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Melbourne Map: Fountain TerraceFountain Terrace Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
28 Mary St
Location Parallel to Fitzroy St, St. Kilda West, In St. Kilda
Transportation Tram: 96, 16, 112, or St. Kilda
Phone 03/9593 8123
Fax 03/9593 8696
Web site www.fountainterrace.com.au
Room Information 7 units
Prices A$175-A$245 (US$156-US$221/£79-£110) double. Rates include breakfast
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities TV, coffeemaker, hair dryer
Parking Free parking

Frommer's Review

Built in 1880, Fountain Terrace has been lovingly restored to its former glory by Penny and Heikki Minkkinen. This boutique guesthouse has real character and is a wonderful alternative to traditional city hotels. It's on a tree-lined street just a few minutes' walk from the sea and to the many restaurants on Fitzroy and Acland streets. It's very classy inside, with comfortable communal areas that include a sunny drawing room where breakfast is served at an antique refectory table. The rooms, which are named after famous Australian writers, artists, and pioneers, have all those classic old-fashioned hallmarks of a historic house, including nice prints on the walls and old fireplaces. Each one is a real individual, so it's well worth while checking out the pictures on the website. Guests also have free access to the St. Kilda Sea Baths and the gymnasium, a 5-minute walk away. No smoking is allowed.

Facilities:
Access to St. Kilda Sea Baths and gym

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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