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Zagame’s House, Melbourne

66 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia. (show on map)

Zagame’s House is a standout boutique hotel located on Lygon Street in Carlton, a neighborhood famously known as Melbourne’s “Little Italy.” This property is a true labour of love for the Zagame family, having been transformed from a long-held family asset into a stylish, 97-room destination by brothers Victor and Robert Zagame.

The hotel’s design is effortlessly cool, featuring dark timber, marble, and brass finishes. You’ll notice the street-art-inspired “Zs” on the exterior and neon signage that perfectly reflects the city’s creative spirit. It is also packed with high-tech touches, such as bathroom mirrors with three light settings and infrared hair tools, ensuring you’re always ready for a night out in the city.

Dining is a major draw here. The ground floor hosts the 1851 Coffee + Kitchen, a nod to the year Carlton was founded, and the Lord Lygon wine shop, which features walls lined with nearly 300 bottles. Whether you’re grabbing a morning açaí bowl or a late-night cocktail, the food and drink options are distinctly Melburnian.

The location is ideal for exploring the best of the city. You are just a short walk from the historic Queen Victoria Market and the world-heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building. With the Melbourne Museum and the State Library of Victoria also nearby, the hotel serves as the perfect base for culture lovers and foodies alike.

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“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.”

CN Traveler review:

“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.”

Telegraph review:

“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.”

Guest rating

4.6 out of 5.0

Ranked 7th in Melbourne


This an aggregated guest review rating of Zagame’s House, Melbourne. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a guest review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0


What guests liked


Value for Money

91.73 %

Ranked 5th in Melbourne


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Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Damian

12 May 2026

Great spot. Will definitely be back!

Staff made an excellent first impression. Great location. Very clean and comfortable room.

Should have stayed longer

4.5
Bec

11 May 2026

Was a luxurious and comfortable room. Were it not for the completely see through bathroom I would stay here often.

This room had the comfiest bed I’ve ever seen experienced in a Melbourne hotel.

Bathroom provides no privacy at all.

4.5
Eleni

11 May 2026

We really love staying at Zagame’s house. It’s stylish, comfortable and a fantastic location.

We like the room and general vibe. The beds are comfy and it’s not noisy.

The tv sound is muffled and the interface and remote are frustrating. We ended up having the volume uncomfortably loud because we couldn’t get subtitles and sound was unclear.

5.0
Zoe

10 May 2026

The only small downside was that there weren’t bikes available for hire or guest use on site, which would have been a fa

We had a wonderful stay at Zagame's House. The location was perfect: close to family, to public transport, the city, and beautiful local parks, which made getting around incredibly easy and enjoyable. The staff were exceptional: warm, responsive, and genuinely helpful with great local recommendations.

We especially appreciated the thoughtful personal message for our anniversary, and surprise upgrade which added such a lovely and memorable touch to our stay. The whole experience felt welcoming, comfortable, and very well cared for.

The only small downside was that there weren’t bikes available for hire or guest use on site, which would have been a fantastic addition given the great nearby parks and surrounding area.

We also felt the parking information on the Booking.com listing could have been clearer, as it reads as though parking is included in the stay price. For transparency’s sake, prospective guests should note that a bond is taken at check-in, with parking costs deducted from that bond at check-out.

5.0
Melanie

10 May 2026

Great location, our fav spot to stay in Carlton

Great location near Lygon St eateries and central to CBD, parks & museums. Comfortable accommodation, modern with all amenities. Fabulous breakfast & coffee.

Nothing

5.0
Glenn

8 May 2026

Perfect stay for business

Outstanding location and facilkities

4.0
Sonya

4 May 2026

short getaway that refreshed

"just go to the restaurant downstairs" usually ends up being a budget experience. Not here, it felt like top notch, classy destination. Comfy rooms, but we were confused and couldn't turn on the AC. Love the shower!

4.5
Raluca

2 May 2026

Excellent spot close to so many things to see and explore and a really comfortable stay

Perfect location, Carlton gardens and state library in walking distance and so much more. The bed was super comfortable. It was really clean and the front desk staff were lovely

The cleaning happened quite late in the day around the time we wanted to come back and relax after a busy half day exploring but we didn’t need it done every day anyway

5.0
Gillian

30 April 2026

A very comfortable and friendly hotel. Good service, nice, welcoming staff, close to the city but not too close. Great f

Lovely boutique style hotel, comfortable bed, nice toiletries, very comfortable.

Nothing, everything was good

5.0
Fiona

29 April 2026

excellent hotel in fab location, great staff, very comfy rooms

everything - staff, location, price and comfort of rooms

nothing! ah - maybe a bit dark in the rooms!

5.0
Paul

29 April 2026

Super cool stay on Lygon Street

Location, staff and style

Nothing

5.0
Jo

28 April 2026

Excellent location, excellent hospitality and excellent food

Breakfast was great, with lots of choices. I loved the croissants and fruit.
The meals in the restaurant were magnificent and all staff in all areas were fantastic.

I loved everything, maybe a hand rail in the shower.

4.5
Sarah

27 April 2026

Excellent stay. I would go again!

The decor was fantastic. Very boutique hotel. The rooms were ideal. Beds a great size. Gym was good.

Nothing

5.0
Marie

26 April 2026

Do not hesitate to stay here! I cannot wait to return!

I love this place! Wonderful location. Very clean. A shout out to Mohi and Tania along with the others at reception who are the best. They provided a high level of service with friendliness, graciousness and professionalism. The rooms are spacious. The breakfast is à la carte and absolutely delicious. The kitchen staff also top notch! Loved the menu selection.

5.0
Simone

25 April 2026

It was lovely and highly recommend staying at this hotel.

The staff were very friendly and helpful both mornings and very accommodating. Beautifully set up, food was great and relaxing environment.

There is nothing I could recommend for improvement as the front desk staff was great and accommodating with booking my taxi.

4.5
Yi

21 April 2026

Great place for stay in Melbourne

Great location, comfy bed

4.0
Jacqueline

20 April 2026

Great place close to the CBD

Rooms are well appointed. They are on the small side but have everything you need. Car parking that close to Melbourne CBD is a big plus for this property and the proximity to great restaurants/cafes.

Rooms on the small side and not the best lighting

4.0
Carmen

20 April 2026

very good value for money clean neat modern and fun

the rooms were clean and super comfortable and quiet. The staff are super helpful.
I think the only thing is if you want to be dead in the centre then this isnt for you. Having said that it is a pleasant walk to cbd. CLose to carlton lygon strip for food choices and bars. Went with my daughter and we liked the vibe as it is close to MRIT

could have been more food choices in the room.
location a bit of a walk say 10 min but hey its great to walk a city to get to know it. very easy for uber drop off and pick ups

5.0
Gary

20 April 2026

Modern, clean room that was serviced every day. Amongst the Lygon St restaurants.

Great dining room, very relaxed atmosphere. Breakfast was excellent. The bar had a great atmosphere and was well stocked. Great for a nightcap on the way home.

Nil

4.5
Bronwyn

19 April 2026

Excellent . Preferred location for melbourne visits.

Location and quality wine bar and breakfast

4.0
Heather

17 April 2026

We will stay here on our Melbourne trips

It’s a fabulous property. Great location. Beds good. Breakfast outstanding.

Rooms very small and no privacy in bathroom.

4.5
Tracy

17 April 2026

Great location. Good food, comfortable, clean and a little bit quirky.

Great location. Right in the heart of some amazing restaurants, spoilt for choice.
Only a 15 minute walk into the CBD and to the Museum.
Great value on-site parking.
Lovely breakfast and great vibe and food in the hotel restaurant.
The bed was super comfy and the bed linen very soft, crisp and clean.
Friendly, helpful staff.
Highly recommend

4.5
Michelle

16 April 2026

Would stay here again in a heartbeat but would upgrade to a bigger room next time to have a more private bathroom.

Loved the location and styling of the room. Bed was amazingly comfy and room had a great ambiance to it with the lighting and colours. Breakfast was absolutely delicious!

The toilet so close to the bed with see through glass was the only downside to our stay.

4.0
Margarat

16 April 2026

Pleasantly surprised with this cool, hip hotel

Amazing deal for breakfast. Cool hotel

Would have been better with More privacy without the glass wall at front of room.

4.0
Jillian

16 April 2026

Enjoyed my stay, happy to return.

My room was very comfortable, and although on a busy street, was quiet due to double glazing. Modern design including plenty of USB charging ports is a plus. Reception staff are very welcoming.

The lighting in the bathroom was fine, but rather dim in the bedroom. It’s nice to have low level mood lighting, but I would like to have the choice to increase the lighting when required. Also lacking a master switch to turn off all the lights from the bed, rather than wandering around trying to find where all the switches are located.

5.0
Miroslaw

15 April 2026

Comphy and funtional

Location; staff; free loundry machine; modern room equipment; smart room features; cockatoos hanging out on the trees by the window.

some traffic noise, toilet setup (not much separated from the rest of the room)

4.5
Jessica

15 April 2026

pleasant stay with a lovely room. perfect for couples looking to slow down in a busy city.

requested early check in for 9-10am which is surprisingly approved, no waiting required. complimenting luggage storage was available after check out which was helpful.

the location was not the worst but not the greatest - purely based on personal preference. it was a more quiet suburb which made our stay feel a bit boring unless we were bothered to go on a 10 minute walk to the action (difficult because Melbourne weather is freezing….)

5.0
Li

13 April 2026

Absolutely making this my fave hotel to stay in Melb from now on!

Lovely design and aesthetic, rooms were spacious and comfortable.

A little dark inside?

5.0
Celine

13 April 2026

Spacious, comfortable and luxe!

My partner and I stayed at Zagame's for our wedding weekend, nearby to our reception location. The room was spacious, comfortable and felt luxurious - we especially loved the double shower / double sink! It's also in a great location, with a cafe attached for breakfast. We would've liked to stay longer and would love to come back another time.

No notes!

5.0
Stanislava

12 April 2026

A gem in Melbourne- our new go to!

Location, spotless, sublime beds, exceptional food & coffee, great gym, funky style.

Leaving

4.5
Crisell

12 April 2026

Excellent surroundings and friendly staff catering for all I required.

The room was very modern and practical.
Breakfast and coffee great.
Very convenient for my business.

Nothing

4.5
Tracey-lee

11 April 2026

Perfect accommodation in a great city with so many options to choose from. Would definitely stay there again.

Funky rooms with everything you need. Quiet, blackout curtains. Fabulous location. Easy walk to Queen Victoria markets, CBD and Carlton. Great restaurants in walking distance too.
Amazing staff, so friendly. Delicious breakfast menu too and Lord Lygons was handy for a night cap.

5.0
William

8 April 2026

Perfect location and modern hotel.

Absolutely brilliant location, the staff were so friendly and kind. The onsite gym was really good for a smaller place. It was extremely good value for money. Loved my stay there. Rooms are soundproofed well so I couldn't hear the street, and slept really well. If I did have my car it would be great to have the onsite parking as well.

5.0
Jones

7 April 2026

A dream week end over Easter while I was in town for a ballet.

Beautiful lets call it a Boutique hotel located towards the City End of Lygon Street Carlton, Perfect location a short walk into town and another short walk the other way to sample cafes and the Lygon Street Cafe and Restaurant scene.
Staff were exceptionally welcoming and the room I had was comfortable and thoughtful in its lay out with ample room.
I was given a room on the 3rd floor lift access to all floors which was quite and peaceful. Parking is avail for a fee on site.
I liked everything about this hotel with out question.

Oh ! did I mention the fab breakfast in the dining room area of the hotel. It was sensational Eggs Benni on rosti potatoes and great coffee . They have an extensive breakfast menu that just makes your mouth water when you read it.

I did not stay in for Dinner but I am guessing it would be Zagame at its best again.

Everything was perfect something rare these days.

5.0
Lisa

6 April 2026

Had a great stay. We were there for the Comedy Festival, walking distance to dinner and our show

Room was very clean and very cosy. Great central location without being noisy.
Staff were super friendly.

Having to pay for parking.

4.5
John

5 April 2026

Great location, fabulous breakfast, comfortable stay

Really friendly staff, comfy bed, absolutely fabulous breakfast, and really good location

A proper ironing board in the room would be better, as the mini ones they have are much more difficult to use

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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