The Interlude Hotel at Pentridge

Why we like it

Imagine spending the night inside a prison once known for Australia’s most notorious criminals. Now reborn as one of Melbourne’s most striking luxury stays. Welcome to a landmark transformation unlike any other.

The Interlude reimagines the 170‑year‑old Pentridge site as a sophisticated retreat where comfort replaces austerity and relaxation takes centre stage.

Within these historic bluestone walls, guests sleep soundly in beautifully redesigned spaces that honour the past while offering a thoroughly modern hotel experience in Coburg.

Additional info

• Daily Housekeeping
• Concierge service
• Indoor Pool
• Health and Beauty Spa
• Family-friendly

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Who we recommend it for

Bedrooms

Your room? It’s actually five merged prison cells, but you’d never guess it. Think plush carpets and white linens softening those dramatic bluestone walls.

Original iron doors and barred windows tell tales of the past, while your freestanding stone bath, artisan treats, and nightly delivery of fortified wine and handcrafted chocolates remind you this is pure luxury.

Your suite marries historical gravitas with modern indulgence – the rainfall shower and designer toiletries might make you wonder how far these walls have come.

The king-sized bed offers the kind of freedom past residents could only dream of, while the 55-inch Smart TV, espresso maker, and fully-stocked minibar add contemporary luxuries to this storied space.

Lounge around in plush bathrobes while watching Melbourne life unfold through soundproofed windows. From the ground floor, you’ll feel the building’s rich heritage while enjoying the ultimate escape – though these days, you’re free to come and go as you please, and the only bars you’ll encounter are the ones mixing your evening cocktails.

Things to do nearby

The Interlude isn’t just a hotel – it’s a full-blown wellness sanctuary where you can…

• Float in an underground pool carved from bluestone and basalt
• Melt under expert hands during a candlelit massage
• Sketch with the resident artist, channeling your inner creative
• Master the art of tea blending in a grand atrium
• Sample rare wines with the resident sommelier from a 500-label cellar

Ned Kelly was once an inmate of Pentridge Prison (source). Now you can start your evening in the Reflection Garden (formerly an exercise yard) with the “Story of Place” welcome.

Sip a Victorian red by the fireplace while learning about daring escapes and the prison’s hand-built heritage.

It’s fascinating without being morbid – The Interlude strikes the perfect balance between acknowledging its past and creating a serene present.

Food and drink

Slip into your private booth (yes, another converted cell) at Olivine Wine Bar. Let the head chef dazzle you with rock oysters, caviar-topped choux pastries, and melt-in-your-mouth wagyu.

Want more? The hatted restaurant North & Common is right next door.