The Olsen Hotel Shuttles

In Melbourne’s vibrant South Yarra neighborhood, The Olsen offers instant access to the city’s unique blend of Art Deco architecture and historic mansions. The hotel itself is home to deluxe amenities that make it one of the area’s ritziest choices, with apartment-style rooms including custom abstract artwork and spacious living areas and kitchenettes. Striking views of the harbour are also available, with high-rise suites adding huge floor plans fit for a king. Enjoy on-site amenities that include a gym with stunning views as well as a pool with a glass bottom, not to mention bike and scooter rentals. Shuttles to Melbourne Airport are also available for a fee, although private vehicle rentals like quaint sedans and chartered buses offer the freedom to explore the outskirts. And of course, business travelers looking to attend a nearby event venues should consider meet-and-greet services to make things run smoother, whether that means booking a luxury limousine for solid first impressions or taking the long way home with a local personal driver.

Once all logistics are set in place, look forward to what waits around the corner, walking north toward the Yarra River for easy access to the Main Yarra Trail’s various waterside paths leading to cook green spaces like the Yarra River Reserve and its connected island paradise of Herring Island Sculpture Park. Near both of these landmarks are a handful of historic mansions like the Como House & Garden, a festive colonial-style structure surrounded by vibrant gardens and blooming flower beds. And when it comes time for lunch, simply drive down Chapel Street until something catches your fancy, whether it’s the romantic Italian vibe at Caffe e Cucina, Chapelli’s and Thirty Eight Chairs, or American-style eats from Soda Rock Diner and Lucky Penny. And on the far south end of Chapel Street is the famous Prahran Market, home to local vendors and souvenir stands perfect for getting something home-made and home-grown.