy. Great location, walked everywhere. Cut breakfast/coffee spot in lobby and the gym was a good size.
19 January 2026
Best hotel to stay in Melbourne
Love Zagame's house! Definitely will continue to stay here every time I visit Melbourne. The location is so perfect - just outside of the city so its a bit quieter, but also within 10-15 mins walk of the centre. The beds are really comfy and the amenities are great - they even have a hair straightener, and the hair dryer isn't a cheap thing that just fries your hair which is often found in hotels. Staff are excellent and friendly too and there is parking. I like that it's a smaller hotel so it feels more personal.
Nothing I didn't like
19 January 2026
Exceptional
The location and style
16 January 2026
Exceptional
Great place and location
15 January 2026
Fabulous
Very comfortable bed
All good
15 January 2026
Perfection
My favourite place in Melbourne. Stylish, luxurious and in a great location.
I liked everything
14 January 2026
Great spot, nice neighborhood, kind staff
We really enjoyed this spot! The room was on the smaller side but well laid out. The gym space is nice as is the little bar/restaurant adjacent. The staff was very kind.
12 January 2026
Staff room breakfast and coffee excellent
The spacious room with a window to a beautiful tree
The brightness of the room in the morning .Needs a blind on window near door
11 January 2026
A fabulous place to stay,
The staff were so friendly and helpful. The bed was very comfortable. It was very clean .
I was happy with everything!
10 January 2026
Fabulous
Everything! It’s a fabulous place to stay. Parking on site, close to the city. Wonderful little restaurant on site. It’s the real deal
7 January 2026
The good and bad
Breakfast was lovely and staff fantastic. Room was quiet, shower was lovely. Bed comfy , great location and ambience. Coffee was good.
The restaurant was closed for dinner, room service food spaghetti marinara, karage chicken were terrible. Phone in room was not working. Staff responsive but couldnt fix. Garden Salad was a bit sloppy.
7 January 2026
Wonderful stay! We will be back.
Comfy bed, clean, wonderful facilities. Very kind staff.
Not much natural light.
7 January 2026
Exceptional
Zagames is a cool spot in a great location. The beds were super comfy, shower worked great, wine bar and restaurant was very good, and it is in a great location- walkable to the Little Italian restaurants in Carlton, shopping and bars in Fitz Roy, and very close to Flinders Square and a bunch of sites to see. Perfect for our 4-day stay in Melbourne.
6 January 2026
Comfortable, convenient with great staff
We had a fantastic stay at Zagame’s House and would happily stay here again. The location was brilliant, especially being right near Lygon Street and all the amazing restaurants. Having so many great food options just a short walk away added to the overall experience of being in Melbourne. Our room was clean and comfortable making it a great place to come back to at the end of the day. What really stood out, though, was the staff. Everyone we interacted with was genuinely friendly and helpful. Every question was answered and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. Overall, a wonderful stay. Comfortable, well located, and supported by a team who clearly care about their guests.
The only minor drawback was the security around lift access. Being able to access the lifts and accommodation levels without needing to scan a room key meant that anyone could potentially access the floors. While this didn’t impact our stay directly, requiring key-card access for lifts would add an extra layer of security and peace of mind for guests, particularly those travelling solo.
6 January 2026
Fabulous
Very comfortable, great service, wonderful products and good proximity to cafes and trams
The chrome cast on the TV wouldn’t always work
6 January 2026
Fabulous
The bed was extremely comfortable and the room was very clean and modern. Staff were friendly and helpful. Location very good.
Would've liked more privacy for the bathroom/toilet with a proper wall rather than just a privacy screen.
6 January 2026
Fabulous
Position is great easy access to trams near by to go into the city. Great restaurants.
3 January 2026
I really enjoyed staying here !
Good location, halfway between Fitzroy and downtown. Rooms were kept spotlessly clean and the staff were lovely. Everything worked very well and I was sad to leave !!
2 January 2026
Great location and service
We stayed overnight for my daughter’s graduation at the Royal Exhibition Building. Great location, walkable to CBD and Carlton. Room was comfortable with all amenities. Staff were very helpful and friendly, storing luggage for us after checkout and even gave us a free coffee in the morning as a graduation present. Would definitely stay again!
1 January 2026
Fabulous
Great location, close to the centre but not in a loud area - great facilities and clean.
1 January 2026
Exceptional
Breakfast and room quality
1 January 2026
Very enjoyable
Great room friendly staff accessible
Nothing
1 January 2026
Fabulous
Super nice and friendly staff. We arrived early in the morning, tired after 24 hours flight, and we got the room even before check-in time :))
1 January 2026
Perfect spot! Will return
Great room. Facilities excellent. Food amazing
Nothing to not like
31 December 2025
Very good
Love the friendly staff, location, breakfast cafe and comfy bed
The toilet inside a glass room provides limited privacy. Suitable for very familiar couples only 😬😅
31 December 2025
Amazing staff! Great location! Cool Vibe!
First of all the staff here is AMAZING! So friendly and accommodating! The location was fantastic and central to all of what Melbourne has to offer - just a short walk to just about anything. It's in an Italian area so the food was great, too. It's an iconic, eclectic hotel atmosphere that was safe and welcoming. The bed was very comfortable.
Just some minor notes: The bathroom lighting was rather dim and the lack of a shower door left a little water mess. The pillows were uncomfortably firm (very hard). There are no dressers or closets for clothing storage.
30 December 2025
Exceptional
Nice hotel with good facilities. Corner room was spacious and the restaurant is of high quality.
29 December 2025
Wonderful birthday night away
I loved the room, the bed was ridiculously comfortable, it was in a wonderful location just outside of the city (perfect for me as I find the city too overwhelming). Onsite parking was a huge plus for me too, and the room layout was perfect for a cozy stay. The staff were very friendly too. I wish I could have stayed for more than just one night!
I was a bit disappointed by the meals, they didn’t really hit the spot for me.
29 December 2025
Very good
No freezer. No fan. There was a milk frother but no way to use it!
29 December 2025
Would definitely stay again
Modern and clean Very comfortable bed and bedding
Nothing
28 December 2025
Fair enough 👌🏻
Location
The smell of old, stained and damp carpets on the patio hallways.
27 December 2025
Surprised at the value and how on point it was
Loved it, can’t wait to go back
Not much
26 December 2025
Good stay
Spacious room with amenities
Good have been cleaner and also the location is in CBD but not super central
23 December 2025
Exceptional
Great bar. Chilli scramble for breakfast was excellent. Good coffee.
21 December 2025
I’ve stayed before and will be back again
Lovely property. Delicious breakfast. Super friendly & helpful reception staff. Thank you for having us.
20 December 2025
Excellent
Clean tidy with excellent staff
Location Staff Rooms
17 December 2025
Home outside of home
I didn't have breakfast; however, one thing to mention is how small things are thought about: the minibar is automatic, but there is plenty of space for personal stuff (NOT very often thing, even in pouch hotels)! And Nespresso coffee machine. And comfy bed. And reasonably well-equipped gym. And the best possible location. And pristine rooms. And very friendly staff. Solid 10/10.
It's hard to find what can be done better
15 December 2025
Extremely comfortable with a good vibe.
The bed was so comfortable and the design was unique. Staff were very kind and welcoming.
13 December 2025
Modern and contemporary motel conveniently located with excellent breakfast and coffee.
Very comfortable room in a nice location on the edge of the city center. Great breakfast and access to parks and museums.
Nothing.
12 December 2025
Exceptional
Location was great close to city & Vic Markets, Tram lines & Melbourne Central.
Motel style, could be noisy.
12 December 2025
Excellent stay, quiet, comfortable and easy location to everything.
Location, comfy bed and fairly prices room service
Nothing
11 December 2025
Exceptional
excellent breakfast with a wide choice, very nice Japanese-style rooms (with Western comforts), Bluetooth stereo in the room and all the bathroom accessories very good and always stocked.
Nothing.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Fitness
- - Happy hour
Cleaning services
- - Laundry
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Entertainment & family services
- - Board games/puzzles
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
Outdoors
- - Outdoor furniture
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered

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26 January 2026
Enjoyed our stay