Middle Park Hotel

Stayed 2 nights for a family function. Nice old hotel with a good vibe. Small room that had been modernised, which was all we needed for the 2 nights. Tram 30m away to get into the city or down to St Kilda beach. Great restaurants close by, however, many were closed re-opening 12 January. Ned Local European a great place to have a drink.

Solo business travel. Note that 5 star rating is for the price range - not a 5 star hotel as such. Pros: Rooms are very clean, although small. Bed very comfortable and quiet place considering there's a pub and restaurant downstairs. Convenient eateries and right across the road from 96 tram. Downstairs pub and restaurant food selection is awesome. Cons: There's no lifts and stairs narrow (original features - well maintained) so not suitable for kids / prams.

Comfortable rooms and good showers. There is no lift, and the stairs are quite steep, esp if you are on the second floor. Nice to have a nespresso machine in the room, although we had to ask for refills. No breakfast, but two good breakfast places a few steps away from the hotel. Food in the evening was good, and large outside space for a drink/food.

We had an amazing weekend stay. The double shower was amazing, bed was very comfy and loved the complementary Nespresso in the room. Beats the instant coffee offered at most other hotels. Only suggestion I can make but doesn't warrant a lesser rating is to get firmer, fuller pillows. One was not enough and two was too many.

Amazing hotel in a fantastic location. Walk to the beach, fun trivia nights and special foods right across from the train station. Hector’s is next door with amazing coffee and foods to takeaway. The room was very comfortable with a cute fireplace and amazing windowsill seat. Comfy, cozy blanket as well. Loved this place and would definitely come back!

Amazing spot to stay in Melbourne! Super easy to navigate with the trains! The parking was easy and plenty! Grocery store around the corner and lots of restaurant! Beach is just down the street and we loved the town and the neighborhood!

A lovely intimate property, nicely appointed rooms located in a very nice neighbor with good restaurants nearby. The staff is gracious and accommodating. Good price point, thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

Perfect location with the number 96 tram stop across the road. Amazing food and hospitality although the meals were a tad on the pricey side. |The room upgrade was a pleasant surprise, with views of the city and spacious and clean facilities.|Will definitely return to this venue.

I finally managed to get off of the tram to St Kilda and visited this pub for a beer, and it was certainly worth it. Actually, we ended up coming back here later that night, though that had more to do with us having finished with St Kilda, and my friend lived just around the corner. Yeah, this pub turned out to be pretty good, though that did have a lot to do with the range of beers on tap, and the rather friendly staff as well. I wouldn't necessarily consider it one of those pubs to stay out at all night, but as a pub it is still pretty cool.

I enjoyed dinner here recently. The hotel is relaxed and the atmosphere very welcoming. It was interesting to note the difference in response times for my friends and I. Several went to the bar to order their drink and dinner, but I opted to use the online app. My dinner was far longer to arrive than all theirs were. When it did come it was good though - Murray Cod with a side of the cauliflower dish. It was fresh and delicious, with particularly good crispy skin. Prices for food are on the high side here too, so be aware of that. It was nice overall.

If you like a good pub that is something a bit more than a dodgy place to prop up the bar and have a beer, you'll definitely like Middle Park Hotel. Great wine list, great menu, delicious bar food and gastro pub type food all in the one place. As a 120 year old building, it has great character too. Should you be visiting Melbourne, I imagine this'd be a great place to stay. Right across the road from a tram stop, spectacular cafes and restaurants in the area, and perched between St Kilda and the city you'd be hard pressed to find a more convenient location. Everywhere should have a place like this.

Booked here on the recommendation of my nephew, who stayed previously for the Australian Open. Restaurant/pub was very handy to begin and end our day. Nice menu and good service. Middle Park location good, restaurants and shops within a couple blocks, tram stop across the street. Beware, there's no elevator! Staff was helpful with carrying suitcases upstairs. Low water pressure in the shower.

First time I've been to the Middle Park Hotel. Service was prompt , efficient, and friendly from the moment we walked in till when we left. We shared an entree, scallops, for main we had fish of the day barramundi, and a roast sirloin steak which was one of the specials and good value considering current steak prices , and sweet potato chips with chili mayonaise for a side dish . For desert we shared chocolate hazelnut crumble with icecream. Really enjoyed all the food we had, everything was fresh, tasty and well cooked. The wines we had were nice as was the fresh peppermint tea . The open wood fire was very welcome on a cool night. The restaurant had a nice feel to it, apparently its 120 years old . Not too noisy considering the proximity of the busy bar. All in all an experience well enjoyed and worth a visit.

I've always liked the Middle Park Hotel. It's a fine spot to sit on a Saturday afternoon, drinking something cold and throwing back oysters. It's also great for a mid week counter meal when you can't be fussed with cooking, or the big grand family dinner in the bistro area. An English leaning menu with a big focus on heirloom produce and meat from animals who have been treated well usually keeps everyone happy. I'm a fan of the steaks and enjoy it when they have an unusual cut (like a Bavette) on the menu. When it comes to food and booze you can give the Middle Park a big tick. But how about their upstairs hotel? Bet you didn't know about that, now did ya? I stayed overnight recently and was really impressed with the modern fit out of their hotel rooms upstairs. They're tiny, yes, but really other than a big comfortable bed with quality linens, a stylish and clean bathroom with Kevin Murphy toiletries, fluffy towels, an iPod docking station and a very well stocked mini bar (including some "adults only" items!) what else could you ask for? I've just become an even bigger fan of the MPH.

Wow, talking about a hidden treasure behind an unassuming facade in the suburbs. From a casual walk past the outside with a peak in the windows you might assume this is just another low key pub but when you duck in out of the cold you discover a stylish interior with a vast selection of beer, wine and spirits that wraps around 4 bars. There a high-walled booths set along a side wall that can give you some privacy away from the public bar. Also, should the night turn in to a big-one or you want a nice over night stay check out the accomodation. When driving through Middle Park, stop at this place for excellent food and, I have no doubt, you can find something that will satisy a thirsty palate!

A posh little pub to say the least. Not a place where you can expect to stroll in for a quick pint and a parma on the way home from work. Not unless of course you don't mind spending that little bit more and making a night of it. The Middle Park Hotel offers more than just your local, a historic building which is rich in history and architecture. Its sectioned so that patrons may enjoy a sit down dining experience or head over to the upmarket sports bar/entertainment area where there is a harmonic buzz on a friday night and everyones a chatter. The staff are professional and you can tell they have been selected careful to help uphold the Hotel's professional & polished image.

My local pub and I have a meal, coffee and one beer at the counter about twice a week. Great staff, food, drinks and is well designed and detailed inside. The Armstrong St outdoor dining area is very popular but I like to eat and drink inside. Recently changed hands from the people who did it up a few years ago but the standards are still basically the same.

I dropped in here to meet Uncle 'P' straight from the airport to have a wine and a catch up. A beautiful 120 year old building with insignia carpets and an original wooden staircase. Middle park hotel boasts a lovely Victorian wine list and a cracking bar menu. They seem a bit obsessed with sport in this bar as they had a promotion for the rugby world cup which covered up the walls with marketing paraphernalia. There are flat screens everywhere and we found ourselves here again for the AFL semi final. It is vibey pub that has a nod to the old English pub whilst also being current. I hear the chefs nail dinner also which I would be more than happy to try. There is accommodation upstairs which has been designed by the uber cool six degrees group. I haven't stayed there but it looks very modern and cool and what a location?!

The MPH has the longest bar in Melbourne, and a real sports hotel feel. Memorabilia adorns the walls and it feels like an English clubhouse. Food is comprised of classic English pub fare with no shortage of radish on the side. Great selection of tap beers, excellent wine list and the food I usually top notch. It is a gastro pub so if you're going with friends expecting an $18 Parma and chips maybe forewarn them to expect a $34 rabbit pie instead. The best thing is a meal in one of the bar booths with a private tv to watch the football in winter or the races in summer. As far as pubs to go, it's a cracker. They even have a meat raffle every Friday night and $12 (albeit small) classic counter meals.

Great place to stay or visit, cool atmosphere, great food, open fireplace, free wifi for those who need to feel connected...and it all works. WHY? The staff !!! They are brilliant.....

Yeah, the middle park ticks a few boxes I reckon. Good beer and cider on tap - can't go past the Coldstream. The food is good (if a little pricey). And the venue is a good mix of sport and old fashioned pub. The only thing I find is that the service is hit and miss. Staffing - or more pertinently the personalities - are missing something. The managers seem good. Friendly, knowledgeable etc but the younger ones miss the point. Last time I visited the waiter said how the duck dish was her favourite, and then couldn't describe how it came?! Worth a visit on a Sunday arvo for a few cold ones and a meal....

The hotel has a nice facade and is very spacious indoors. There is a beer garden and outdoor area which is unfortunately ruined by smokers. There is an indoor fireplace for winter months. Popular amongst locals, this is a little more upscale than your average pub with prices for food and beverage to match. There is a more formal restaurant out back doing overpriced steak meals. They won't do a pub Parma or cheap burger here, much to my disappointment. Service is okay, if occasionally a little pompous, reflecting the more upscale feel of the bar. You won't find a large boisterous Bogan crowd here either, something we don't miss. It attracts a rugby crowd for Wallaby games but is not the best place to watch football with very small outdated TV screens. This needs to be rectified.

Pretty disappointed. Went for a mid-day pint to watch some of the cricket World Cup, awful beer that was possibly off, crap bar service and a miserable atmosphere.

Dissapointing is the best way to describe this place. Pub service is poor and the pub menu has the potential to be so much better. Atmosphere is not relaxing with TV volume very loud whether a game is on or not. a couple of suggestions include - teach your bar staff about basic timely service and simple friendliness - turn the volume down in some parts of the bar for patrons who want a quiet drink. maybe the sections where there is no TV might be a good place to do this - review the menu. get some client feedback on the meals. could be so much better

This hotel breathes authentic everywhere you look, but in now way feels dated. Rooms are cozy but perfect to rest at night. Friendly staff add character to your stay. And the breakfast - brilliant. Many craft beers on tap at the beautifully resorted bar. We'll be back!