Villa Donati Bed & Breakfast Richmond

Regarded as one of the finest Melbourne bed and breakfasts, Villa Donati, with its cool, classic, exterior and chic, contemporary interior offers luxury accommodation in a great inner city location.Described by Getaway national TV program as very boutique and very private, Villa Donati offers all the amenities you would expect in a boutique hotel plus the personalized touches and individual styling possible in a small establishment. Furnished with the private collection of the owner's art and artifacts, you'll find superbly styled rooms with a mix of European and Asian furnishings which combine for a chic, stylish look. This house, like its neighbourhood, is rich in history. A National Trust overlay on the area indicates its historical significance. Originally home to the notable architect, John Koch, the property then became the Anglican Archbishop's residence before emerging in the 1970's as the Moulin Rouge Massage Parlour. Now a stately Melbourne bed and breakfast, just 2.5k from the CBD, this 4 star Melbourne bed and breakfast is ideal for both leisure and corporate travellers.Behind the beautiful Italianate façade of this Melbourne bed and breakfast you'll find an eclectic collection of contemporary and collected pieces. A beautifully proportioned wide timber staircase leads from the impressive entrance up to the spacious sitting room and ensuite guest-rooms. High ceilings, polished timber floors and soft lighting add further ambience.The upstairs guest sitting room opens to a sunny balcony fitted out with French café style furniture and offers a charming view of the city skyline. This is the ideal place for a glass of wine or morning coffee while you enjoy a stay in this beautiful Melbourne bed and breakfast.Each charming bedroom is unique in its style and furnishings although all conform to the 4 star rating. Décor is French inspired but underscored by Asian and Australian influences. Bedrooms vary in size from double to large queen size with courtyard. Facilities include mini bar, tea and coffee making, and TV. Windows that open, central heating and air conditioning, crisp white linen and comfortable beds will help you to sleep soundly. Downstairs, the breakfast room is café style art works, morning newspapers, some cool jazz and the aroma of freshly brewed espresso provide a suitable backdrop to the gourmet breakfast provided. Wireless internet access is also available in bedrooms and public areas. Parking is on street and usually available directly in front of Villa Donati. The local area has all the amenities you need to enhance your stay in this beautiful Melbourne bed and breakfast- cafes and restaurants, great shopping, bars, gym and pool are all within walking distance.

The cosmopolitan suburb of Melbourne, Richmond is strewn with a rich history of immigration which has led to a mix of diverse culture and traditions. The Villa Donati in Richmond in Australia is yet another addition to keep up the cultural traditions of the suburb. The pleasant ambience and the gourmet breakfasts offered by the Villa Donati in Richmond is appealing enough to make it one of the most sought after boutique hotels in Richmond. The Villa Donati in Richmond is placed among the Victorian age residences and fine churches in the Richmond Hill precinct.How to reach the location of Villa Donati in Richmond:As regards the location of Villa Donati in Richmond in Australia it is in the Church Street area of Richmond and is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. The Villa Donati in Richmond is just thirty to forty minutes from the Melbourne international airport. TYou can reach Villa Donati in Richmond by taking the tram number 78 from Flinders Street in the CBD along Wellington Parade (Bridge Road) or the number 70 along Swan Street to Church Street. Major attractions near the location of Villa Donati in Richmond:The excellent room facilities at Villa Donati in Richmond situated in the suburb of Richmond, one of Melbourne's most popular and vibrant, inner-city areas is flanked by local cafes, shops and galleries which provide a cosmopolitan ambience. The major local attractions within ten minutes of the location of Villa Donati in Richmond in Australia include Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Botanical Gardens, Melbourne Tennis Centre, Vodaphone Arena, Bridge Road shopping centre and Chapel Street precinct. The regional attractions located within a sixty minute drive from the Villa Donati in Richmond are Yarra Valley Wineries, Mornington Peninsula and Dandenongs (mountains). You can relax in the bayside beaches or take pleasure in the theatres, golf, galleries, National Trust properties, botanic gardens and ballooning according to your liking.