Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street Named Tourism Partner Of NGV 

Melbourne, Australia – March 2025: Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street has been announced as the exclusive hotel partner of the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), further establishing its reputation as the go-to destination for visitors attending Melbourne’s premier cultural events. This landmark partnership underscores HMLQS' dedication to enriching guest experiences by blending luxury hospitality with world-class art and culture.

As the NGV’s new dedicated Tourism Partner for both the summer and winter exhibitions, HMLQS is ushering in a new chapter in its commitment to the arts. Now in its fourth year of partnership with NGV, the hotel enhances Melbourne’s cultural and hospitality landscape by integrating luxury accommodation with world-class exhibitions. The partnership signals its ongoing alignment with major artistic and cultural moments, with further activations planned throughout the year.

To celebrate the partnership, HMLQS has launched a bespoke Yayoi Kusama Stay Package to coincide with NGV’s landmark exhibition, bringing the spirit of the exhibition into the hotel itself. HMLQS’ General Manager, Jeremy Healy shares,

“We’re thrilled to be NGV’s annual hotel partner, connecting our guests with Melbourne’s vibrant cultural scene. Through the Yayoi Kusama Stay Package and in-hotel activations, we’re offering an extended experience for all guests ahead of their visit with this world-class exhibition.”

The journey continues in HMLQS’ in-house bar, The Douglas Club, where a curated selection of limited-edition Kusama-inspired cocktails offers a playful nod to the artist’s signature boldness and creativity. Cocktails include: 

The newly launched package, priced from $310 for two, includes: 

Stays are available to book now through its website until April 21, 2025. 

Hilton Melbourne LQS is located at 18 Little Queen Street, Melbourne VIC, 3000, with the NGV just a short walk over the Yarra River. The hotel’s central CBD location is ideal for those wanting to explore what the city has to offer. 

For more information or to make a reservation, visit melbournelittlequeenstreet.hilton.com or call +61 (0)3 9116 8888.

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About Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street
​Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street joins Hilton’s 27 trading and 13 pipeline properties in Australasia across three brands, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton and Curio Collection by Hilton. Taking up residency in the historically significant Equity Chambers building – originally built in 1930 – Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street features 244 stylish guest rooms, including five spacious suites, Luci Melbourne restaurant and The Douglas Club bar, a fully equipped gym, and seven meeting and event spaces. Its central location is well situated for both business and leisure travellers with its proximity to Melbourne’s key business districts and vibrant art, theatre and dining precincts. Visit melbournelittlequeenstreet.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street on Facebook and Instagram (@HiltonMelbourneLQS).

About NGV
​The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is the oldest and most visited gallery in Australia. Situated over two magnificent buildings – NGV International and The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia – the Gallery hosts a wide range of international and local artists, exhibitions, programs and events; from contemporary art to major international historic exhibitions, fashion and design, architecture, sound and dance. Founded in 1861, today the NGV holds the most significant collection of art in the region; a vast treasury of more than 76,000 works that span thousands of years and a wealth of ideas, disciplines and styles. It is a collection that is yours, and it’s free! We warmly welcome you to share in these riches and the many activities, exhibitions and events developed at the NGV for us all to enjoy.

About The Douglas Club
​472 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
​Housed within the grand Hilton Melbourne Little Queen Street, The Douglas Club is an opulent cocktail bar that blends old-world charm with modern indulgence. Inspired by Melbourne’s golden era of travel and sophistication, it offers an elevated drinking experience with expertly crafted cocktails, a curated selection of fine wines and spirits, and a menu of refined bar snacks. With plush interiors, rich timber accents, and a glamorous atmosphere, The Douglas Club is a destination for those who appreciate the art of a great drink in an elegant setting. (@thedouglasclub)

About Hilton
​Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising more than 6,600 properties and more than 1 million rooms, in 119 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on the 2020 World’s Best Workplaces list, and was named the 2020 Global Industry Leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. In 2020, Hilton CleanStay was introduced, bringing an industry-defining standard of cleanliness to hotels worldwide. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 118 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About Hilton Honors
​Hilton Honors is the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 world-class brands comprising more than 6,600 properties in 119 countries and territories. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount and free standard Wi-Fi. Members also have access to contactless technology exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app, where members can check in, choose their room and access their room using Digital Key. Hilton Honors offers its more than 118 million members hundreds of ways to earn and redeem Points, including with select co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem Points for free nights, purchases on Amazon, charitable contributions and more. The program is free to join and travelers can enroll online at hiltonhonors.com. Learn more about Hilton Honors at newsroom.hilton.com/hiltonhonors, and follow Hilton Honors on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts
​For over a century, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests' evolving needs. With more than 575 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world’s most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Experience a positive stay at Hilton Hotels & Resorts by booking at hiltonhotels.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about the brand at newsroom.hilton.com/hhr, and follow Hilton Hotels & Resorts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.