Experience the calm of a traditional Japanese style room in the heart of St Kilda. Designed as a refined, adults-only retreat, this authentic Japanese tatami room blends natural timber, soft lighting and minimalist design to create a tranquil sanctuary unlike any other hotel you’ll experience in Melbourne.
From the moment you step inside, the atmosphere shifts. Warm timber walls and ceilings cocoon the space, while sliding shoji screens diffuse natural light into a gentle glow. The scent of natural materials and the texture of tatami underfoot invite you to slow down, breathe deeply, and disconnect from the outside world.
At the centre of the room lies the traditional tatami platform, fitted with premium futon bedding for an authentic Japanese sleeping experience.
Tatami Haven is a thoughtfully designed Japanese inspired room that honours simplicity, proportion and balance.
The tatami mats provide a natural softness underfoot, while the low-profile futon encourages rest in its purest form. Clean lines, neutral tones and handcrafted timber detailing reflect classic Japanese interior philosophy that is understated, functional and deeply calming.
Each Japanese tatami room is thoughtfully arranged with a single and a double futon placed on the raised tatami platform. This flexible configuration makes the room ideal for couples, solo travellers seeking extra space, or two guests travelling together.
The futons are layered with premium bedding to provide comfort while preserving the authenticity of a traditional Japanese tatami room experience. By day, the layout maintains a clean, open aesthetic; by night, the space transforms into a serene sleeping sanctuary grounded in simplicity and balance.
Sliding shoji doors divide the Honoki wood design, allowing flexibility between open-plan living and private retreat.
Their rice-paper panels filter daylight beautifully, creating a soft, ambient glow throughout the room.
Every element is intentional:
The aesthetic is minimal yet warm with modern comfort seamlessly integrated into a traditional Japanese layout.
For guests searching for a boutique Japanese style hotel in St Kilda offering authentic tatami mats and futons, this room offers a rare opportunity to experience Japanese design without leaving Victoria.
Perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking:
A peaceful retreat near St Kilda beach
Due to the delicate nature of tatami flooring and the room’s minimalist layout, access is restricted to adult guests only.
What elevates this suite beyond a place to stay is its proximity to — and integration with — In The Brick Spa. Here, wellness isn’t a bolt-on; it’s part of the architecture of your experience.
As a guest of the Tranquility Suite, you’ll enjoy an exclusive 15% discount on selected spa treatments. It’s the ideal way to soften the edges of your week, celebrate an occasion, or make space for reconnection — with yourself or someone special. Treatments are not merely services; they are rituals designed to reset your nervous system and deepen your stay.
The suite and spa operate as a single narrative: minimalist design, quiet luxury, and the opportunity to step out of your life and into a version of yourself that feels lighter, clearer, and more present.
Choose between a modern, bright, and contemporary suite, heritage room with character and comfort, or a Japanese-style tatami room with minimalist elegance.
Solo Serenity(Queen Bed) Room
Two bedrooms Tranquility Suite
Tatami Haven
Spa:
Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 07:00 pm
Hotel:
Open Daily
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